The exhibition Perfectly Imperfect: Cranach, Dürer and the Renaissance Nude will feature a selection of prints and paintings drawn primarily from the collection of the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Two significant loans from the Saint Louis Art Museum and the Linda Hall Library will provide a unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of these…
Portrait miniatures are intimate tokens of love, loss, allegiance, and affection exchanged between friends. The earliest examples were painted in watercolor on vellum (animal skin). By the 1600s, new techniques of painting enamels facilitated an artist’s ability to paint delicate portraits resembling tiny oil paintings. They offered a robust alternative to watercolor on ivory or…
At the turn of the twentieth century, the circumstances of a changing modern world were visible on the stage of the Paris ballet. Social classes mixed in this public setting, where some of the city’s poorest young women pirouetted across the stage for paying audiences. The dancers’ internationally influenced costumes often reflected larger cultural exchanges.…
We’ve all seen a lot of unexpected things pop-up in 2020, but we know you haven’t seen this! A unique online experience is coming your way—and don’t worry, this isn’t a Zoom call! Join us October 23-30 from the comfort of your home, office or favorite cozy spot for our KidsTLC Pop-Up Online Auction! Bidders will get a head start on…
Vintage Market Days® is an upscale vintage-inspired indoor/outdoor market featuring original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home décor, outdoor furnishings, consumable yummies, seasonal plantings and a little more. Vintage Market Days® events are so much more than a flea market. Each Vintage Market Days® event is a unique opportunity for vendors to display their talents and…
Cruise on in to Boo 'n Brew - a free, family-friendly drive-in concert. Boo-gie with The M80s dance band, be awed by aerial performances by Kansas City Aerial Arts and bring your costumed kiddos to meet their favorite princesses, superheroes and KC Wolf. What to expect: Enjoy the live concert from the drive-in area by sitting in the comfort…
Storytelling & Raffle on Zoom Get tickets now >> https://secure.qgiv.com/for/guild/event/820939/ Join GUILDit for an evening of spooky stories, raffle giveaways, and help support arts entrepreneurship. Two epic tales of death and greed, from Africa and Europe, by two nationally known Kansas City storytellers. — Br. John will command the African folktale of “How Death Came To…
Crescendo is one of Kansas City’s premier arts events, hosted by the UMKC Conservatory. The event has raised millions of dollars for student scholarships with support from generous donors and under the guidance of the Friends of the Conservatory. Crescendo 2020 is Friday, Nov. 6. As the spread of COVID-19 continues to impact us all during these…
Downtown Kansas City’s only outdoor ice skating rink opens for its 48th season with a few changes for 2020: * Admission is $7, adults and children (all ages). Skate rental is $4, or skaters may bring their own. * Non-skaters who wish to enter the fenced rink area are required to pay admission. Children 12…
Harmony Project KC is an evidence-based orchestral music and mentorship program serving the children of KC’s Northeast neighborhood and two KCMO public schools. In its 5th year, HPKC is the flagship program of the Northeast Community Center and serves 250 children.  Join our talented young musicians, ages 6 to 18 years old, for a morning…
