The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art 39.044952° N -94.580925° W

Description

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art invites all people to explore the art in its care. We welcome and provide free access to everyone to enjoy and contemplate artistic creations from 5,000 years ago to present day. We believe that art has the ability to uplift, surprise, challenge, and transform. It gives expression not only to distant cultures and times, but also to immediate voices and issues, and provides avenues for exploring the world, past and present, and for informing our future. The museum’s broad collection lends itself to a variety of learning experiences for visitors of all ages.

Lunch Notes

Please note that the museum does not have any indoor dining spaces where outside food can be consumed.

Bathroom Notes

Accessible and family bathrooms available.

Info

4525 Oak Street
Kansas City, MO 64111

+1 816-751-1278

ask@nelson-atkins.org

Sun
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Mon
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tues
Closed
Wed
Closed
Thur
10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri
10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sat
10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Subjects
Art, Visual Arts, Cultural Connections, Social Studies, History, Speaking & Listening, Primary Sources, Social Justice, Patterns, Native Americans, Animals, Myths & Legends, Current Events, Colonial Times, Industrial Revolution, Immigration, Slavery, 17th Century, 18th Century, 19th Century, 20th Century, The Civil Rights Movement, African American History, Modern History, World War I & Ii, Ancient History, Medieval History, Westward Expansion, Writing
Activities
Field Trip, Virtual Field Trip, College Tour, Digital Resource, Family Programs, Partnership, Professional Development, School Based Program, School Partnership
Grades
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, K, Preschool, 9, 10, 11, 12, Adult, Postsecondary
Cost
Free For City Schools, Scholarships Available
Accommodations
Outdoor Lunch Space, Special Education Programs

Learning Experiences

Field Trip

School Workshops

Students explore the museum's galleries with a staff teaching artist, then draw on what they've seen to create an original work of art in one of our studio classrooms. A variety of themes and collection areas are available.

Subjects Covered

art, visual arts, cultural connections, social studies

Grades
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, k, preschool
Capacity
105 stu.
Activity

field trip

Duration
90 min.
Price Options
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Teacher-Led School Tours

Teachers can opt to guide their students through the Nelson-Atkins on their own, with the support of chaperones. Staff from the museum's Educator Resource Center are available to help teachers plan a meaningful self-guided experience; contact erc@nelson-atkins.org for more information.

Subjects Covered

history, cultural connections, art, speaking & listening

Grades
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Capacity
59 stu.
Activity

field trip

Duration
75 min.
Price Options
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Docent-Led School Tours

Students will explore a select number of museum galleries with a trained docent, engaging in interactive, inquiry-based conversations and hands-on activities related to the works of art they see. Several themes and collection areas are available.

Subjects Covered

history, cultural connections, art, speaking & listening, primary sources

Grades
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Capacity
60 stu.
Activity

field trip

Duration
75 min.
Price Options
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Virtual Field Trip

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