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Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art acknowledges it resides on the ancestral territory of the Osage, Kaw, and Otoe-Missouria, among other tribal nations forcibly moved to the region such as the Shawnee, Wyandot, Delaware, Potawatomi, Sac and Fox and Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo) nations. We recognize and support the continued vibrancy of Native communities and cultures today who continue to thrive, as well as the inherent sovereignty of tribal nations. We are compelled to serve and advocate for these communities in accordance with our public mission.

Kemper Museum acknowledges and respects the diversity of Native people connected to this land today. Many recognize the land and all beings who live within it as relatives. We acknowledge the earth we inhabit, the waters of the Blue River, the Kansas River, the Missouri River, and the plants, animals, and people supported by them. 

We acknowledge our responsibility to be good caretakers of the land we occupy. 

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The museum hosts its annual Block Party to highlight one of the most creative blocks in KC - part of Arterie Fest!

The museum hosts its annual Block Party to highlight one of the most creative blocks in KC!

Kemper Museum Block Party

Join us for the 2026 Kemper Museum Block Party, part of Arterie Fest! 

Celebrate one of the most creative blocks in Kansas City on Saturday, May 9 at the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art for this free, annual community event. Inspired by The World in Kansas City, the Block Party celebrates the city’s global spirit with an afternoon of music, artmaking activities, food trucks, and community spotlights. 


One day. Three locations. Endless ways to explore The Arterie!
This year, the Block Party is part of Arterie Fest, a new festival bringing together events across the Kansas City Art Institute, the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, and Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, all connected by The Arterie, a pathway connecting the three cultural locations. 

Arterie Fest includes the Kemper Museum Block Party, KCAI’s End of Semester Exhibition + Sale, and special activations at the Nelson-Atkins, making it easy and extra fun to explore all three in one day! 
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This community program is free and open to all! Registration for the Block Party is encouraged. Check-in upon arrival is not required.

Click here for information on how to get to the Museum and where to find our paid parking lots. Parking is Free for Supporting Members, and ample free street parking is also available around the Museum. 

Kemper Museum admission is always free, thanks to the generous support of our Members and donors. Become a Museum Member today to help sustain free access to contemporary art and community programming. 

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Museum admission is always FREE for everyone, thanks to the support of many.

Time	11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.