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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. 

Click here to learn more about our land acknowledgment process.

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Open Drawing+ transforms the museum into a space for sound, exploration, and making!

Open Drawing+ transforms the museum into a space for sound, exploration, and making. Experience an evening of activities inspired by the exhibition, Lie. Sit. Stand. Be Still.

Open Drawing+

Open Drawing+ transforms the museum into a space for sound, exploration, and making. Experience an evening of activities inspired by the exhibition, Lie. Sit. Stand. Be Still. 

Explore the museum with sketchbook in hand, respond to exhibitions through creative prompts, and experience live music in the Atrium organized by Manor Records. Throughout the evening, enjoy artist demonstrations and an additional hands-on activity inspired by current exhibitions.  

Join us quarterly (April, June, August, November) for this lively night of creative community.   

Sketch and explore as you draw throughout the galleries. 

Join a docent for an engaging mini-tour that brings current exhibitions to life.  

Immerse yourself in a live set by musician Kirstie Lynn, organized by Manor Records.  

Receive a personalized poem. Poet Rye Lanae Boothe crafts on-the-spot spiritual readings in verse, making each poem a unique reflection of the individual’s journey. (Custom poetry from 6:30-8 PM) 

Experiment with blackout poetry in the Engagement Space and leave with your own reimagined prose.  

This programming series is powered by Evergy. 

This program is free and open to all. Registration encouraged.

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.