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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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Raven Halfmoon

Raven Halfmoon: Ride or Die

In Fall 2025, The Atrium Project: 10 Years, 10 Stories will mark the initiative’s 10th anniversary with an exhibition featuring all participating artists—several represented in the Kemper Museum’s collection.

The Atrium Project: 10 Years, 10 Stories

In a bold reimagining of her Atrium commission, Lucía Vidales will transform her Atrium commission to enter into dialogue with selected works in the Kemper’s collection.

Figure it Out: Lucía Vidales Selects

On view at Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, Andrea Carlson: Shimmer on Horizons considers how landscapes are shaped by history, relationships, and power.

Andrea Carlson: Shimmer on Horizons

The History of Art Series

Spider

Covered Jar

The Massacre

Wild Orchids

Sing songs, read books, explore art, and make your own art with a Kemper Museum educator and Kansas City librarian.

Totally Tots

Totally Tots featuring "Stories in Spotlight"

Join us for a drop-in tour led by a Kemper Museum docent on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month at 1 PM. No registration required! Docent guides will spark curiosity and conversation about select artworks and exhibitons. Gather at the Visitor Services desk in the Atrium at 1 PM to participate!

Gallery Conversations with a Museum Docent

Join Executive Director Jessica May for a casual gallery talk focused on current exhibitions, and stay for lunch at the museum's restaurant, Oil on Linen.

Jessica May Gallery Spotlight

Director's Gallery Spotlight

Experience the Kemper Museum’s collections through the unique perspectives of Kansas City contemporary artists.

Beyond the Studio: Ellie Naeger

Join us for an evening of creativity and community at the museum.

December Open Drawing featuring Alyx Jacobs

Experience a deep dive into select artworks from Kemper Museum’s collection, presented by eight graduate students from KU

Highlights from Kemper Museum Collection: KU Graduate Seminar Presentation

Highlights from Kemper Museum Collection: KU Graduate Seminar Presentations

The Kansas City Music Teachers Association presents an area-wide student recital featuring holiday selections.

The Kansas City Music Teachers Association presents an area-wide student recital featuring holiday selections in the Atrium of the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art.

Musical Merriment with the Kansas City Music Teachers Association

Join us for a drop-in tour led by a Kemper Museum docent on the second Saturday of the month at 1 PM.

Join Chief Curator Jessica S. Hong for a casual gallery talk focused on Raven Halfmoon: Ride or Die and The Atrium Project: 10 Years, 10 Stories, and stay for lunch at the museum's new restaurant, Oil on Linen.

Curator's Gallery Spotlight

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