The Nelson-Atkins has been free of charge at least one day a week since we opened in 1933. When the current construction and renovation project began in 2001, the decision was made to drop admission fees entirely during the span of the project. Public response was so favorable that in 2002 the Museum decided to keep admission to the collection free of charge indefinitely.
It was just announced that for the Bloch Building opening weekend (June 9 and 10), there will be free admission for featured exhibitions as well as free parking in the Museum's garage. In addition, the Museum will be open extended hours both days from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.