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Surprising New Insights into Vincent van Gogh, First Stop of Centre Pompidou Tour, and Rare Photos from Abolitionist Movement Lead Upcoming Exhibitions
Kansas City, Mo. — The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art will feature rare works and new discoveries into world-renowned artists in three exhibitions during its 2027 and 2028 seasons. In May 2027, Photography & Abolition, a groundbreaking exhibition organized by the Nelson-Atkins, will showcase the museum’s extensive 19th century photography collection in conversation with major contemporary…
Dr. Carrie Rebora Barratt to serve as Interim Deputy Director, Chief of Curatorial Affairs and Senior Curator-at-Large, American Art
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art announces the appointment of Dr. Carrie Rebora Barratt, PhD, as Interim Deputy Director, Chief of Curatorial Affairs. Dr. Barratt will serve in this role in addition to her duties as Senior Curator-at-Large, American Art, which…
Nelson-Atkins Photography Exhibition Highlights Joel Sternfeld’s American Prospects
Rich and Varied History of Landscape Photography Examined Kansas City, MO.–Photographer Joel Sternfeld will visit The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art this October following the opening of an exhibition featuring his work. American Prospects and Landscape Photography, 1839 to Today, opening Oct.…
Mixed-Media Artist Farhad Ostovani to Visit the Nelson-Atkins
The artist will join a discussion about his Bach-inspired collection, now on display at the museum Kansas City, MO–Mixed-media artist Farhad Ostovani will visit The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art this October for a discussion on an exhibition of his work…
American Alliance of Museums Issues High Praise in Nelson-Atkins Reaccreditation
Museum recognized for leadership in community engagement, collections quality and stewardship Kansas City, MO. – The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art has been reaccredited by the American Alliance of Museums, an achievement held by only three percent of museums nationwide. “The museum is an exemplary cultural institution for its…
Board of Trustees Leadership Changes Announced at Nelson-Atkins
Donald J. Hall, Jr. Named Chair Kansas City, MO. April 29, 2026–As Evelyn Craft Belger completes the final year of her four-year term as Chair…
Nelson-Atkins Exhibition Explores Lasting Influence of Alphonse Mucha
Wildly Popular Artist Touched Everything from Album Design to Manga Kansas City, MO. April 1, 2026–A stunning exhibition examining the graphic art of Alphonse…
Rare Song Dynasty Landscapes on View March 21 at Nelson-Atkins Museum
Paintings Embody Profound Connections Between Humans, Greater Cosmos Kansas City, MO. – Song dynasty landscapes that shaped the course of Chinese art for centuries and…
Nelson-Atkins Hires Director, Civic Engagement and Community Programs
New Position Leads Strategies Connecting Art to Civic Life Kansas City, MO. The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City has hired Kreshaun McKinney in…