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Book Social: A Reading Party

Book Social: A Reading Party

Name: Book Social: A Reading Party
Start: 2026-11-20T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-11-20T00:00:00+00:00
Location: The Spencer Art Reference Library at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

At The Spencer Art Reference Library at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Kansas City, MO

By The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

Hosted throughout the year by the Spencer Art Reference Library, Book Social: A Reading Party is a low-fi night of novel connections. Bring a book of your choice — or borrow one of ours — and settle in with other guests for 30 minutes of independent reading.

Afterward, break for guided prompts and small-group conversation with others. The cycle repeats, blending focused reading time with relaxed social breaks. Themed nights may even send readers roaming through the galleries, on the hunt ... view more »

Small plates and alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase. Come solo or with friends and meet fellow readers in a welcoming, creative environment.

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Admission details

Free admission, reservations requested.

Date + time

Explore the galleries until 9pm.

Nov 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm (Fri)

Event durations (if noted) are approximate. Please check with the presenting organization or venue to confirm start times and duration.

Location + accessibility

The Spencer Art Reference Library at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

4525 Oak Street, Kansas City, MO 64111

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Our parking garage is located on Oak Street, on the west side of the museum and just south of 45th Street. Parking for the general public is $14 per vehicle. Nelson-Atkins members park for free.

Visitors with disabilities may park for free in the garage with an accessible placard.

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The Spencer Art Reference Library at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

4525 Oak Street, Kansas City, MO 64111

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