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Photo: Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Museums
Look in our KC museums – and you’ll find one of the most comprehensive collections of Chinese art in the Western Hemisphere and Galileo’s original printed works. Or choose Jazz’s iconic history and the only museum dedicated to Negro Leagues Baseball. Whatever you choose, Kansas City’s museums are worth a deep dive.
Our Kansas City museums are noted nationally – and our insider’s guide will help you find something new to learn and explore. Check out the map of KC’s museums and their events and exhibits. Read an article or two to learn something new about the treasures that are here for you to see. Then dive in – go explore art, history and our amazing KC culture!
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Kansas City’s arts scene spans the metro, from the Crossroads Arts District’s concentrated gallery scene to performance venues, museums, and cultural landmarks throughout the region. Most areas require a car to get between them, but once you arrive, it’s easy to explore on foot.
All of our arts organizations are very welcoming and accessible. There are many events and experiences that are free or low-cost.
While KC is most known for its jazz legacy, vibrant murals, and First Fridays (one of the country’s largest monthly art walks), there is much to explore.
If you’re visiting for a specific event or spending a weekend exploring, Kansas City’s creative community makes it easy to dive in. A little planning goes a long way!
Here is what to know before you go.
Know before you go
The free KC Streetcar runs 5.7 miles from River Market to UMKC, connecting downtown, the Crossroads, Westport, the Plaza, and must-see museums like the Nelson-Atkins and Kemper along the way. Ride shares are also widely available, and most venues have nearby parking.