Open Drawing+

Schedule

Thu Jun 11 2026 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art | Kansas City, MO

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Open Drawing+ transforms the museum into a space for sound, exploration, and making for all ages!
About this Event

Experience an evening of activities inspired by the exhibition, Second Nature: Photography in the Age of the Anthropocene.
Explore the museum with sketchbook in hand, respond to exhibitions through creative prompts, and experience live music in the Atrium organized by Manor Records. Throughout the evening, enjoy artist demonstrations and an additional hands-on activity inspired by current exhibitions.


What to Expect:

-Sketch and explore as you draw throughout the galleries.
-Join a docent for an engaging mini-tour that brings current exhibitions to life.
-Immerse yourself in a live set by musician Jass, organized by Manor Records.
-Personalize a Kemper Museum tote with artist Stonie Howard of Stonie’s Stuff, featuring a live sublimation photo-printing demo. Choose from images inspired by Second Nature (free totes available while supplies last).
-Experiment with postcard embroidery in the Engagement Space and leave with your own reimagined image.


This programming series is powered by Evergy.
Join us throughout the year in April, June, August, and November for this lively night of creative community.

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This program is free and open to all. Registration encouraged.

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Click here for information on how to get to the Museum and where to find our paid parking lots. Parking is Free for Supporting Members, and ample free street parking is also available around the Museum.

Kemper Museum admission is always free, thanks to the generous support of our Members and donors. Become a Museum Member today to help sustain free access to contemporary art and community programming.

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Where is it happening?

Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, 4420 Warwick Boulevard, Kansas City, United States

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