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The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

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No ticket needed for the permanent collection.

Admission is free every day, for everyone.

Special exhibitions require a separate ticket.

Ticketed exhibitions are sold by the museum only.

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Last verified August 18, 2026

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Opens 14 Nov

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The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art · Kansas City
November 14, 2026 – May 9, 2027

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Before you go

Visiting The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art — common questions

What exhibitions are on at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art right now?
6 special exhibitions are on at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art right now: Legendary Landscapes (until September 27, 2026), Mucha’s Muses: Sarah Bernhardt and the Spirit of Art Nouveau (until January 17, 2027), Farhad Ostovani: Goldberg Variations (until February 28, 2027) and From Modesty to Magnificence: The Golden Age of Miniature Painting in England, 1700–1800 (until April 4, 2027) — plus 2 more currently on view. 2 further shows are already announced, starting with American Prospects and Landscape Photography, 1839 to Today on October 3, 2026.
Is The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art free?
Yes — admission to The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is free. Admission is free every day, for everyone.
Do I need to book The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art tickets in advance?
No. Advance booking is not required at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.
Are special exhibitions included in The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art admission?
Special exhibitions require a separate ticket. Ticketed exhibitions are sold by the museum only.
What time does The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art open?
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is open Monday, Saturday and Sunday 10:00–17:00, Thursday and Friday 10:00–21:00. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Day, with an early close on New Year's Eve.

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