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Youth & Family Programs

Creative activity is a source of joy and wonder for children – and at the Nelson-Atkins these transforming experiences begin with early childhood and continue through the teenage years and beyond.

Scholarships may be awarded to students on the basis of financial need and desire to participate. Scholarship information and application.

Interested? See a brief description of our programs.


Now Enrolling!

Note: The deadline for online enrollment is 3 days prior to the first day of a class. If you don't see a class you are interested in, please call 816.751.1ART for assistance. Girl Scout registration deadline is one week prior to workshop.

Summer 2013 Class Schedule	Girl Scout Workshops

Click here for a list of all current youth classes


Click here for a list of Frequently Asked Questions about studio classes and workshops.

Plan your next family visit to the Museum; see our Calendar for all upcoming classes and events.

Youth and Family programs are made possible in part by support from the Sprint Fund for Children.