Evening Two | Friday, May 1
Grand Tasting, Live Auction, and ShuttleCork After Dark
Evening Two features two extraordinary events. At the Grand Tasting, enjoy delectable selections from leading winemakers and local restaurants. Under the big-top tent, raise your paddle high at the Live Auction. Finally, hit the after-party next door at After Dark.
Individual tickets to Evening Two will be available, in limited quantities, after April 1.
Grand Tasting | 5:30-7:30 pm
Savor what the best chefs and vintners have to offer, as 25 top West Coast wineries and 20 of Kansas City’s favorite restaurants provide the perfect mix of food, wine, and mingling amongst friends – all in the elegant setting of the Nelson-Atkins.
Live Auction | 8-9 pm
The exciting Live Auction offers rare wine, unparalleled experiences, and once-in-a-lifetime travel packages. Join other art lovers and wine enthusiasts in supporting the museum as a vital partner in the educational, social, and cultural life of Kansas City.
Absentee Bidding
If you won’t be present for the Live Auction but would still like to bid on a lot, email Allison Muller at amuller@nelson-atkins.org. The deadline to submit your bid is noon on Thursday, April 30.
Auction catalog
The online catalog will be available to view at least two weeks before ShuttleCork. Inside, preview the rare wines, luxury travel, and one-of-a-kind experiences available to the highest bidder.
A physical catalog will be printed and mailed to ticketed guests approximately one week before ShuttleCork.
ShuttleCork After Dark | 9 pm
After the auction, wind down from the excitement with live jazz while enjoying more fine wine and light bites.
Pay by check
If you would like to send a check instead of purchasing tickets online, please include guest information and make contributions payable to The Nelson Gallery Foundation. Mail your check to the following address:
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
ShuttleCork 2026
4525 Oak St.
Kansas City, MO 64111
Unable to attend ShuttleCork? Make a contribution today.
You can still support the museum via online donation or by sending a check to the address above, made payable to The Nelson Gallery Foundation.
Contact us
If you have any questions about ShuttleCork, please call 816.751.1278 option 8 or email 1ART@nelson-atkins.org.
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