Classes
Explore creativity

This is the place to try your hand at designing, drawing, and creating of all kinds. Questions? Contact studioworkshops@nelson-atkins.org. 

Youth Studio Classes

Youth Studio Classes

Studio classes spark curiosity, nurture creativity, and make learning fun! Exploring the Nelson-Atkins galleries and creating alongside experienced teaching artists can instill a lifelong love of art, learning, and creative expression.

Family level Members can register one week before the general public and all Members receive a 20% discount! 

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Studio Classes for Adults

Adult Studio Classes

Get your creative juices flowing with a studio class taught by an experienced artist! From drawing and painting to printmaking or ceramics, you are sure to find something to spark your imagination. Classes are designed for all skill levels unless labeled as advanced. 

Family level Members can register one week before the general public and all Members receive a 20% discount! 

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Free Weekend Fun: Unfolding the Seasons
July 1-October 29, 2023
Join us each Saturday and Sunday 1-4 p.m. for hands-on activities, close looking and conversation with Museum Guides. Activities and gallery locations change every few months, so come back often!

Fun Spot  | Bloch Lobby
Design and create a folded screen with your favorite things from each of the four seasons.

Gallery Activity | Gallery 205
Learn about the variety of papers and materials used to create the folding screens and prints on view in the Japanese gallery and explore the sights of the seasons found in the art with the help of Museum Guide Volunteers.

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Low Sensory Morning

Low Sensory Morning
We invite participants into the museum an hour before we open to the public to provide a quiet and low-stimulating environment where you can enjoy hands-on art-making activities and experience art in the galleries.

Visual resources, hand fidgets, a low sensory break room and other accommodations will be provided. This is an activity for families with children on the autism spectrum or people who have sensory sensitivities.

Drop in art making activities available in FLC Classrooms 4 & 5 during this event from 9–10:30 am.

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