Youth & adult classes
Youth studio camps and classes
Taught by experienced art educators among the world’s greatest works of art, Nelson-Atkins classes teach young people how to foster and apply their creativity. Classes are designed for ranges of age and ability, with themes that promise to engage and enrich any student. All supplies are provided at no additional cost.
Art Explorer Members can register one week before the general public and all Members receive a 20% discount!
Youth Studio Class
5-6
Yrs Old
Holiday Studio Class (Ages 5-6)Classroom 1
Celebrate the giving season! Make and take one-of-a-kind holiday gifts inspired by the Nelson-Atkins collection.
1 Session Class | 90 Min.
10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Date
Dec 06
Public
$50
Members
$40
Youth Studio Class
7-8
Yrs Old
Holiday Studio Class (Ages 7-8)Classroom 2
Celebrate the giving season! Make and take one-of-a-kind holiday gifts inspired by the Nelson-Atkins collection.
1 Session Class | 90 Min.
10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Date
Dec 06
Public
$50
Members
$40
Youth Studio Class
9-10
Yrs Old
Holiday Studio Class (Ages 9-10)Classroom 3
Celebrate the giving season! Make and take one-of-a-kind holiday gifts inspired by the Nelson-Atkins collection.
1 Session Class | 90 Min.
10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Date
Dec 06
Public
$50
Members
$40
Youth Studio Class
11-13
Yrs Old
Holiday Studio Class (Ages 11-13)Classroom 4
Celebrate the giving season! Make and take one-of-a-kind holiday gifts inspired by the Nelson-Atkins collection.
1 Session Class | 90 Min.
10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Date
Dec 06
Public
$50
Members
$40
Ongoing Class
Youth Studio Class
5-6
Yrs Old
Creature Feature (5-6)
Classroom 1
Inspired by mythical creatures in the exhibition Sages and Heros, young artists return to the classroom to create fantasy creations using painting and drawing techniques along with mixed media.
3 Session Class | 90 Min.
10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Class will not meet 10/18Date
Oct 11
Public
$115
Members
$93
Ongoing Class
Youth Studio Class
7-9
Yrs Old
Myths & Monsters 7-9
Classroom 2
After exploring mythical themes in the exhibition Sages and Heros, young artists return to the classroom to create a fantastical graphic story using storytelling, mixed media, and advanced drawing techniques.
3 Session Class | 90 Min.
10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Class will not meet 10/18Date
Oct 11
Public
$115
Members
$93
Ongoing Class
Youth Studio Class
5-6
Yrs Old
Creature Feature (5-6)
Classroom 1
Inspired by mythical creatures in the exhibition Sages and Heros, young artists return to the classroom to create fantasy creations using painting and drawing techniques along with mixed media.
3 Session Class | 90 Min.
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Class will not meet 10/18Date
Oct 11
Public
$115
Members
$93
Ongoing Class
Youth Studio Class
7-9
Yrs Old
Myths & Monsters 7-9
Classroom 2
After exploring mythical themes in the exhibition Sages and Heros, young artists return to the classroom to create a fantastical graphic story using storytelling, mixed media, and advanced drawing techniques.
3 Session Class | 90 Min.
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Class will not meet 10/18Date
Oct 11
Public
$115
Members
$93
Adult studio classes
Whether you’re just introducing art into your life or nurturing your creativity, adult studio classes offer a wide choice of subjects, media, and materials to study. Many classes are held on evenings and weekends, with schedules designed for working folks. All skill levels are welcome (unless a class is labeled as advanced) and all supplies are provided at no additional cost.
Art Explorer level Members can register one week before the general public and all Members receive a 20% discount!
Adult Studio Class
Gallery Sketch Class
Classroom 6
Spend time drawing in a different gallery in each class, then develop your sketches into finished works of art. Each standalone class explores a unique drawing technique. Join one or all sessions!
1 Session Class | 120 Min.
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Date
Oct 16
Public
$50
Members
$40
Adult Studio Class
Gallery Sketch Class
Classroom 6
Spend time drawing in a different gallery in each class, then develop your sketches into finished works of art. Each standalone class explores a unique drawing technique. Join one or all sessions!
1 Session Class | 120 Min.
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Date
Oct 23
Public
$50
Members
$40
Adult Studio Class
Holiday Studio Class: Printed TextilesClassroom 6
Celebrate the giving season! Take inspiration from the Mesoamerican artists in the special exhibition Painted Worlds to design your own giftable textile.
1 Session Class | 120 Min.
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Start Date
Nov 07
End Date
Nov 08
Public
$50
Members
$40
Adult Studio Class
Holiday Studio Class: Printed TextileClassroom 6
Celebrate the giving season! Take inspiration from the Mesoamerican artists in the special exhibition Painted Worlds to design your own giftable textile.
1 Session Class | 120 Min.
10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Date
Dec 06
Public
$50
Members
$40
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Adult Studio Class
Autumn in Gouache
Classroom 6
Create vibrant and expressive Autumn scenes and foliage using gouache. Develop painting techniques in color mixing, blending, layering, and using different brush strokes to capture the textures and colors of fall leaves.
4 Session Class | 120 Min.
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Date
Oct 23
Public
$203
Members
$163
Scholarships and discounts
Need-based scholarships
A limited number of need-based scholarships are available for youth and adult studio classes. To apply, please complete the scholarship application form. If you have questions, please contact scholarships@nelson-atkins.org for more information.
Member discounts
Nelson-Atkins members receive a 20% discount on registration for youth and adult classes. Additionally, members at the Art Explorer level or higher get early access to class registration one week prior to when it opens to the public.
Enrollment
How to enroll
You may enroll in a class online (by clicking Register on any of the classes offered above) or by calling the museum at 816.751.1278.
Waiting lists
A waiting list is created for classes that have filled to capacity. If spaces become available, people on the waiting list will be notified in order. To be placed on a waiting list, please call 816.751.1278.
Switching to another class
If you’d like to transfer your enrollment from one class or workshop to another, you will be charged a $10 transfer fee per student and per class. To make changes to your enrollment, please contact our guest services team at 1art@nelson-atkins.org or 816.751.1278.
Cancellations and refunds
Refunds
If you cancel your enrollment more than five business days prior to the class or workshop, you will be refunded the enrollment fees. There is a $15 processing fee per enrollment for cancellations.
Credits for missed classes
We do not issue class credits toward future sessions.
Cancelled classes
The Nelson-Atkins will cancel classes that do not reach minimum enrollment. In those instances, all fees will be refunded 100%.
Attendance and artwork
What to wear
Some materials used in class cannot be washed out of clothes. We advise students to wear clothes that they’re comfortable getting messy.
Absences
If a student misses a class period, they cannot make up for that absence by attending another class. Students may only attend the class in which they are enrolled.
If students miss the final day of class, their artwork will be held at coat check and an email will be sent out with pick-up information.
Artwork pick-up and exhibitions
If you or your child has artwork to be picked up, you can collect it at the coat check desk in Bloch Lobby.
Sometimes, student art will be publicly displayed in the Ford Learning Center Student Gallery. In those cases, you will be notified by email when your or your child’s artwork is on display. If you haven’t heard from us yet, we’re still installing the exhibition.
Once the artwork is taken down, we will email you with instructions on how to collect it.