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Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

4525 Oak St, Kansas City, MO 64111
816 751 1278
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Ranked #2 of 80 attractions in Kansas City
Type: Art Museums
Activities: Leisure education, Dining
Description: This museum has a collection of life-like sculptures.
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Leawood
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14 reviews 14 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

This internationally acclaimed art museum continues to fuel my passion for all things creative. The Bloch building always has the latest in contemporary exhibits, and can be an outing all in itself. If you have the time, go inside the original beautiful building and explore the Chinese, American, or African section- or perhaps the Impressionist rooms, or how about Rodin,... More

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Leadville, Colorado
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

Beautiful grounds and sculptures. I really enjoyed the Egyptian section, but I was unimpressed by the photography section. I would have loved some impressionistic art. You have to pay for parking, but it was well worth the visit.

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Indianapolis
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

Having some time to kill before catching a flight home, decided to stop at the Nelson-Atkins to look around. Paying $5 to park underneath was the only admission fee. You walk into the Hall of Sculptures which seems to be missing sculptures. There just does not seem to be any theme to any of the rooms.

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Boone, Iowa
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

This is such a fun museum with an encyclopedic art collection. I am a big fan of art museums and this is one of my favorite. Their current display of Rodin is well curated and even has a few interactive displays.

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Kansas City, Missouri
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

we were there for the mother's day puppet show on the lawn. It is great they have the tiered lawn areas and the trees for shade.

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Bedford
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21 attraction reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

This museum is very easy to navigate and is organized by time periods in art. Non-flash photography is allowed, docents are helpful, and the museum is FREE. Be sure to leave a donation-well worth it for what you will see. Huge and beautifully landscaped grounds make this a special visit for all ages.

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Las Vegas, New Mexico, United States
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18 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

This has long been an outstanding museum and I remember wandering through it as a child, astounded and perplexed by some of the ancient and modern art. Now that they have extended the museum with daring architecture, enlarged the already amazing outdoor sculpture park, and still managed to retain the open space and welcoming feel, this is a can't miss... More

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Edmond, Oklahoma
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5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

The Nelson-Atkins offers extensive collections that are well displayed in a charming, historic building - with a modern annex. Underground parking connects to the museum through the annex. The area around the museum is pleasant.

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Atlanta
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4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
59 helpful votes 59 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

The Nelson-Atkins is a Kansas City treasure. The new wing is a beautiful exhibition space and the museum's exhibitions are always first-rate. Admission to the museum is free which enables everyone to enjoy its programs.

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Kansas City, Missouri
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22 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Constantly changing, and it attracts some great traveling exhibits. The Nelson Art Gallery is one of Kansas City's greatest residents.

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