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The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

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4525 Oak St (at Just east of Country Club Plaza)
Kansas City, MO 64111

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(816) 751-1278
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Awesome place! My wife and I were planning on passing right through Kansas City not thinking there would be any major attractions that we'd want to see, until Yelp came to the res...

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The Nelson Atkins Museum of Art is nothing compared to any big museum in New York or Chicago. There really aren't any big name paintings because KC isn't a big market for art. I...

Fantastic, World Class Art Musuem 2/11/2006

This is the real treasure of Kansas City. The Nelson Atkins Museum of Art is a world class art museum, with many excellent collections. Their collection of art from Asia is particularly fantastic. From modern to renaissance, most major periods are represented. A lovely sculpture garden, complete with gigantic shuttlecocks line a lovely lawn. There is a great little cafe perfect for a light lunch or a romantic Friday dinner. more
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A museum like no other 11/27/2005

The Nelson has recently undergone a huge expansion and now has miles more of its treasures on display. The Nelson's treasures are housed in a beautiful neoclassical building which is one of Kansas City's most important landmarks. The art within ranges from classic masters to modern innovators. The Nelson also houses the largest Asian art collection in the midwest. more
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Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art 11/18/2005

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is a great art museum in the downtown area of Kansas City. I don't really know anything about art, but I do know that they have a great collection of all sorts of different art works. I can go and spend hours by myself looking around at all of the art. I makes me feel like I have a little culture more
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Outstanding 11/2/2005

The Nelson has a wonderful collection of art that appeals to a wide variety of people and ages, from paintings to scupture to medieval armor. They often have brunch in the courtyard with live music, which is lovely, and their Free Friday events are great for those on a budget. more
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Museum 8/29/2005

This Is A Great Place to Look at great Art. Admission Is Free On Fridays and there Is also A restraunt In there as well. It is Great to take a Day and Relax and look at the art and Ever piece Has A description below it so You can see Where the Art was done and Where It originated from! more
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Beautiful. 7/27/2005

Not only do they have beautiful art work and shows, they outside of the museum is beautiful too! The shuttle cock is known around the states as an icon to the kansas city area. Always an educational, and fun time had. more
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Wonderful place for a date!!!! 6/9/2005

I love this art museum. They always have great displays. It is a wonderful place to take a date and get lost in all the artwork. They have a wonderful dining space in the center of the museum that is just lovely. You should prepare to spend hours in this place!!! If you do take the family, they have a scavenger hunt for kids where they have to find certain pieces of art, etc. This helps keep the kids entertained while you get to look around. PROS: Romantic and educational CONS: none more
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Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art- A Piece of Work 4/25/2005

Contains a variety of art collections and on occasion bring exciting special exhibitions. Pieces of work range from contemporary to ancient and from different parts of the world. The landscaping is exquisite, and is a great place to take someone with during the summer to visit during Free Ford Fridays. If youre looking for a quiet day to shop and enjoy different art collections then buddy up and head to Nelson-Atkins Museum. more
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Construction 3/10/2003

The new parking garage makes visiting the museum a breeze, no more parking on the city streets, it's convenient, safe and well gaurded. With the addition of new buildings and permanent sculptures this makes the museum the site within the city. Pros: Good Parking, Inexpensive, All ages welcome more
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simply the best! 10/22/2002

Simply the best museum in the middle of the nation! They had a wonderful Egyptian exhibit that I was able to attend this past summer. Their permanent Egyptian and ancient culture exhibits are astounding. more
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Awesome 8/24/2002

the Nelson is great! Now that it is FREE even better! more
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GREAT PLACE! 8/8/2002

The Nelson-Atkins is a great place for visitors or for people around the city. The museum is HUGE and the grounds are beutiful. There are new exhibits all of the time and wonderful artifacts from all time periods. One of the best sections is the Chinese exhibit that is on the 3rd floor of the museum.. We go to the museum every few months. There is a cafe there too, so you don't have to leave to eat. Pros: beautiful musuem, great exhibits, Great price! Cons: no close parking, sometime crowded more
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One of the country's top museums 8/8/2002

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is one of the top art museums in the country. It is fabulous and has an excellent collection of art. more
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Ever Changing 8/7/2002

I have been visiting the Nelson Art Gallery for 64 years and continue to do so occasionaly. My children and grandchildren visit from around the world and insist that they make a trip to the Gallery on each visit. The over-all objects displayed there are equal to any I have found in Europe or Africa. Cons: Need more handicapped more
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My favorite art museum. 7/26/2002

Very classy art museum with lots of different attractions - beautiful architecture, great restaurant to dine in the palazzo. My best friend studies art here. It's free on Saturdays! more
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Art galore 7/25/2002

Awesome exhibits. Usually free admission. Must stop by Rozelle Court and have a piece of their world famous chocolate cake. Amazing works of art and very helpful staff. more
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  • **Museum Mission**
    The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is dedicated to the enjoyment and understanding of the visual arts and the varied cultures they represent. It is committed through its collections and programs to being a vital partner in the educational and cultural life of Kansas City and a preeminent institution both nationally and internationally.

    The Nelson-Atkins strives to achieve this goal by adherence to the highest professional standards in the collection, preservation, exhibition and interpretation of works of art.

    **Admission to the Museum is FREE for all visitors**
    There may be a charge for special exhibitions.

    Closed Mondays, New Year's Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

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  • The Scene
    Don't let the museum's sprawling floor plan discourage you from visiting all the international art exhibits. When you're ready for fresh air, head outside for a look at the...

  • 3/25/2005 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Tues-Wed 10am-4pm; Thurs-Fri 10am-9pm; Sat 10am-5pm; Sun noon-5pm
  • Payments: American Express, Visa, Master Card, Discover
  • Neighborhoods: Midtown - Westport, Southmoreland
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