What Visitors Valued Most
In Their Own Words

  • Thinking back to the wonderful exhibits that have been held, it would have to be the creative and fresh look at new art.”

  • “The best place to view contemporary art in Kansas City. There is no replacement.”

  • “The opportunity for life-long learning”

  • “Free art museum for the local community”

  • “The ease with which I can access great contemporary art.”

  • “Inspiration and creative challenge”

  • “The art experience extended through the gift shop and Café Sebastienne.”

  • “The best place to meet family and friends.”

  • “The fun I have had this past year and a way to stay connected while apart.”

  • “The fact that the museum experience feels different every time I visit.”

  • “Its ease of access and use. The unique structure and access to the Kemper Museum allows for a quick easy visit for revitalization, inspiration and comfort.”

  • “Being in the city and just being able to stop in for 15 minutes.”

  • “The wonderful approachability of the museum and its collection.”

  • “Everything about it, especially the unique shows that you have brought.”

  • “Kemper is a very accessible museum and the size is not intimidating.”

  • “A peaceful, quiet place to visit and reflect.”

  • “The uniqueness of the exhibits, the digestible size of the museum and the phenomenal, professional staff.”

  • “The joy of being able to drop into a Kemper’s intimate space whenever I need to reflect and renew.”

Background image: Vaughn Spann (American, born 1992), Goliath, 2020, polymer paint, flashe, canvas on aluminum braces, 180 x 180 inches. Collection of Liz Dascal and Vladimir Spector, courtesy of David Castillo Gallery, © Vaughn Spann, courtesy of the artist and David Castillo Gallery. Photo by EG Schempf.

This work was on view in the 2021 exhibition Vaughn Spann: Open Onto.