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The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

Art museum · Rockhill ·

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

Art museum · Rockhill ·
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Kansas City’s marquee art museum keeps general admission free, pairing a renowned collection with the Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park’s giant Shuttlecocks. Featured by Condé Nast Traveler and recently reaffirming free entry in local coverage, it’s a true civic anchor.

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Encyclopedic art museum with Asian art, sculpture park, free admission

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4525 Oak St, Kansas City, MO 64111 Get directions

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Encyclopedic art museum with Asian art, sculpture park, free admission

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4525 Oak St, Kansas City, MO 64111 Get directions

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