Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art

Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art is Kansas City’s free, non-collecting contemporary art museum, known for thought-provoking rotating exhibitions and a strong regional-to-global artist mix. Housed in a sleek Gunnar Birkerts building, it offers intimate galleries, a notable permanent collection anchored by works from the 20th century onward, and public programs that are approachable for all ages. The on-site Café Sebastienne attracts locals with art-lined dining. Centrally located near the Country Club Plaza, it’s an easy stop for travelers seeking current, diverse perspectives in art without the crowds or cost of larger institutions.