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July 24, 2026

“Second Nature: Photography in the Age of the Anthropocene,” Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art

“Second Nature: Photography in the Age of the Anthropocene” assembles contemporary work by 43 photo-based artists from around the globe.

July 16, 2026

Contemporary photography confronts our changing planet

"Second Nature: Photography" in the Age of the Anthropocene is the first exhibition to examine the Anthropocene thesis through the lens of contemporary photography.

July 16, 2026

Special Section: Museums & Galleries

Experience the region’s most exciting summer exhibitions.

July 13, 2026

‘The World in Kansas City’: Finding a reflection of themselves in us

At the Kemper, celebrating the World Cup with an exhibit of Kansas City artists from global background.

July 1, 2026

Welcoming the World Cup

Kansas City cultural organizations celebrate the game with global displays and soccer-themed exhibits.

June 29, 2026

Editor’s Letter, July/August 2026

Summer is here, and the arts are embracing it with many opportunities to gather outdoors.

June 1, 2026

Artist to Watch: Kat Dison Nechlebova

The Kansas City artist explores the complexities of the human psyche through her art and therapeutic practice.

May 12, 2026

Second Nature: Photography in the Age of the Anthropocene

This summer, the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art presents an exhibition that asks a difficult question: what does our planet look like now that humans themselves have become a geological force?

April 30, 2026

Editor’s Letter, May/June 2026

We’re a sports town. No! We’re an art town. Well. This summer at least, Kansas City is both.

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