This place was great. It is beautiful on the inside and the outside. The building is art all on it's own. I fell in love with this museum as soon as I saw it. I also suggest taking a stroll through the neighborhood around the museum. It's a nice change from the city life.
Wonderful experience. Something for everyone to enjoy. Fantastic collection of art from all over the world, Egyptian to modern and everything in between. Well laid out and interpreted. If you go late in the day, after noon, you can get a personally guided tour. The art inside and out is fun, awe inspiring and thought provoking. An African ...
I am 17 and I have been to the Nelson three times and I plan to go again this week. They have a very diverse collection of Art and recent construction will leave the museum looking its finest. The cafe is nice for lunch, however it is a bit on the costly side, about $5-$10 bucks per person.
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By A Yahoo! Contributor, 12/20/05
I loved the Nelson-Atkins Art Gallery. It was really neat, my favorite things were the knight in armor, the buddha temple, the oriental bed, the chinesse painting gallery, stained glass, and african art. They also had this security gaurd, dressed as the other 'real' guards in the museum, and it was really freaky, because I thought he was ...
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Always a pleasure
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 11/08/05
I visit the Nelson every chance I get when I visit family in KC. Make sure to drive past to view the front gardens- very unique!
Very nice atmosphere of a museum that incorporates both modern and old art and history. You can go at your own pace, or go on one of the guided tours. People who are part of the staff are knowlegable and informative and can give you further background on pieces that only have short descriptions at times. The museum no longer charges admission, but ...
I'm fond of chinese art and friend of mine tried to show me what this museum have. Almost whole temple! I was surprised with those badmington balls in front. It was amasing. Unfortunate we have just our before closing, so I didn't see everything I want
Great place to see art. Van gogh, kahlo, monet plus great egyptian collection. Big plus ITS FREE. Park on street to avoid paying for parking.
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lovely place/grounds
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 09/25/05
the Nelson is greatly improved with a nice parking facility and other additions. Displays there, while some are very familiar, remain interesting and stir conversation even in those without true art appreciation or education.
The minute you drive into the convenient parking areas you have an awe of the expanse of the place and you see the lawn sculpture and you can't wait to see the latest that's on display...You are greeted by pleasant people and the cost is minimal for the show ahead. I usually go for the lunchtime as the smells from the resturant get my ...