An opening reception will be held to celebrate two new exhibitions at the AKMA: Returning/Belonging: Artworks by Benjamin Parks and Kathy Liao & the 48th Annual Membership Exhibition. An awards ceremony will take place at 6:00 pm to announce winners in each category of the Membership Exhibition. Opening receptions are free and open to the... View Article

Join us for a Wicked day trip! Explore the beautifully renovated Corinthian Hall, enjoy a 3 course plated lunch at Bristol Seafood and Social and see the world-renowned musical Wicked at the Kansas City Music Hall. Tickets are limited, book today! $230 per person, all inclusive.

Put your imagination to work by using different mediums to create unique artwork. With a new project each week, students will construct, paint, and assemble projects ranging from sculptures, paintings, prints, and mixed media pieces - featuring Collection Connections with the AKMA permanent collection. Perfect after school class for children ages 6-12. $12 per class... View Article

FREE and open to the public. By popular demand! If it's hard to get to the museum during our regular hours, this is the moment for you! Bring the whole family for an after-hours event featuring kids games and activities, a chance to see our new exhibitions, enjoy a FREE drawing activity, grab a drink... View Article

Learn the basics of pastel painting with artist Jill Tichenor. Jill will discuss materials, show examples of her own work as well as famous artists, and have a planned exercise to get everyone familiar with the materials. Jill will inspire you with her love of pastels. She has been painting with them since she was... View Article

David Laderoute, Missouri Master Gardener and Master Naturalist, will be presenting on best practices for your winter seed starting. Get a jump on your 2022 garden plans with us at the Wyeth-Tootle Mansion.

How do you get your children excited about science and math? Treat them to the experience that is Super Science Saturday! They can solve the math maze, try biology, physics, chemistry, and weather experiments, meet amazing creatures, and much more! Presented by the St. Joseph Museums and Missouri Western State University, the hands-on activities related... View Article

Winter is usually the best time to see bald eagles soaring by the Missouri River. To celebrate these beautiful creatures, visit us to create your own bald eagle puppet! No extra charge for the craft, just the regular admission. The Remington Nature Center hosts a Make & Take Craft the last Saturday of every month, 1:00-3:00... View Article

The Spread Game Tour is a basketball event like no other. Ankle-breaking moves, jaw-dropping swag, and rim-rattling dunks are only some of the thrill you can expect from this fully modernized show. Part streetball from the players who defined it, part interactive family entertainment, the new tour will show off the best of the Globetrotters... View Article

Show love for your sweetheart with a special dinner crafted by Chef Ralph from Luna’s Fine Dining. Your gourmet meal will include appetizers, three courses and a glass of bubbly. Reserve for a couple or bring a group. Private rooms available. Spaces are limited for this exclusive and unique event! A take-out option is available.... View Article

This month we will learn about Addy and the Civil War era. Club participants explore each doll's historical time period through a variety of activities. Activities are geared towards grades K-6, but other students are welcome. Admission: $8 per child or $6 for museum members, which includes the program, craft session, and snack. Reservations are... View Article

Learn how you can vastly improve your paintings by developing a consistent poster study practice. A poster study is a small, quickly executed painting that captures the essence of a subject. Instructor Cody Wheelock will introduce students to the concept of poster studies, provide demonstrations and explain how to set up your own practice. Students... View Article