Japanese Nature Themes in Art
The Nelson-Atkins Museum's "Whimsical Woodcuts"
Japanese Nature Themes in Art,
in connection with the special exhibit,
Hokusai: Waves of Inspiration
Saturday, January 4th, 2024
1:00-4:00pm
4525 Oak St.
Kansas City, MO 64111
Scroll down to the see complete program elements -
1. READ TO GET READY
2. LIVE ARTS EVENT
3. FAMILY ACTIVITY
Read to get ready
Whimsical Woodcuts & Japanese Nature Themes Reading List
Looking for great books to read with all members of your family before attending the program at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art?
The Kansas City Public Library has created a list that includes... .
CLICK THE MAGICAL BOOK IMAGE
TO SEE THE FULL RECOMMENDED READING LIST FOR
"WHIMSICAL WOODCUTS & JAPANESE NATURE THEMES"
FROM KCPL!
ClLICK ABOVE TO GO TO THE FAMILY BOOK LIST
Attend a live arts event
Nelson-Atkins Museum of art
Engage at the Nelson Atkins Museum in
two different ways to experience the arts with your family!
First Option: The Nelson Atikins Museum welcomes visitors of all ages to explore the entire regular collection of the museum, including many examples of woodcut prints and Japanese art.
There is no charge. Saturday hours are 10:00am-5:00pm.
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Second Option: If your family would like to add to the day’s experiences by visiting the special exhibit, “Hokusai: Waves of Inspiration from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston”, tickets can be purchased directly from the museum
by clicking the poster on the left.
Please note! This event is supported by The Drop.
Use your Drop card online or in person to purchase $10 adult tickets to the special exhibit.
Also, bring your Drop card with you to the museum.
You can use it for free parking in the underground parking garage.
Enjoy A Family Activity
"WHimsical woodcuts" Family Activity
WHIMSICAL WOODCUTS WORKSHOP
Jump into the world of Japanese woodblock printing by creating your own design with natural elements. Using a linoleum block, carved similarly to traditional woodblocks, create your own composition based on Japanese nature themes. Complete your work by adding a Japanese Hanko stamp to your finished composition.
Saturday, January 4th, 2025, 1:00-4:00pm
Museum entrance and participation in the Whimsical Woodcuts is free of charge. Your family may enter, participate, and leave the workshop at your own time and pace, during the 1:00-4:00pm activity.
Register here to receive your free Stories in the Spotlight take-home book at our onsite table after finishing the activity.
Introducing: Stories in the Spotlight
We've just launched an exciting new program combining youth literacy with family friendly performing arts!