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Access Art

Access Art

Access Art is a year-round initiative for adults featuring in-person and virtual art instruction classes, art history programs, and in-branch art exhibits. Create, learn more, and see original works by local and regional artists, through unique opportunities for adults to “Access Art.”  Explore our program offerings, as well as the Library’s many art resources!

Faux Amber Fossil Necklace

Various dates and branches

Create your own Jurassic-inspired faux amber necklace containing a dragonfly or another insect with A to Z Artistry. Participants will learn how to draw their insect and use UV resin to seal it.

Art and Activism: The Life and Legacy of Ruth Asawa

Thursday, May 14
6:30 p.m.
Zoom

Ruth Asawa was known for her ethereal wire sculptures, but her extensive body of work also includes paintings, printmaking, and public commissions.

This program will be held virtually using Zoom. Registration with a valid email address is required to receive the Zoom link. 

Kickin’ It in KC Painting

Wednesday, June 3
6:30 p.m.
MCPL360

The world is coming to Kansas City for a summer of fun and soccer.

To enjoy this virtual program, go to our MCPL360 Facebook page at the scheduled day and time.

Access Art

Tiny Art Show

Wed, May 13 2026
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Registration Required
Hey, adults! Show off your artistic talents and be a part of our Tiny Art Show! Join us to release your inner artist and create your masterpiece.

Faux Amber Fossil Necklace

Mon, Jun 1 2026
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Full (waiting list)
Create your own Jurassic-inspired faux amber necklace containing a dragonfly or another insect with A to Z Artistry. Participants will learn how to draw their insect and use UV resin to seal it.

Faux Amber Fossil Necklace

Wed, Jun 3 2026
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Registration Required
Create your own Jurassic-inspired faux amber necklace containing a dragonfly or another insect with A to Z Artistry. Participants will learn how to draw their insect and use UV resin to seal it.

Magnolia in Chalk Pastels

Sat, Jun 6 2026
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Full (waiting list)
Magnolias are one of the only flowers scientists have found from prehistoric times that are still alive today. Learn how to draw a magnolia using chalk pastels with artist Cassie Schumacher.

Magnolia in Chalk Pastels

Mon, Jun 8 2026
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Full (waiting list)
Magnolias are one of the only flowers scientists have found from prehistoric times that are still alive today. Learn how to draw a magnolia using chalk pastels with artist Cassie Schumacher.

Faux Amber Fossil Necklace

Wed, Jun 10 2026
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Registration Required
Create your own Jurassic-inspired faux amber necklace containing a dragonfly or another insect with A to Z Artistry. Participants will learn how to draw their insect and use UV resin to seal it.

Faux Amber Fossil Necklace

Thu, Jun 11 2026
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Registration Required
Create your own Jurassic-inspired faux amber necklace containing a dragonfly or another insect with A to Z Artistry. Participants will learn how to draw their insect and use UV resin to seal it.

Magnolia in Chalk Pastels

Mon, Jun 15 2026
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Registration Required
Magnolias are one of the only flowers scientists have found from prehistoric times that are still alive today. Learn how to draw a magnolia using chalk pastels with artist Cassie Schumacher.

Magnolia in Chalk Pastels

Thu, Jun 18 2026
10:00am - 11:30am
Registration Required
Magnolias are one of the only flowers scientists have found from prehistoric times that are still alive today. Learn how to draw a magnolia using chalk pastels with artist Cassie Schumacher.

Magnolia in Chalk Pastels

Thu, Jun 18 2026
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Registration Required
Magnolias are one of the only flowers scientists have found from prehistoric times that are still alive today. Learn how to draw a magnolia using chalk pastels with artist Cassie Schumacher.

Magnolia in Chalk Pastels

Mon, Jun 29 2026
5:30pm - 7:00pm
Registration Required
Magnolias are one of the only flowers scientists have found from prehistoric times that are still alive today. Learn how to draw a magnolia using chalk pastels with artist Cassie Schumacher.

Faux Amber Fossil Necklace

Mon, Jun 29 2026
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Registration Required
Create your own Jurassic-inspired faux amber necklace containing a dragonfly or another insect with A to Z Artistry. Participants will learn how to draw their insect and use UV resin to seal it.

Magnolia in Chalk Pastels

Wed, Jul 22 2026
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Registration Required
Magnolias are one of the only flowers scientists have found from prehistoric times that are still alive today. Learn how to draw a magnolia using chalk pastels with artist Cassie Schumacher.

Magnolia in Chalk Pastels

Thu, Jul 23 2026
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Registration Required
Magnolias are one of the only flowers scientists have found from prehistoric times that are still alive today. Learn how to draw a magnolia using chalk pastels with artist Cassie Schumacher.

Magnolia in Chalk Pastels

Wed, Aug 12 2026
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Full (waiting list)
Magnolias are one of the only flowers scientists have found from prehistoric times that are still alive today. Learn how to draw a magnolia using chalk pastels with artist Cassie Schumacher.

Magnolia in Chalk Pastels

Sat, Aug 15 2026
11:00am - 12:30pm
Registration Required
Magnolias are one of the only flowers scientists have found from prehistoric times that are still alive today. Learn how to draw a magnolia using chalk pastels with artist Cassie Schumacher.

Faux Amber Fossil Necklace

Mon, Aug 17 2026
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Full (waiting list)
Create your own Jurassic-inspired faux amber necklace containing a dragonfly or another insect with A to Z Artistry. Participants will learn how to draw their insect and use UV resin to seal it.

Access Art Video Archives

Online Resources for Art

Art Index Retrospective

This collection includes articles from 1929 to 1984 about fine, decorative, and commercial art, including American, Latin American, Canadian, Asian, and non-Western art, as well as stories about new artists, contemporary art, exhibition reviews, and feminist criticism.

medici.tv

This resource offers access classical music concerts, operas, ballets, documentaries, and master classes. More than 100 of these performances are streamed live each year.

Fine Arts

This collection provides more than 150 full-text magazines and journals, providing support for research in areas such as drama, music, art history, and filmmaking.

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