The mission of Cara and Cabezas Contemporary is to represent and exhibit the work of contemporary artists from Central and South America alongside that of local artists living in the cities in which the gallery occupies exhibition space, San Francisco and Kansas City.

Specializing in contemporary art, Bruno David Gallery has been a leading art gallery since its establishment in 2005. Bruno David represents St. Louis artists, along with artists of international reputation. It is located in a renovated industrial building in the Midtown.

The Philip Slein Gallery is committed to showing the best painting, drawing, printmaking, photography and sculpture, with a special interest in the new figurative artists from New York, the old figurative artists from Chicago, and local regionalists.

Since its opening in 1994, the Duane Reed Gallery has represented and exhibited nationally recognized contemporary artists working in the fields of painting, photography, and sculpture.

Housed in the massive Beaux-Arts building that opened in 1933, The museum is recognized internationally as one of the finest general art museums in the United States, and currently maintains collections of more than 33 500 works of art.

At the core of the permanent collection is the Bebe and Crosby Kemper Collection. The collection includes works by such artists as Louise Bourgeois, Christian Boltanski, Jasper Johns, Helen Frankenthaler, Frank Stella, Jackson Pollock and Robert Rauschenberg.

The Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis is a non-collecting institution. CAM focuses its efforts on featuring local, national and international, well-known and newly established artists from diverse backgrounds, working in all types of media.

The Saint Louis Art Museum was founded in 1879, and today the quality and breadth of the Museum's collection secure for it a place among the very best institutions of its kind. The the new East Building will increase the Museum’s public space by 30 percent.

Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Tadao Ando and situated in St. Louis' Grand Center district, the Pulitzer presents changing exhibitions and engages in a variety of programming initiatives involving the visual, literary, and performing arts.

The Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art has one of the finest collections of 18th, 19th, 20th and 21st-century American art in the Midwest region. The mission of the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art is to bring excitement, awareness, and appreciation to American visual arts.

The Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum, part of the Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts at Washington University in St. Louis, is committed to preserving and developing its art collection and continuing its legacy of collecting significant art of the time.

Tour de KC offer a number of tours of Kansas City, including several art tours. They provide tours of art institutions such as the Nelson Art Museum or the Kemper Gallery of Contemporary Art, along with a walking tour of the Crossroads Art District galleries.

Since it's founding more than 160 years ago Independence has played an important role in the history of America and the world. Visitors can arrange for guided tours of the historic town.

This walking tour passes through one of Kansas City's most artistic and vibrant neighbourhoods, the Crossroads District. Guests enjoy a sampling from a wide variety of tastings in various venues in the area.

Originally opened in 1928 as the Villa Serena Apartments, the Italian Renaissance Revival-style building was transformed into the elegant Raphael Hotel in 1975, following a renovation that faithfully preserved its historic features.

In 1922, The Chase became a vision realized by its namesake, Chase Ullman. This stately landmark is home to a celebrated history. Through a recent renovation, that storied past has been lovingly preserved and artfully revitalized.

Big Cedar Lodge is a tribute to the magnificence of nature and the solidarity of history. Based in the resort lodges of two 1920s prominent Missourians, it is a one-of-a-kind resort dedicated not only to preserving its own history but also the surrounding the wilderness.

Dwell Nine Twelve is a private apartment bed and breakfast attached to a 3500 square foot home in the historic LaSalle Park neighborhood just south of downtown St Louis. It offers stylish, mid century decor and clean lines throughout.

In a converted 1899 industrial space, Franco serves classic French dishes with a modern twist. The menu is built around locally grown produce and locally raised meats, with an emphasis on freshness and seasonal ingredients.

Niche St Louis, a renowned restaurant, provides contemporary American cuisine. The regularly changing menu is sourced locally, and has garnered chef Gerard Craft rave reviews.

The Golden Ox Restaurant opened its doors in May of 1949. The oldest steakhouse in Kansas City, to visit this dining institution is to visit a piece of the city’s culinary history.

The KC Fringe Festival- now in its 8th year- offers live theatre, dance, performance art, visual art, spoken word, storytelling, and film.

The Missouri Chamber Music Festival aims to bring the fine art of small ensemble playing to a wide audience through dynamic, accessible performances of the highest quality.

The Hot Summer Nights Festival is held annually by the Missouri Symphony Society, offering outstanding classical music performances.

True to its name, the blog provides listings for exhibition openings and events across the city.

Offstage, the KC Stage Blog, offers links to arts news and content throughout the Kansas City region.

Arts St Louis is dedicated to promoting visual arts by practitioners across the region.

Download some of our selected travel, art and culture apps for your smart phone or tablet computer before you travel and skip roaming charges.

Download some of our selected travel, art and culture apps for your smart phone or tablet computer before you travel and skip roaming charges.

Download some of our selected travel, art and culture apps for your smart phone or tablet computer before you travel and skip roaming charges.

The Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts has changed Kansas City's skyline, as well as the experiences of artists and audiences throughout the region.

Recently marking the 75th anniversary of its inaugural performance, the Peabody was completely renovated in 2011 and today offers theatre and live music performances.

The Missouri Theater opened June 25, 1927 as a silent movie hall. It now hosts classical music and gospel performances among others.