The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art has launched a global design competition to select an architect-led team for a significant expansion aimed at transforming the museum with a more dynamic and inclusive design. The expansion is intended to create a centre that appeals to new audiences and fosters a sense of community, building a “museum for all.”

The museum, based in Kansas City, Missouri, is known for its collection of over 42,000 art objects, including Asian art, European and American paintings, photography, modern sculpture, and galleries dedicated to Native American, African, and Egyptian works. Surrounded by a 22-acre sculpture park, it offers free admission and serves a broad audience across a 300-mile radius.

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