This summer Kansas City will host six matches of the world’s premier international soccer competition. Join Director of Creative Services Ryan Waggoner for an exploration of the installation “Welcoming the World to Lawrence,” featuring artwork from countries playing matches and staying in the area. This presentation reveals how art and sport unite communities worldwide. Senior Sessions are designed with accommodations for older adults and open to all. ⚽🪉

Admission to this event and to the Spencer is free for everyone, always. Free parking is available in designated spaces on the first level of the Mississippi Street garage across from the Museum. Check in at our Welcome Desk with your license plate number for parking validation. 🚗

Jellal Ben Abdallah

“Orchestre sous-marine (Underwater Orchestra),” 1969

charcoal, paper, watercolor, acrylic

Museum purchase: R. Charles and Mary Margaret Clevenger Art Acquisition Fund, 2014.0061