Zhou B Art Center Kansas City MO

01/24/2025

First friday is back! Join us in February from 5-8 PM!✨✨✨

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12/30/2024

✨CALL FOR ARTISTS✨Link in bio! Apply on our website! Applications due Jan 13th!

EXHIBITION FOR FEBRUARY 6TH - MAY 2ND 2025

We invite artists to submit works for Homage to the Hand, an exhibition that delves into the intimate relationship between creators and their materials. This show celebrates the act of creation as both a physical and conceptual journey, highlighting the evidence of artistic process—layers, erasures, repetitions, and intuitions that shape a finished piece.

Mark making transcends the boundaries of medium. Each mark is a record of time, motion, and emotion, capturing fleeting decisions, unexpected accidents, and the rhythm of labor. We seek works that embody these themes, inviting viewers to witness the vulnerability and authenticity of the creative process.

DUE JAN 13th

12/28/2024

✨CLOSING RECEPTION: Jan 18th 6-9 PM✨
RSVP LINK IN BIO!

The Zhou B Art Center KC is proud to announce its highly anticipated First Annual Group Exhibition: If Only for A Moment, featuring the dynamic works of over 25 talented resident artists. This landmark exhibition will wrap up on January 18th, 2025 from 6-9 PM, and serve as a grand closure of the diverse creative voices that define the center’s thriving art community. Spanning a wide range of media—including painting, sculpture, mixed media, photography, and more—the exhibition will offer visitors a unique opportunity to explore both emerging and established talent in Kansas City’s ever-evolving art scene.

If Only For a Moment, is an exhibition that reveals how moments serve as the threads that weave together our shared human experience. The exhibition seeks to slow down the passage of time and invites viewers to find meaning in the subtle, the still, and the unseen. If Only for A Moment encourages contemplation on how every moment — no matter how brief or seemingly insignificant — can engage an opportunity for connection and gratitude. It asks: What stories do we uncover when we give ourselves permission to pause, even if only for a moment?

Event Details

Exhibition Closing Reception: January 18th, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Location: Zhou B Art Center KC, 1801 E 18th Street

Gallery Hours: Tuesday- Saturday 10 AM- 5 PM

Admission: Free to the public

12/21/2024

The holidays are making us a little sentimental 🎄🎅Art studios are more than just walls—they are the home to an artist’s journey. Studios have become sanctuaries for creativity, growth, and connection— but what truly makes this place special is OUR artists within them.

To those who have filled these spaces with passion, purpose, and vision: we are endlessly grateful. You’ve built not just a community but a family—a place where art thrives because of the heart you’ve poured into it.

As our community continues to grow, studios are going fast. If you’d like to join us, visit our website and fill out the inquiry form. We’d be honored to welcome you to this incredible creative community.

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12/09/2024

🎨✨ Holiday Art Sale Alert! ✨🎨

Join us at the Zhou B Art Center KC on Thursday, December 14th, from 12-4PM for an unforgettable holiday art shopping experience! 🖼️

Discover one-of-a-kind gifts for your loved ones (or yourself!) from talented local artists. From paintings to sculptures, prints, and more, there’s something special for everyone. 🎁

Support the arts, shop small, and make this season extra magical with meaningful, handmade treasures. 🎄💖

📍 Where: Zhou B Art Center KC
📅 When: Thursday, December 14th
⏰ Time: 12-4 PM
🚙 FREE ONSITE PARKING
🎨 Art Gallery will be open! See current exhibition “If Only for A Moment”

Bring your friends, family, and holiday spirit! See you there! ✨

11/20/2024

🌟 Cheers to the Wins! 🌟

From hosting unforgettable events and connecting through community workshops, to celebrating our artists making waves in national exhibitions and witnessing the magic of our resident art show—we’ve done that! 🎉

Each piece sold, each workshop held, and every shared moment is a testament to the power of art and community coming together. This is what we’re here for: creating, inspiring, and uplifting.

Thank you to everyone who’s been a part of this journey. Here’s to more wins ahead!

✨Current Exhibition: If Only For A Moment. Still on view until January 18th! Open Tuesday- Saturday 10 am-5 PM!

11/15/2024

11/13/2024

We are so excited to announce that we have won an Excellence Award presented by Historic Kansas City! We were recognized for 2023-2024 Best Adaptive Re-Use for Historic Renovations, for the renovation of the former Crispus Attucks School!

11/06/2024

✨Did You Know✨ our space has three diverse and versatile event spaces available for your next wedding, corporate event, rehearsal dinner or performance!

To make things better, all of our food and beverage service happens on site, eliminating the headache of having to manage multiple vendors! Our on site chef is happy to create a custom menu with you to make this day special and memorable!

To inquire, visit our website under “Host an Event” or email [email protected]

10/26/2024

Join us for an incredible night of Halloween magic, creativity, and high-energy fun at Kansas City Tonight’s Third Annual Halloween Fashion Show on Thursday, October 31st, hosted at the Zhou B Art Center (1801 E. 18th St., Kansas City, MO).

BEFORE THE SHOW⬇️
🎃 5:00 PM: Trick or Treat with artists (free)

The Zhou B Art Center will be hosting a trick or treat evening with the resident artists before the show begins. This portion of the evening is free to the public.

THE FASHION SHOW⬇️
🎃7:00 PM: Cocktail Service Begins + Doors (ticket required)
the excitement ramps up with the fashion show portion of the evening so grab your drinks and get comfortable for a spooky and enchanting evening!

🎃8:00 PM Show Begins
Along with the incredible costumes on display, you can expect live entertainment blessing the runway—including musical performers, singers, dancers, special guests, and a few extra surprises that will make this night unforgettable!

🎃9:30 PM AFTER PARTY
Following the fashion show at 9:30 PM, the night turns into an epic Halloween party, featuring a live DJ to keep the energy high and the dance floor packed.

Ticket Information:
General Admission: $25
VIP Tickets: $50 – Includes front-row seating for the fashion show and access to the exclusive VIP lounge.

25% of all ticket sales will go to the Zhou B Art Foundation, supporting local artists and their creative projects.

Get your tickets now and prepare for an extraordinary Halloween experience! Whether you’re coming for the incredible models in costumes, the live performances, the special surpries, or to enjoy the Halloween Party, this is a night you won’t want to miss!

Link in bio🎃🎃🎃

10/24/2024

And that’s a wrap! Thank you to everyone that attended Thrive tonight (biggest crowd ever). Stay tuned for pictures and videos. Congratulations to our honorees and thank you to ToniMarieTalley for emceeing!

10/18/2024

TOMORROW NIGHT👋✨
Join us for our newest exhibition opening: If Only For a Moment from 6-9 PM!

10/15/2024

Looking to make your next event stand out? Elevate the experience with a one-of-a-kind collection of artwork that sets the perfect tone and a personalized menu that will leave your guests raving! Whether you’re hosting an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, combining art and cuisine will transform any space into a vibrant, unforgettable atmosphere.

Inquire online under the “Book an Event” tab to start planning something truly special! 🎨🍽✨

10/05/2024

Thank you to everyone who joined us in welcoming The Zhou Brothers and their amazing new paintings which are now apart of our collection!

The paintings can be seen:
Tuesdays - Saturdays
✨10 AM-5 PM✨

09/20/2024

Join us for First Friday on October 4th for a night full of Art and with special guests, Shanzuo Zhoushi and Dahuang Zhoushi, known as the Zhou Brothers. We will have Open Studios with our resident artists starting at 5 PM; and finishing the night with an exclusive Artist Talk with the Zhou Brothers at 7 PM. ✨LINK IN BIO TO RSVP✨

The Zhou B Art Center Kansas City is honored to welcome the internationally renowned Zhou Brothers for an exclusive Artist Talk. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to listen in on the Zhou Brothers as they discuss their artistic journey, inspirations, and the deep connection between their work and philosophy.The talk will explore their creative evolution, reflecting on a career that has spanned decades, from their origins in China to becoming global art icons based in Chicago.

In addition to the Artist Talk, attendees have the opportunity to participate in an Exclusive Private Tour of the Zhou B Art Center’s rare collection of the Zhou Brothers multiple bodies of work. Walk alongside the Zhou Brothers as they guide you through each brushstroke. The private tour is priced at $50 per person, with only 30 spots available, ensuring an intimate and immersive experience.

Proceeds generated from this event go towards supporting the Zhou B Art Center’s efforts to supporting local artists. Support includes funding exhibitions, professional development, workshops, and more! Every contribution matters and makes an impact to Kansas City’s emerging art community!

Reserve your spot today and join us for this special event! Link in bio!

09/18/2024

SECRETS TO SUCCESS: Chris Dahlquist + Camry Ivory at Zhou B Art Center KC✨

You are invited to join us for a free evening of valuable insights and connections.
Enjoy networking with fellow artists and complimentary food + n.a. drinks. Listen in on a conversation with artists Chris Dahlquist + Camry Ivory as they discuss their financial strategies, business techniques, growth mindsets, and more.

Learn about the ARTcap microloan + free financial coaching program. See and hear a demonstration of Camry Ivory’s groundbreaking invention, the Coloratura, and tour the available studios at Zhou B Art Center KC, which are open to artists of any discipline!

Register with the Link in Bio!✨