Gallery
Mattie Rhodes Art Gallery was established in 1999 to provide emerging and established Latino artists a venue in which to display their art work, as well as a place for the community to celebrate and learn about Latino culture through visual arts.
Mattie Rhodes Art Gallery continues to invite all artists to exhibit works that explore themes important to the Latino culture. We strive to educate the public about the importance of Latinos visual arts and bring together many cultures within our community.
A Unique Space
An accessible and comfortable setting welcomes children and adults. All exhibits are open and free to the public. The family-friendly gallery is available for private parties and group fieldtrips.
Mattie Rhodes Art Gallery is a great location for birthday parties, showers, and social events. Gallery tours and hands-on cultural art activities are available upon request to enhance your experience.
First Fridays
Mattie Rhodes Art Gallery is a premiere Latino arts and cultural institution that features the work of local, national and international artists. Artist receptions are held most First Fridays of the month beginning at 6:00pm, including refreshments, music and other entertainment. Click here for a list of upcoming exhibits.
Classes and Workshops
Special classes and cultural workshops that compliment the current art exhibits are offered throughout the year. Click here for more information.
Educational Fieldtrips
Mattie Rhodes Art Gallery is a wonderful place to bring community and school groups for a unique cultural experience. Fieldtrips include exhibit tours and/or a hands-on art activity for a minimum of 10 and maximum of 60 people. The cost ranges from $3.00 to $7.00 per person based on activities. Reservations required. Click here for more information.
Teacher In-Services
In-Services are available for groups of teachers. An in-services includes a tour of our current exhibit, an informational handout, sample lesson plans and a hands-on activity. Click here for more information.
Gallery Outreach Program
Would you like to integrate cultural arts into your curriculum? Our Gallery Outreach Program could be the answer. We offer two and three day artist residences with projects that can complement your social studies or foreign language curriculum featuring pieces from the Hand-in-Hand Folk Art Collection. Click here for more information.
Gift Shop
Located within the gallery, the Mariposa Gift Shop features unique items imported from Latin America and handmade pieces by local and national artists. Inventory rotates frequently based on exhibit themes.
Gallery Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 10am – 5pm
Location and Contact Information:
Erin Beier, Gallery Curator
919 W. 17th Street
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 581-5631
Email: ebeier@mattierhodes.org