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The KCKCC Art Gallery hosts monthly events, such as exhibit receptions, visiting artist lectures and film screenings. The gallery promotes socially captivating art exhibits featuring local and national artists. Discover the latest exhibitions, behind-the-scenes moments, and creative inspiration — follow the Art Gallery on social media (through the links in the side navigation).
Mission
To acquire and display art that educates, inspires, and promotes cultural and ethnic diversity while adding visual aesthetic value to the college community and its stakeholders.
Cost
The gallery is free.
Viewing
Open to the public, students, staff and faculty.
Exhibitions and Events
Exhibit
Exhibit Dates
January 20, 2026 through March 13, 2026
Exhibit Description
"Artistic Radiance" features artist Clarissa Knighten. Beads, bones, wire, and shells are all materials that Knighten uses to make her intricate wearable art pieces. Her jewelry designs have been featured on fashion runways and movie screens, and her wall art has been featured on the Bel-Air television show.
Event
Event Date and Time
Februrary 27, 2026
5 - 7 p.m.
Event Details
The KCKCC Art Gallery presents a reception with artist Clarissa Knighten. Discover the brilliance of wearable art at “Artistic Radiance” — a captivating reception featuring stunning designs that have graced runways and screens. Join us for an evening of creativity and inspiration! This event is free and open to all.
Event
Event Date and Time
Februrary 4, 2026
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Event Location
Lower Jewell
Event Details
The KCKCC Art Gallery and Cultural Enrichment Center presents an artist talk with Angela Bates. Bates is a prominent speaker for Humanities Kansas and an expert on Nicodemus, Kansas, the nation’s first African American town west of the Mississippi. She presents on Nicodemus’s history, African American life after slavery, Black pioneers, and freedom’s legacy, drawing from her deep family ties to the town and her role as Executive Director of the Nicodemus Historical Society. Her presentations, like “Children of the Promised Land,” explore themes of self-determination and the experiences of formerly enslaved people. Bates has a series of children's books called “Adventures of Nicodemus Annie.” This free event is open to all.
Event
Event Date and Time
Februrary 18, 2026
10 - 11 a.m.
Event Location
Art Studio, Main Campus
Event Details
The KCKCC Art Gallery is hosting an artist talk with Clarissa Knighten. Knighten is talking about her journey as an artist, her artwork and to answer questions about her profession. Knighten's exhibition, "Artistic Radiance," can be viewed in the Art Gallery through March 13. Students are encouraged to attend and participate in discussions about this art and its signifance.