INSIDER ACCESS TO THE ARTS IN AMERICA’S HEARTLAND

Join fellow art and culture enthusiasts on an exclusive Members-only trip September 21-25 to America’s heartland. A small group will experience the world-class art, stunning landscapes, and fantastic architecture found in Bentonville, Arkansas and Kansas City, Missouri.

The journey begins at the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, which features works by leading artists from the colonial era to present day. The architecturally-elegant building, designed by renowned architect Moshe Safdie, unites the beauty of nature and the power of art. Christopher Jones, Assistant Curator of Exhibitions at The Ringling, will accompany the group on a private tour of the museum and grounds.

After a day spent touring the museum and grounds, guests will travel on to Kansas City. The morning of September 23rd begins with a tour of the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, which is internationally recognized as one of the finest general art museums in the country, boasting a collection of more than 35,000 works. The day continues at the Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art where guests will have a chance to view a premier collection of emerging and established artists.

The last full day includes a visit to the Kauffmann Center for the Performing Arts. The afternoon is spent at leisure, though options abound, including the Plaza Art Fair. Now in its 85th year, the fair showcases more than 200 artists and designers from across the country and has become a top-ranked art event.

Before returning home, guests will visit the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, where they will be greeted by Louise Bourgeois’ 11-foot sculpture of a spider. Inside the museum, more iconic examples of modern and contemporary work await. The final venue is the house and studio of Thomas Hart Benton, whose artwork will have been seen in several museums during the trip.

You will not want to miss this exciting trip, providing insider access to numerous culturally-significant institutions. To keep the group intimate and provide the highest level of service, space is limited.

RESERVATIONS

212.514.8921 or trips@arrangementsabroad.com

MEMBERS WILL EXPERIENCE NOT ONLY THE BEST IN THE ARTS BUT ALSO IN LODGING AND DINING.

Accommodations in Bentonville are at the 21c Museum Hotel, which was named one of the best hotels in the country by Condé Nast Traveler. Members will be treated to a special lunch at Crystal Bridges’ critically-acclaimed Eleven.

In Kansas City guests will stay at The Raphael, voted one of the best hotels in the world by readers of Travel & Leisure, who also proclaimed Kansas City to be the third best city in the country for foodies.