Leedy-Voulkos Art Center

Home of KC's thriving art

What makes it fun

The Leedy-Voulkos Art Center was founded in 1985 by Jim Leedy with the vision of establishing a permanent and thriving art community in Kansas City. Its mission is to showcase world-class artwork by Kansas City's creative community of painters, sculptors, ceramicists, photographers, designers, printmakers, craftsmen, and others. We provide fascinating exhibitions by worldwide, national, and regional artists, but our primary goal is to encourage students and local artists in order to maintain Kansas City's exceptional creatives.

Google Reviews

4.7

Based on 104 reviews

Pam S.

2 months ago

We attended a First Friday event, and it was great. The whole area was buzzing with people, and there were artists showcasing an impressive range of styles and mediums. Everywhere we turned, there was something new and creative to take in. It made for a really fun night out.

ODELL TALLEY

4 months ago

🤎🎨

Nguyen Dao

6 months ago

Mick Alley

8 months ago

What a great space! Go look and buy if something speaks to you.

Christopher “Buzz” Harsch

9 months ago

Love it! First Friday staple.

Stuart Elliott

12 months ago

I can't tell how good or bad the gallery is because they were closed during hours they claimed to be open.

Anne Lane

12 months ago

I loved seeing all the artists work and creativity. I especially liked the birds display in the Vault. Bill Lane is truly a talent artist.

Ed V

1 year ago

Amy Fallin

1 year ago

Carrie Thomas

1 year ago

Went on the first Friday Gallery walk. Well laid out with places to sit and take in the art.

Lucille H Douglass

2 years ago

Ryan Jordan

2 years ago

Daisy

2 years ago

One of my top favorite art galleries in Kansas City! Jim Leedy legend lives on through his art work and this amazing gallery! Make sure to check out every room and the basement!

Rana Hamdy

2 years ago

Great artwork! A larger gallery than I was expecting. Very friendly and helpful staff.

Ann Dickey

2 years ago

Lots of little galleries in this space. Saw some incredible shows when I went for Firat Friday recently (October 2024). This place has been around for ever, and always a must-see for First Fridays.

Jim Mickens

2 years ago

Some of the most fascinating and intriguing art that I've ever experienced.

Jerree H

3 years ago

Fun Gallery. I was the only one there and was allowed to look at the art at my pace.

Jeff Kirkendoll-Chapman

3 years ago

Ami Ayars

3 years ago

Clarissa Knighten

3 years ago

Dropped off art for a group show in June.

John Raux

4 years ago

Michael Young

4 years ago

Dominique Weismiller

4 years ago

The Art Center was a perfect venue for my dear friends' wedding! The layout is very interesting and open. I also really enjoyed the exhibitions at the time by Dora Agbas and Rena Wood.

Maria Iliakova

5 years ago

Such a fun, eclectic space ranging from large gallery rooms to nooks, crannies, and basements. There were multiple exhibits to see, all quite different from each other. Really enjoyed it!