In celebration of a new generation of artists and designers earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the Kansas City Art Institute, the Artspace and KCAI Gallery are pleased to present the 2025 Annual BFA Exhibition. This 25th anniversary celebration of the BFA exhibition at the Artspace and KCAI Gallery opens to the public on Saturday, April 19, from 12-5 p.m., and it will remain on view through May 17, 2025.

Featuring recent work by over 100 artists majoring in Animation, Art History, Ceramics, Creative Writing, Fiber, Filmmaking, Graphic Design, Illustration, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, Product Design, and Sculpture, with minors in Asian Studies, Entrepreneurial Studies, Social Practice, and Sound, this annual exhibition provides many of these artists with their first public exhibition opportunity while also representing the culmination of their BFA degree program.

The 2025 Annual BFA Exhibition is co-hosted by the Artspace and the KCAI Gallery, and both venues are free and open to the public. Visitors do not need reservations, however, please note the difference in gallery hours at each venue when planning your visit.

Experience the vibrant energy of a new generation of artists. The Artspace and KCAI Gallery proudly present the 2025 Annual BFA Exhibition featuring the incredible work of this year's Bachelor of Fine Arts graduates from the Kansas City Art Institute.

Artspace

16 East 43rd Street
Hours: Wednesday through Saturday, 12-5 p.m.

KCAI Gallery

4415 Warwick Boulevard
Hours: Thursday through Sunday, 12-5 p.m.

The 2025 Annual BFA Exhibition is organized for the Kansas City Art Institute by 2025 BFA Guest Curators Amy Kligman and Eric Dodson. Special thanks as well to the KCAI President’s Office, Visiting Artist Working Group, and the Professional Practice Center for their support of the 2025 BFA Awards.

2025 BFA Award Jurors

Roberto Lugo (‘12 Ceramics), visual artist, Philadelphia, PA

Jessica Hong, Chief Curator, Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, Kansas City, MO