The Kansas City Art Institute, the Emily & Todd Voth Artspace, and KCAI Gallery are pleased to present the 2026 Annual BFA Exhibition. This exhibition at the Artspace and KCAI Gallery opens to the public on Saturday, April 18, from 12–5 p.m. and will remain on view through May 16, 2026.

Featuring recent work by 123 graduates 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 2026 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.

Upcoming Public Engagement

Opening Day
Saturday, April 18, 12-5 p.m.

T.N.T. (The Noon Thing)
April 24, 12–1 p.m., KCAI Gallery
May 1, 12–1 p.m., Artspace
May 8, 12–1 p.m., Artspace

BFA Open House, KCAI End of Semester Exhibition
May 8, 5–8 p.m., both venues

2026 BFA Art History & Creative Writing Compendium
May 15, 4–5 p.m., Vanderslice Hall, Marburg + Charlotte Reception Rooms