KCAA Meet-Up At the Nelson-Atkins

Could we persuade you to come on a miniature[s] adventure with KCAA at the Nelson-Atkins? Join us beginning at 4:30 for an evening of archives, exhibits, film, and sips and snacks on Friday, July 11, at the Nelson-Atkins.

We'll start in the Spencer Art Reference Library (2nd floor, Bloch Building) to see the archives exhibit "The Starr Collection: A Legacy in Miniature," which tells the story of how this singular collection of portrait miniatures, the gift of John and Martha Starr, came to be at the Nelson-Atkins, and features 19th century manuscripts associated with the family of English portrait miniaturist John Smart (1741-1811). Also in the library, "Setting the Scene," presents books from the library’s Special Collections that provide a brief tour of fashion, style, and architecture from the Georgian period, when Smart was active, and reflects the world he and his sitters inhabited.

These library and archives displays are companions to the exhibit "John Smart: Virtuoso in Miniature," (Gallery 128), which will be our next stop. This free exhibit showcases the museum's collection of John Smart’s art and includes a signed and dated example from nearly every year the artist worked, making it the largest, most comprehensive collection of his portraits in existence. The miniatures are part of the Starr Collection of Portrait Miniatures.

After sips, snacks, and socializing in Bloch Lobby (some light fare provided, drinks and additional food available to order), stay to watch the 1995 film adaptation of Jane Austen's novel Persuasion (tickets $13 or $10 for members, buy your own ticket, suggest booking ahead).

What to Expect:

4:30-5:15, exhibits in Spencer Art Reference Library (Bloch Building, 2nd floor)

5:15-5:45, "John Smart: Virtuoso in Miniature" (Gallery 128, self-guided)

5:45-6:45, happy hour (Bloch Lobby)

7:00-9:00, Persuasion, Tivoli at Atkins Auditorium

Logistics:

Come for all or part! Guests welcome!

• To help with planning, please RSVP by EOD July 9.

• Meet at 4:30 in Spencer Art Reference Library (2nd floor, Bloch Building—most direct route is the elevator by the museum store if entering from the garage or the coffee shop if entering from the northside plaza).

• Parking: $14/car in the garage for public, free for members. Free parking on Oak St. or the lot on the north side at the corner of Rockhill and E. 45th. (across from the Bloch Building).

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KCAA is Seeking Committee Leaders and Members

Becoming active with KCAA is a great way to meet other archivists and learn more about the profession. Committee chairs and officers will have the chance to build leadership skills as well as advance the mission of the organization. KCAA depends on member volunteers and cannot operate without you. Please consider volunteering for the following openings:

Junior Co-Chair

The co-chairs are responsible for planning, directing and coordinating the affairs of the organization, with guidance from the membership, and shall preside at all business meetings of the organization. The co-chairs are also responsible for notifying members of meetings. The junior co-chair shall be elected for a two-year term for each position held, serving as junior co-chair/vice-president for two years and senior co-chair/president for two years consecutively.

Secretary

The Secretary is responsible for maintaining the records of the organization. They also keep minutes of all meetings of KCAA. The Secretary serves as the official representative for all business filings required for the organization.

Events Committee Chair

The Events Committee Chair leads KCAA’s efforts to plan and host educational and social events for members. Past events include the Fall Symposium, happy hours, and tours.

Website Admin

The Website Administrator is responsible for updating the organizations website. They will work with the officers of the organization to prioritize what information should be highlighted online.