The Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art’s annual block party returns Aug. 20

The last Kemper Museum Block Party was held in 2019. // Courtesy Kenny Johnson

The Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art’s annual block party is set to take place on Saturday, Aug. 20 and will feature music, car clubs, food trucks, a cash bar, an outdoor movie screening, and art activities from 6-10:30 p.m. 

The block party also celebrates Hispanic and Latinx artists with the Atrium Project. This year, Miami-based artist Pepe Mar was commissioned for the 7th annual installation, entitled “Pepe Mar: Rising Sun.” 

The work was inspired by Hans Hofmann’s “Rising Sun,” which is a part of the museum’s permanent collection. 

DJs Joe The Mad Scientist and Ice Kole will be performing from 6-8:30 p.m., after which the movie (title to be announced) will begin. 

Admission, programs, and museum parking are free.