Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art

The Nerman Museum is a contemporary art museum in Overland Park featuring eleven galleries that display paintings, photographs, sculptures, and digital media. The building uses limestone cladding and contains educational spaces including classrooms and an auditorium for public programming.

The museum opened in 2007 following a major gift from Jerry and Margaret Nerman in 2003, with funding and support from Johnson County Community College. This founding established a new center for contemporary art in the region.

The museum features work by regional and international artists with particular focus on Native American art, Latino art, and contemporary photography. These collection strengths shape how the institution makes diverse artistic voices from different communities visible to visitors.

Admission is free and the museum is open Tuesday through Sunday for visitors of all backgrounds. The Bloomberg Connects digital guide is available to enhance your visit, and the building includes educational spaces suitable for different types of public programs.

The entrance features a striking cantilever design that frames an atrium space filled with white light. Artist Leo Villareal created this effect using approximately 60,000 LED lights, turning the arrival experience into a memorable visual encounter.