Discover the Cultural side of Kirksville through music, visual arts and theater. Experience a wide variety of fine arts offered by the musical, theatre, and artistic groups through the community and universities.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cultural Attractions

 

Kirksville Arts Association

117 South Franklin
Kirksville, MO
660-665-0500
The Kirksville Arts Association is open Wednesday-Sunday and hosts month-long exhibits in their gallery. The Arts Association provides art classes and art programs for the community and hosts the annual Red Barn Arts and Crafts Festival each fall and a “Summer on the Square” concert each Friday during the Summer months.

  Curtain Call Theatre

  Curtian Call Theatre is a troupe of local actors who perform high quality theatrical performances such as plays and musicals throughout the year. Check their website for schedules of their upcoming shows!

 

Truman State University Art Gallery

100 E. Normal Street
Kirksville, MO
660-785-5386

The University Art Gallery is located on the ground floor of the Ophelia Parrish Building at Truman State University. The gallery is open to the public Monday-Friday during the academic year with various shows by students and professional artists throughout the year.

 

 Kohlenberg Lyceum Series at Truman State  University

Public Relations Office
660-785-4016

This lyceum series is responsible for bringing world class performances to the Kirksville area. Past performances have included percussion groups, theatrical plays and musicals, brass concerts and more. Check back often to see their performance schedules.

 

Truman State University Music Performances

Music Department
660-785-4417

Truman State University offers a wide variety of musical performances to the public. Talented students, faculty, and guest musicians make the free concerts offered by the University a treat.

 

Community Music Performances

117 South Franklin
Kirksville, MO
660-665-0500

Kirksville has a rich community music scene. The local Community Band, Orchestra, and Choir put on performances throughout the year. Kirksville is a great place to both enjoy and exhibit your musical talent. Schedules and information can be found through the Kirksville Arts Association.

 Truman Observatory

University Farm, Boundary Street
Kirksville, MO
660-785-4594

The Truman State University Observatory is housed on the University Farm and provides the opportunity to explore the skies. The Observatory is open to the public on select dates throughout the sememster. Visit their website for a complete schedule.