Founded at Rockhurst University in 1989, The Center for Arts and Letters serves as an organizational hub and central resource for arts and humanities programming on campus.

The mission of the Center for Arts and Letters is deepen an appreciation for and engagement with arts and humanities content by fostering, organizing, and supporting varied programs including lectures, readings, book discussions, exhibitions, and performances.

This spring semester, Center for Arts and Letters programming will be offered in person and select events may have virtual options you can take part in from the comfort of home. You must register in advance for each event listed below in order to reserve a space either in person or to obtain virtual access.

Please note that masks are mandatory for all in-person audience members at Center for Arts and Letters events regardless of vaccination status. Due to the evolving nature of COVID-19, event details are also subject to change to protect our community’s health. Registered participants will be notified of any event updates. Updates about event status will be posted here.

 Questions? Please call 816-501-4607.