Events & Programs

The Klein Collection has grown over the course of more than 40 years with the goal of educating, informing and inspiring Jewish life through our people’s rich history and culture.

Klein Collection Programming

Are you ready to embrace a unique learning experience? The Michael Klein Collection offers pre-programmed and tailored hands-on learning events. For each event, we thoughtfully select each piece to add depth and meaning to the topic at hand.

Subject matter ideas are developed around group interests and age category. Our tours and events may focus on a single historic event, a period of history, a geographic area, life and culture or a Jewish holiday.

Thanks to the generosity of our founding supporters, all virtual and in-person tours and programs are free of charge, and are open to the community.

Speaking Engagements

Bring the Klein Collection to your organization or interest group meeting! We offer presentations held at your location, for large groups or small. 

Be a Collection Volunteer

There are lots of ways to help with the Klein Collection, from hands-on collection work to developing new programming. We are seeking volunteers with varied skill sets and a passion to learn more about the collection! Contact Abby for more information on becoming a Klein Collection Volunteer.

Upcoming Events

Let It Cook: The (Jewish) Origins of the Crock-Pot

Let It Cook: The (Jewish) Origins of the Crock-Pot

October 26, 2025    
9:30 am
A Jewish tradition inspired the slow cooker revolution! Join Kathy Moore and Roxanne Wyss of Plugged Into Cooking to learn about the early days of [...]
Hanukkah Bazaar

Hanukkah Bazaar

November 9, 2025    
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Coming this November: A Hanukkah holiday market! Artists, crafters and makers are invited to operate a booth to offer your goods to the Kansas City [...]
Klein Collection Learning Group

Klein Collection Learning Group

November 12, 2025    
11:30 am
​A monthly, informal learning session on topics represented by objects in the Klein Collection. Register here.
Klein Collection Learning Group

Klein Collection Learning Group

December 10, 2025    
11:30 am
​A monthly, informal learning session on topics represented by objects in the Klein Collection. Register here.
Klein Collection Learning Group with Rabbi Steve Burnstein

Klein Collection Learning Group with Rabbi Steve Burnstein

January 14, 2026    
11:30 am
​A monthly, informal learning session on topics represented by objects in the Klein Collection. Register here.
Klein Collection Learning Group

Klein Collection Learning Group

February 11, 2026    
11:30 am
​A monthly, informal learning session on topics represented by objects in the Klein Collection. Register here.
Klein Collection Learning Group

Klein Collection Learning Group

April 15, 2026    
11:30 am
​A monthly, informal learning session on topics represented by objects in the Klein Collection. Register here.
Klein Collection Learning Group

Klein Collection Learning Group

May 13, 2026    
11:30 am
​A monthly, informal learning session on topics represented by objects in the Klein Collection. Register here.