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Interactive: See where these artworks will be located in the new KCI airport terminal

“Sky Prairie” is the title of the artwork by artist Jill Anholt will be located on the Arrivals Roadway Underpass. She drew her inspiration for the work from the unique natural landscape of Kansas City — the rolling hills and stunning grasses that cover them in hues of gold and orange.
“Sky Prairie” is the title of the artwork by artist Jill Anholt will be located on the Arrivals Roadway Underpass. She drew her inspiration for the work from the unique natural landscape of Kansas City — the rolling hills and stunning grasses that cover them in hues of gold and orange. Rendering courtesy of Jill Anholt

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New KCI terminal will have city’s largest public art project

The pieces, selected from among more than 1,900 submissions, are meant to represent Kansas City and its history. The goal: to make the airport feel like the living room of Kansas City.


When the new terminal at Kansas City International Airport opens next year, it will be home to 28 commissioned pieces of public art.

From “Ornithology,” a sculpture inspired by birds and saxophones, to “Riff/Lift” a multi-story representation of jazz and aviation, this map shows where you can expect to see nine of the most striking pieces. The other artworks will be located in the departure lounges in Concourses A and B.

Click on the the interactive graphic to explore the artwork that will be installed in the terminal.

This story was originally published April 27, 2022 at 5:00 AM.

Neil Nakahodo
The Kansas City Star
Neil Nakahodo is a graphic artist at The Kansas City Star. He’s been with the company for over 20 years, producing illustrations, graphics and videos.
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New KCI terminal will have city’s largest public art project

The pieces, selected from among more than 1,900 submissions, are meant to represent Kansas City and its history. The goal: to make the airport feel like the living room of Kansas City.