Five Free Museums to Visit in Kansas City
Summer is here but that doesn’t mean the learning has to end! Take the kids and visit one of these FREE museums in KC.
- The Historical Society of Lee's Summit & Museum (220 SW Main St., Lee’s Summit, MO). Artifacts dating back to the 1890s tell the history of Lee’s Summit from the old settlers to the city’s most prominent and famous citizens. Spend a bit of time learning about Lee’s Summit’s history, then visit Downtown Lee’s Summit where you can enjoy a variety of shops, restaurants and local businesses.
- Federal Reserve Bank & Money Museum (1 Memorial Dr., Kansas City, MO). Tour Kansas City’s Federal Reserve Bank and learn about the U.S. monetary system. Children can make their own money and leave with a souvenir bag of shredded cash.
- Hallmark Visitors Center (2450 Grand Blvd., Kansas City, MO). Discover the story of Hallmark from humble beginnings in 1910 to the growth of this world-famous company. Interactive displays and intriguing exhibits fascinate. Kids love pressing a button and watching as gift bows are manufactured, producing the perfect free souvenir from your visit.
- Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art (4525 Oak, Kansas City, MO). Discover masterpieces in the galleries, spend quality time together at a festival or drop in for a family weekend art activity. This summer, enjoy miniature golf on the lawn and take a stroll through Sculpture Park.
- The Wyandotte County Historical Museum and Archives (631 N. 126th St., Bonner Springs). The museum features Native American collections, interactive pioneer exhibits, county history and a 1905 KCK steam pumper fire engine.