Democracy isn’t only written in founding documents or decided at the ballot box — it’s lived every day. For 250 years, people across the United States have claimed, challenged, and redefined democratic ideals through their choices, voices, and communities. This new exhibition explores how everyday experiences of Johnson Countians have shaped the meaning of Life, […]
FROM SANDLOTS TO STADIUMS, FIRST FAMILIES TO YOUR FAMILY, EXPERIENCE AN ALL-NEW, ALL-STAR EXHIBITION CELEBRATING THE SPORTING SPIRIT. As Kansas City welcomes the world for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum invites you to explore United We Play: Kicking It with the Trumans—a new exhibition showcasing the power of sports […]
WASHED ASHORE: ART TO SAVE THE SEA TRAVELING EXHIBIT IN TOPEKA, KANSAS From May through September 2026, the Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center, in collaboration with the Topeka Rotary Club, will bring the internationally recognized Washed Ashore® exhibit to Topeka. This powerful outdoor exhibit features six monumental sculptures of ocean animals, all created from discarded […]
June 12, 2026 - December 6, 2026 H. Tony and Marti Oppenheimer Gallery; Dean E. Thompson Gallery, First Floor FREE and open to the public Sport and Spectator celebrates the dynamic intersection of the visual arts and sports culture, presenting an array of works that transform sports imagery and equipment such as basketballs, helmets, […]
Create a beautiful harvest-themed arrangement with provided materials.
The first 50 adults each day get a free ticket to the 2026 Renaissance Festival! All guests can enjoy samples of Carolyn’s farm fresh kettle corn and roasted nuts as […]
Celebrate spooky season at Worlds of Fun with Tricks and Treats, a family-friendly daytime Halloween event full of mischievous tricks, tasty treats, and spook-tacular entertainment for all ages. This kid-friendly […]
Experience a brand-new prehistoric passage featuring animatronic dinosaurs and fossils. Learn how hands-on science reveals dinosaurs that once ruled the ancient world. New limited-time exhibit filling nearly 5,000 saft in […]
Step into Europa for a lively Bavarian celebration filled with authentic German food and beverage, toe-tapping music, and family-friendly entertainment. Each day kicks off with a festive Keg Tapping Ceremony […]
Celebrate spooky season at Worlds of Fun with Tricks and Treats, a family-friendly daytime Halloween event full of mischievous tricks, tasty treats, and spook-tacular entertainment for all ages. This kid-friendly […]
We invite participants into the museum an hour before we open to the public in order to provide a quiet and low-stimulating environment where you can enjoy hands-on artmaking activities and art in the galleries. Visual resources, hand fidgets, a low sensory break room and other accommodations will be provided. This is an activity for […]
Embark on a magical journey through Powell Gardens where life-size dragons and magnificent creatures await around every turn. During Dragons and Fantastic Beasts, guests are invited to explore, play, and imagine as they follow clues, complete quests, and discover the wonders of nature through an immersive fairytale adventure. Designed for families and young explorers, this […]
Climb aboard an Old West, mule-drawn wagon for an easy tour of the Independence Square, home of three historic “westward ho” trails. Several historical itineraries are offered. They might include: two Civil War battle sites; the 1859 Jail that held Frank James; the slave-built 1827 courthouse; the home where Bess Truman was born; and Clinton’s […]
As children grow through their elementary years, AWANA helps them not only understand Scripture but also apply biblical truth to their everyday lives and prepare them to follow Christ with confidence. Starting Aug. 19 | Wednesdays | 6:30-8:00 pm Age requirements: 3 years old by Aug. 31st through 5th grade
Experience through music the remarkable true story of 7,000 passengers stranded after the 9/11 attacks.
Follow museum historians to surprise drink stops while exploring Prohibition-era stories; registration required.
Escape to Downtown Blue Springs for the 57th Annual Fall Fun Festival, presented by Saint Luke's East Hospital and the Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce, September 18–20, 2026! This year's theme, The Great Outdoors, celebrates adventure, community, and everything that makes fall in Missouri unforgettable. Spend the weekend exploring more than 200 vendor booths, enjoying […]
The Mind & Body Wellness Fair is a FREE community event bringing together local wellness professionals, healthcare providers, fitness experts, and organizations to help people discover new ways to support […]
Rhea Lana's of Lee's Summit will have over 300 families selling thousands of gently used, HIGH-QUALITY children's clothes, shoes, toys, books, baby equipment, gently used maternity clothes, and much much […]
Rhea Lana's offers families a convenient way to purge their gently used children's items! The perks offered to our consignors are unparalleled. Shoppers love saving hundreds at our uber-organized, one-stop-shopping […]
Create a paper shuttlecock sculpture inspired by badminton while exploring the concept of scale. Using paper and colorful materials, experiment with size to discover how scale changes the way we […]
Every Sunday at 1 PM, their studio transforms into a colorful, glittery, sensory-filled slime paradise! Bring the kids (or your inner kid!) for an afternoon of creativity, unique color combos, […]
Join us in Bloch lobby to create your own time telling tool! Then join us in the galleries to learn how different civilizations approached the concept of time. Visit Museum Guides to explore both historical and modern methods of telling time in a...
Spend your Sunday evenings outdoors with free live music at the Grand Pavilion. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, pack a picnic and enjoy performances by local favorites. The fall […]
GloWild: Hidden Treasure presented by Saint Luke’s returns to illuminate the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium this fall with an all-new theme. Guests will step into a glowing nighttime expedition, […]