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 […]
Native Arts in Miniature explores diverse tribal traditions, family heritage, and creative innovations expressed by Native American artists working in miniature. Video interviews and written interpretation highlight artists’ voices discussing […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 Berlin Wall. A World Divided. combines multiple perspectives and experiences through a unique collection of artifacts, media and diverse testimonies. The exhibition traces the origins and rise of the Cold […]
Create a beautiful harvest-themed arrangement with provided materials.
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 […]
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 […]
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: […]
Follow museum historians to surprise drink stops while exploring Prohibition-era stories; registration required.
Lenexa Rec Center; Old Town Activity Center A fun open gym where young children can play with balls, tunnels and other age-appropriate equipment. Price is $3 per person (including guardians).Free […]
Run, ride and play while making new friends. The Lenexa Rec Center and the Lenexa Old Town Activity Center open their gyms for kids ages 5 and under from 9 a.m. to […]
Interactive playtime with slides and tunnels for kids ages 9 months–6 years. $5. Register at OlatheKS.org Every Wednesday, from Oct.-March when school is in session, space is provided for gross […]
Bring your littles for a walk through Ironwoods Park, nature-themed story time, and "meet" a different animal every week. No registration required!
Wednesdays & Fridays - 10:30-11:15 Each week listen to a read aloud in the Goodnight Moon Room at The Rabbit hOle followed by a themed craft. Recommended ages 3-7
Happening every Wednesday! These sessions are designed for moms (or dads) to get work done while their kids play. Kids will play in the enclosed play area with a staff […]
A place to eat, have conversation and let kids be kids. While the Lenexa Public Market is a family-friendly location every day of the week, Wednesdays are Family Night from […]
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, following a mile-long path filled with the excitement of discovery and the thrill of uncovering long-lost riches. Along the way, visitors will encounter scenes inspired […]
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 […]
