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 […]
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 […]
Feel the heartbeat of your story-loving community. At the Heartland Book Festival, the tales we tell draw us together. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 Mid-Continent Public Library: Woodneath Library Center Mid-Continent Public […]
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: […]
Shawnee Mission Parents as Teachers is hosting a Touch-A-Truck as one of its 2026-27 Group Connection events. Families can check out vehicles up close at the Career & Technical Center. […]
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
Do you have a pre-schooler that just LOVES TO PAINT? Ceramic Cafe offers a fun story and paint time every Friday. We read a book, then the kids get to paint a ceramic item that goes along with the story and finish with a snack.
Mill Creek Activity Center. Toddlers can explore on soft climbing structures, slides and sensory activities. Ages walking to 5 yrs. $6 per child. Available Mondays and Fridays from 11 AM-12 […]
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, […]
Announcing the 2026 Zona Rosa Fall Concerts in the Park! Fridays, 6:30pm – 8:30pm Central Park at Zona Rosa (green space next to Bravo Italian Cucina) Bring a chair, blanket […]
