Free Weekend Fun: Wild Creations Mask-Making
Join us for creative and fun mask-making at the museum. Perfect for children and families, participants will craft their own unique masks, inspired by animals from the collection.
Join us for creative and fun mask-making at the museum. Perfect for children and families, participants will craft their own unique masks, inspired by animals from the collection.
Kansas City is a community of learning!
Join us for Remake Learning Days, where youth and families engage in innovative, hands-on learning activities across our region. A variety of organizations - such as schools, libraries, nonprofits, busi...
The Leawood Police Department is hosting a Kids Fishing Derby for ages 12 and under at Ironwoods Park (14701 Mission Road). Bring the entire family to this fun, FREE event where children can learn to fish in the lake stocked with a variety of fis...

Water is the lifeblood of human civilization, shaping our history, economy, and environment. “Ripples” explores how water has connected us all—past, present, and future.
Refresh your garden this spring with over 200 varieties of locally grown flowers, herbs, and greenery. From annuals and perennials to shrubs, grasses, and edibles, the sale offers something for every garden. Every purchase supports future Arboret...
Join volunteer naturalists for a fantastic journey through forests, streams and other magical places as they read select books.
A 30-minute free program on nature topics will be presented each day. Programs may include a short video, slide show and of course going outdoors to enjoy birds, wildflowers, bugs or a stroll through the park. All ages are welcome. Children under 14
Join us in restoring shoreline habitat at Mary's Lake in the Prairie Park preserve. By removing invasive species and planting beneficial native plants, you'll get to directly participate in local land stewardship work. Learn why healthy shoreline...
Explore the many varied ways to GET OUTDOORS and enjoy nature in Raytown! Visitors are welcome to come, use our equipment and try all of the activities at this year's event for FREE to include: Fishing, rock climbing, birding and more! Free fis...
Join us at Party for the Planet, presented by IKEA Merriam, as we celebrate Mother Earth! Get the party started at the Zoo with our Earth Day activity tables. Make your own native seed bomb, decorate a peat pot, and take the trash test.
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The Missouri Department of Conservation is partnering with Raytown Parks and Recreation to offer this celebration of the outdoors in our community. Activities include live animals, fishing, food trucks, rock climbing, biking, Smokey Bear, birding...
Live animals, fishing, food trucks, outdoor activities, Smokey Bear, birding, and so much more! All for FREE!!