Our Summer & Fall Farmers Market is BACK! Whether you’re stocking up on fresh, locally grown produce, hunting for handcrafted goods, or just looking for a reason to get outside, the Independence Farmers Market is THE place to be! What to Expect: 🍅 Farm-fresh fruits & vegetables straight from local growers 🍯 Artisan goods including […]
Enjoy the sights and smells of history in the making! See live demonstrations of hearth cooking, as well as food preservation and preparation techniques from the early 1800s. Walk through our heirloom garden on one of our garden tours to see how fruits and vegetables have changed over time. Learn how the soldiers and civilians […]
Enjoy the sights and smells of history in the making! See live demonstrations of hearth cooking, as well as food preservation and preparation techniques from the early 1800s. Walk through our heirloom garden on one of our garden tours to see how fruits and vegetables have changed over time. Learn how the soldiers and civilians […]
The whole family will enjoy this flexible Storytime. Hearing stories is a great way to spend time with your kids and help them foster a love of reading. Stories, songs, fingerplays and movement activities foster pre-reading skills. Fun for the whole family. Space is limited. Pick up a free ticket at the Questions Desk when […]
Join our woodland animals for an enchanted tea party at the nature center! Wear your favorite princess dress, fairy outfit, or whatever makes you feel magical! We will provide the enchanted animals, cookies, tea, and other yummy snacks.
Join us for one of our coolest traditions—Penguin March at Helzberg Penguin Plaza! Watch as these charismatic penguins waddle, explore, and parade through the plaza while enjoying the fresh outdoor air and engaging with their animal care team. It’s a delightful opportunity to see these fan favorites up close and learn more about their behaviors, personalities, […]
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...
Saturday, May 16, 2026 1:00 PM 4:00 PM Celebrate World Bee Day at SciFun Saturday! On May 16th, children of all ages are invited to join us from 1–4 PM at the Museum at Prairiefire for a fun, hands-on experience making their very own earth beads at a come-and-go craft table. This free event is the perfect […]
Step back in time and savor the sweet tradition of gathering for ice cream and live music. Join us at the replica bandstand (gazebo) — where early Lenexans once came together for cool treats and toe-tapping tunes. We'll have a variety of ice cream flavors to choose from. Hosted by the Legler Barn Museum & Depot, this event […]
Step back in time and savor the sweet tradition of gathering for ice cream and live music. Join us at the replica bandstand (gazebo) — where early Lenexans once came together for cool treats and toe-tapping tunes. Blue Bell Creameries will provide a variety of ice cream flavors to choose from and Rick McClellan will serve up […]
We are excited to host this End of School Community Event!! Join us for this annual event hosted by our Kid City ministry. There will be bounce houses, food, face painting, yard games, Sno Cone truck and more! We will have some community partners at this event as well including: Advent Hospital, Happy Feet, The […]
Stems is a spring-forward celebration bursting with flowers, flavor, music, and community. Held at the beautiful Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, this all-inclusive event features culinary tastings from dozens of top local restaurants, live music, fine art exhibits, festive experiences and entertainment, and a spectacular fireworks finale. Each ticket includes a complimentary hand-painted souvenir […]