Museum

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Johnson County Museum

Explore local history and heritage at the Johnson County Museum through engaging collections, challenging exhibitions and captivating programs. Learn about our history touring the amazing 1950s All-Electric House along with the signature exhibition "Becoming Johnson County." Kids and families love the kid-sized history experience KidScape, and new experiences two to three times a year presented in the changing exhibit gallery. Take advantage of family and adult programs, field trips, out-of-school programs, summer camps and more! Opportunities are offered throughout the year to spark a sense of place and life-long learning for all ages. Consider becoming a museum member to take advantage of all the museum has to offer!

Expanding Oz at the Johnson County Museum

Opens June 1st

"The Wizard of Oz" has become one of world’s most loved stories. Come explore what you don't know in the latest exhibition, "Expanding Oz", at the Johnson County Museum. See one-of-a-kind Oz memorabilia from original books to stage productions and pop culture. And it think it all started with one book, written by L. Frank Baum in 1900! Open regular museum hours and museum admission admission rates apply: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $3 children. As always, museum members are free!

A Blue Star Museum

The Johnson County Museum is a Blue Star Museum again in 2019! Active Military Families can visit the Johnson County Museum for free from Memorial Day through Labor Day! Up to 5 people can enjoy a free visit as part of this initiative, a partnership with Blue Star Families, the National Endowment for the Arts, the Department of Defense. Over 2,000 museums across the nation participate, so get out and explore this summer! To learn more details, visit Blue Star Museums.

Visit the
Johnson County Museum