For Kids & Families

The Museum offers programs for kids and families to explore art, history, and culture. From Retro Storytime to Kids’ Day Out to summer camps, you’re sure to find something fun at the museum. Visit the calendar links to the right to find your fun!

Kids’ Day Out

Kids in the dance studio

Come have fun when school is out! Discover history through hands-on activities and exploration of KidScape and museum exhibits, play games, and enjoy down time.

Upcoming Dates: 

2021:  12/22, 12/23, 12/27, 12/28, 12/29, 12/30

2022:  1/3, 1/4, 2/4, 2/21, 2/22, 3/11, 3/14, 3/15, 3/16, 3/17, 3/18, 4/15

Fee: $35 per child 

This program is available for ages 6-10. 

Bring a lunch, snacks, and water bottle and dress for the weather - we will go outside if we can. We are open from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., but you may drop off and pick up at any time. Call to register (913) 831-3359. 

For program questions, call the museum at (913) 715-2570.

We require all participants to complete personal information forms for each child that we will keep for the school year. You will receive an email after registration with the form.

Sensory Friendly Days

Come enjoy the Johnson County Museum and KidScape in a comfortable, low-sensory environment. This limited-occupancy session is designed specifically for children with sensory processing differences and Autism Spectrum Disorders, and their families. We welcome visitors of all abilities and museum experience. We also welcome hand fidgets, comfort items, weighted blankets and vests, and mobility devices.

This program is offered in partnership with Britain Development, a program of Advent Health Shawnee Mission. Sensory friendly days are offered monthly on the first Monday of the month (unless closed for a holiday), from 9:00am to 12:00pm. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged. Visit our Sensory-Friendly Monday page for more info.

Museum Birthday Parties

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  1. What a great way to celebrate your child’s special day! Our birthday party package features a private room AND access to our award-winning KidScape play area, where history and fun connect! Bring up to 30 guests to join in the celebration. Here’s what you get when you book your party with us:

    •    90 minutes in our Museum Classroom dedicated just for your group

    •    Up to 3 hours of play time in KidScape

    Party Package: $175.00 

    Parties are available on Saturdays between 9am and 12pm or 1pm and 4pm.

    Call 913-715-2570 to make your reservation!


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