Shoal Creek Living History Museum, which started in 1975, is nestled quietly on 80 acres out of the 1,000 acres that makes up Hodge Park. The museum has twenty-one structures including seventeen authentic log cabins and homes, relocated from surrounding counties, dating from 1807-1885 to create a village setting. The g...
Established in 2011, The Swing is The Midwest’s celebration of the handmade movement, striving to showcase the highest quality goods in an inclusive & accessible environment. Entrepreneurship & community thrive in our ecosystem. Our network of markets and pop-ups allows communities to gather & share in local culture, provid...
Welcome to The Museum of Kansas City. We are a city museum that embraces the humanities to explore the past, present, and future of Kansas City. The Museum is committed to weaving together vibrant stories, perspectives, and voices into evolving collections, exhibitions, and programs that elevate our shared history, cultural...
Check out the story of a Kansas City bank-turned-community-treasure by touring the historic Central Library. Visitors can enjoy movies in the old bank’s vault, see a variety of traveling exhibits, enjoy lunch at the full-service café or take advantage of the library’s free WiFi. Others can simply take advantage of the ci...
Since 2000, the Belger Arts Center (2100 Walnut St., Kansas City, MO) has encouraged viewers to explore, question, and deepen their understanding of art and of the world around them. Drawing upon the extensive Belger Collection, as well as a rich variety of local, national, and international artists, the Belger Arts Center ...
You are invited to discover some of the 34,500 pieces in the collection of The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. From ceramic objects found in ancient Chinese tombs to whimsical sculptures of badminton birdies, the Nelson-Atkins collection spans over 5,000 years of humanity. The Nelson-Atkins aspires to create a glorious env...
Visit the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City’s Money Museum; a billion dollar experience! Free and open to the public, the Money Museum offers guests the opportunity to watch millions of dollars in currency be processed, lift a gold bar worth nearly $400,000 and enjoy fun, interactive exhibits while learning about the econ...
The Midwest Genealogy Center is part of the Mid-Continent Public Library system and a nationally recognized destination for family historians. Conveniently located a few minutes north of I-70 in Independence, MO and just 15 minutes east of downtown Kansas City, MGC provides outstanding genealogy resources to visitors from a...
Permanent exhibits in three 19th century buildings include Native American and St. Philippine Duchesne Shrine artifacts, history of Miami County ghost towns and artifacts of early settlements. Local and seasonal exhibits are changed monthly. Gift shop and area publications. I-35 South to Exit 215.
Built in 1869, the school is on the National Register of Historic Places. Call about year-round special events. Youth programs include tours, classes and hands-on activities. Meet a costumed schoolteacher. Dip a pen in an ink well and practice your penmanship. Cipher math problems on a slate using a slate pencil. Partic...