The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures

Join artist-in-resident LaDonna Victoriano (Pueblo of Acoma), featured artist in Native Arts in Miniature, for a hands-on workshop exploring clay, culture, storytelling, and small-scale making. About the Artist LaDonna Victoriano (Pueblo of Acoma) is a ceramic artist inspired by, and working with, traditional elements that incorporate contemporary innovations. The pottery that she makes comes from clay that she and her family gather in the mountains of their reservation. She also uses the shar

Bring the whole family to Free Days at the Museum. Occurring on every second Sunday of the month, Free Days provide greater access to The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures’ vast and awe-inspiring collections for visitors near and far. All attendees are welcome to explore the Museum at no charge. Cost: Free (Reserve your tickets below). Reserve Your Tickets The Coleman House, the Museum's largest dollhouse at over nine feet tall, will be opening its doors for

Calling all night owls! The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures has evening hours for Twilight at T/m. Occurring every third Thursday from June through August, visitors can spend summer nights in the galleries experiencing the wonder of toys and fine-scale miniatures. Tell a friend and mark your calendars. Time: 10AM–8PM Cost: $12 (General Admission) Buy Tickets

Make Music Day in Kansas City is part of a global event that aims to strengthen social and cultural ties, elevate the profile of our city, and support amateur and professional musicians and educators on the longest day of the year! Enjoy a performance by the Barton Street Band on Sunday, June 21, 11AM-12PM, at The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures. The performance is free with Museum admission. The Barton Street Band have been making noise together since 2016—back when they

Join multimedia artist Coti Meier for a unique collage-making workshop for teens exploring storytelling, humor, and found materials. Art of the Imagination: Teen Workshop is an opportunity for youth, ages 13-18, to learn technique and process from a working artist, using the collection of The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures for inspiration. Participants will create a story by creating a two-dimensional collage made from found materials to explore storytelling and free expression. Abou

Discover the Museum’s extensive international collection and create your own miniature soccer stadium in celebration of the upcoming matches! Admission to the Museum and this family-friendly, drop-in event is free for all with a Johnson County Library card. This event is open to all other visitors to the Museum with paid admission.

Story Connections is a program for those experiencing memory loss and their caregivers. This specially designed program will create a meaningful museum experience that ignites conversation inspired by the collection between participants and facilitators, and provides community support for this audience. Participants will experience a 30-minute, object-based tour and discussion in the gallery, followed by refreshments and further conversation with a hands-on focus in the Museum’s education spa

Put your paws to work during this playful, animal-themed art workshop for 1st and 2nd graders at The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures! Incoming 1st and 2nd grade students are invited to join local artist Amanda O’Shaughnessy from Studio Art Club to create a “Mix and Match Menagerie” animal art project. After exploring the Museum’s galleries for animal inspiration, participants create a playful art piece that doubles as a game! All skills welcome. Registration includes all art project

Bring the whole family to Free Days at the Museum. Occurring on every second Sunday of the month, Free Days provide greater access to The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures’ vast and awe-inspiring collections for visitors near and far. All attendees are welcome to explore the Museum at no charge. Cost: Free (Reserve your tickets below). Reserve Your Tickets The Coleman House, the Museum's largest dollhouse at over nine feet tall, will be opening its doors for

In Art of the Imagination Summer Camp: Storybook Summer, campers are invited to experience a week full of art, storytelling, and discovery! Highlights include: Explore two unique collections in the Museum galleries Learn techniques from local artists Create art with various mediums Build self-confidence and teamwork skills through a group art project Registration includes a camp t-shirt, a daily snack, art project supplies, and lots of FUN! Ages: 3rd-6th grade (as of Fal

Calling all night owls! The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures has evening hours for Twilight at T/m. Occurring every third Thursday from June through August, visitors can spend summer nights in the galleries experiencing the wonder of toys and fine-scale miniatures. Tell a friend and mark your calendars. Time: 10AM–8PM Cost: $12 (General Admission) Buy Tickets

Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary by exploring the Museum’s optical toy collection! Visitors are invited for this hands-on experience to create their own paper View-Master and engage with historic optical toys from the interactive education collection. Admission to the Museum and this family-friendly, drop-in event is free for all with a Mid-Continent Public Library card. This event is open to all other visitors to the Museum with paid admission.

Bring the whole family to Free Days at the Museum. Occurring on every second Sunday of the month, Free Days provide greater access to The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures’ vast and awe-inspiring collections for visitors near and far. All attendees are welcome to explore the Museum at no charge. Cost: Free (Reserve your tickets below). Reserve Your Tickets The Coleman House, the Museum's largest dollhouse at over nine feet tall, will be opening its doors for

Calling all night owls! The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures has evening hours for Twilight at T/m. Occurring every third Thursday from June through August, visitors can spend summer nights in the galleries experiencing the wonder of toys and fine-scale miniatures. Tell a friend and mark your calendars. Time: 10AM–8PM Cost: $12 (General Admission) Buy Tickets

Story Connections is a program for those experiencing memory loss and their caregivers. This specially designed program will create a meaningful museum experience that ignites conversation inspired by the collection between participants and facilitators, and provides community support for this audience. Participants will experience a 30-minute, object-based tour and discussion in the gallery, followed by refreshments and further conversation with a hands-on focus in the Museum’s education spa

Bring the whole family to Free Days at the Museum. Occurring on every second Sunday of the month, Free Days provide greater access to The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures’ vast and awe-inspiring collections for visitors near and far. All attendees are welcome to explore the Museum at no charge. Cost: Free (Reserve your tickets below). Reserve Your Tickets The Coleman House, the Museum's largest dollhouse at over nine feet tall, will be opening its doors for

Story Connections is a program for those experiencing memory loss and their caregivers. This specially designed program will create a meaningful museum experience that ignites conversation inspired by the collection between participants and facilitators, and provides community support for this audience. Participants will experience a 30-minute, object-based tour and discussion in the gallery, followed by refreshments and further conversation with a hands-on focus in the Museum’s education spa

Experience the timeless beauty of Paredes’ music in an intimate performance at The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures, featuring cellist Ezgi Karakus and Beau Bledsoe of Ensemble Ibérica on Portuguese guitar. Revered as one of Portugal’s greatest guitarists and most influential composers, Paredes crafted works of profound lyricism, emotional depth, and intricate artistry. Ezgi and Beau bring these pieces to life with sensitivity and expressive power, weaving the warm resonance of the cello w

Bring the whole family to Free Days at the Museum. Occurring on every second Sunday of the month, Free Days provide greater access to The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures’ vast and awe-inspiring collections for visitors near and far. All attendees are welcome to explore the Museum at no charge. Cost: Free (Reserve your tickets below). Reserve Your Tickets The Coleman House, the Museum's largest dollhouse at over nine feet tall, will be opening its doors for

Story Connections is a program for those experiencing memory loss and their caregivers. This specially designed program will create a meaningful museum experience that ignites conversation inspired by the collection between participants and facilitators, and provides community support for this audience. Participants will experience a 30-minute, object-based tour and discussion in the gallery, followed by refreshments and further conversation with a hands-on focus in the Museum’s education spa