The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures

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Overview

About The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures

Its collections inspire joy, spark nostalgia, and celebrate history through meticulous artwork and cherished toys. Every room highlights a unique global culture. The museum was formerly known as the Toy and Miniature Museum of Kansas City.

Made for

• The toy collection covers dollhouses, games, army men, dolls and video game consoles, spanning roughly 1690 to today.
• The first floor displays artist-made fine-scale miniatures.
• Historical and contemporary toys fill the second floor.
• School field trips can include guided activities, curriculum links, and immersive exhibitions.
• Groups can visit self-guided at special admission rates.

The packages

Event experiences

• The museum can host events; an Event Rental page gives details.

How it works

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   How do I schedule a group visit or field trip

   Groups send a request form or contact the learning team to check availability and reserve a date.

Good to know

• Group visits need two weeks of notice, while guided tours need three weeks.
• The museum is ADA accessible and hosts up to 60 students at once; larger groups may be split.
• Traditional schools and homeschool groups can join the same programs.
• Pre-K to 3rd grade groups visit self-guided.
• Tours for grades 4 to 12 come with worksheets for the class.
• The galleries prohibit food and drink, and none is sold on site.
• Personal, non-commercial photos are welcome inside and outside the museum.
• The museum does not permit video recording.
• Service animals recognized under the ADA may enter the museum.
• Gallery capacity is limited, so guests are encouraged to reserve tickets online ahead.
• Admission sales are non-refundable unless the museum cancels the event or admission.
• Designated parking, service animals and wheelchair access make the museum accessible.
• The grounds are not ADA-accessible, though the museum and parking lot are.
• A coat room is provided for coats and oversized items.
• Visitors are advised to watch a short introductory video before touring.
• The museum suggests allowing a minimum of 90 minutes to see the collections.
• The museum is open Wednesday through Monday and closed Tuesdays.
• The museum closes on major holidays including Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
• Summer nights in the galleries take place every third Thursday, June through August.
• Winter weather may close the museum.