7101 W. 80th Street
Overland Park, Kansas 66204
Johnson County Museum & Kidscape
If you really want to get to know a place, start with its stories. The Johnson County Museum offers an inside look at the people, places, and turning points that shaped life in this corner of Kansas.
From a turn of the century market to a full ‘50s-era house, the Johnson County Museum is your chance to step into the past and see just how far we’ve come. With interactive exhibits and something new around every corner, it’s a great way to spend an afternoon (and spark a little nostalgia).
Plan Your Visit
What are the hours of the Johnson County Museum?
The Johnson County Museum is open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
KidScape is open during regular Museum hours but closes daily from 12:00 p.m.-12:30 p.m. for cleaning.
How much is admission to the Johnson County Museum?
Admission to the Johnson County Museum is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors, military, and students, and $4 for children ages 1 through 17.
The museum also offers a few free days throughout the year, and participates in several free and low-cost admission programs like the Blue Star Museums program.
Is the Johnson County Museum accessible to wheelchairs and strollers?
Yes, the museum galleries and most public areas are wheelchair and stroller accessible, including restrooms and elevators. Courtesy wheelchairs are available for use at no charge on a first-come first-served basis.
Other offered accommodations include large print guides, Braille exhibit guides, and sensory bags.
Additionally, Sensory Friendly Mondays occur on the first Monday of every month, from 9:00am to 12:00pm. Attendance is limited to 30 total people, so pre-registration is strongly encouraged.
Things to Do
Learn the History of Johnson County
The museum’s signature exhibit, Becoming Johnson County, takes you on a visual journey through the area's transformation from prairie town to booming suburbs. Walk through immersive spaces and see how local life evolved decade by decade, and how the past influences the way we live today.
See what "Modern" Meant in the '50s
Just beyond the main galleries, you’ll spot the 1950s All-Electric House: a fully furnished dream home that once captured the spirit of post-war optimism. From the pink-tiled bathroom to the chrome kitchen gadgets, it’s a time capsule that sparks curiosity, nostalgia, and maybe a “remember when?” or two.
Play, Pretend, and Learn at Kidscape
Perfect for families, Kidscape turns learning into a hands-on adventure where kids can experience different eras of local history. Explore environments from Johnson County’s past, including a covered wagon and homestead, the City Market, an early 1900’s classroom, and a replica of the first trolley car on William Strang’s Interurban Railway.
Everyone is welcome in KidScape, but it is best enjoyed by kids ages 1-8.
Signature Events
Keep an eye on the calendar! There’s always something special popping up at the Johnson County Museum. Touring exhibits rotate in throughout the year with new themes and new ways to connect with history. It’s one of the best reasons to make a return visit—you never know what will show up next.
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