Midsummer Parenting Made Easy
For those of you who have made it through the summer so far entertaining your children, your cousins, your neighbor’s cousins, and any other small stragglers, we thought you could use a little inspiration for the last few weeks of those dog days. Please enjoy our pastime picks, and don’t forget to send us photos for our Summer Celebrations issue!
1739 Oak Street, Kansas City, Missouri
A corridor of urban art from street and graffiti artists; fun, quick walking tour; great place to take selfies.
More info: Art Alley Facebook page
1051 Merriam Lane, Kansas City, Kansas
World’s first 4K drive-in experience; Swap ‘N Shop on the weekends.
More info: boulevarddrivein.com
5th Street and Walnut, Kansas City, Missouri
Historic Kansas City City Market; a world of tastes, sights, sounds, shops, fresh food, and imported ingredients.
More info: thecitymarketkc.org
2475 Grand Boulevard, Kansas City, Missouri
Combo fun! Visit Legoland and Sea Life Aquarium, all in Crown Center, combo passes are available. Other shops and restaurants to visit in the same area.
More info: legolanddiscoverycenter.com
13800 Switzer Road, Overland Park, Kansas
Visit more than 250 animals and birds, learn about flowers, vegetables, a Kanza Indian encampment, and a fishing pond, plus more.
More info: opkansas.org/recreation-fun/deanna-rose-childrens-farmstead
909 N. Highway 7, Olathe, Kansas
A 125-acre park and nature center; trees, wooded areas, native prairies, Little Cedar Creek; three miles of trails.
More info: jcprd.com
10401 Cabela Drive, Kansas City, Kansas
Indoor water park and lodge; day passes available; close to entertainment, restaurants, and shops.
More info: greatwolf.com/kansas-city
2500 Grand Boulevard, Kansas City, Missouri
Combine this with Legoland and Sea Life Aquarium for a full day! It’s where children and families are invited to be creative, have fun, and nourish the creative spirit.
More info: hallmarkkaleidoscope.com
14 W. 10th Street, Kansas City, Missouri
Not only is the library open for checking out books, but the rooftop terrace provides self-guided tours and panels of information about the city; plus a giant game of chess.
More info: kclibrary.org/locations/central
Union Station – River Market-Crown Center Route
It’s free to ride the streetcar; 16 platform stops and two miles of track; shop, dine, and discover with a variety of offerings along the way.
More info: kcstreetcar.org
6800 Zoo Drive; Kansas City, Missouri
World-class exhibits and exceptional programs; connect with the natural world to promote understanding, appreciation, and conservation.
More info: kansascityzoo.org
1 Memorial Drive, Kansas City, Missouri
See how the bank processes millions of dollars in currency each day; lift a gold bar; view Harry S. Truman’s coin collection; and learn about the economy.
More info: kansascityfed.org
8909 W. 179th Street, Overland Park, Kansas
The 300-acre park is an educational, recreational, and cultural resource for the region; more than 1,700 species of plants, hiking trails, and open prairie.
More info: opkansas.org/recreation-fun/arboretum
1331 Saline Street, North Kansas City, Missouri
Part garage for classic cars (including body work and paint), part classic car rental service (including for photo shoots and videos).
More info: rndkc.com
30 W. Pershing Road, Kansas City, Missouri
The place to experience the amazing world of science – hands-on; interactive exhibits, play spaces, family-friendly attraction, and fun.
More info: sciencecity.unionstation.org
5235 Oak Street, Kansas City, Missouri
World’s largest fine-scale miniature collection; one of the nation’s largest historic toy collections on display; More than 93,000 objects.
More info: toyandminiaturemuseum.org
433 E. Red Bridge Road, Kansas City, Missouri
Region’s only accessible, non-profit children’s museum dedicated to providing STEAM educational experiences for young children and their families.
More info: wonderscope.org
2 Memorial Drive, Kansas City, Missouri
America’s museum dedicated to remembering, interpreting, and understanding the Great War and its enduring impact on the global community. Suitable for families.
More info: theworldwar.org
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