May 14, 2025
The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures is pleased to announce that Susan Stanton has been appointed as Interim Executive Director, following the departure of Petra Kralickova after eight years...
April 21, 2025
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April 18, 2025
Union Station announced today the addition of Petra Kralickova as their newly created Chief Experience Officer (CXO) and Vice President of Customer Engagement. Joining the Station’s seasoned Executive Team, Kralickova...
April 17, 2025
The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures has announced that Petra Kralickova will step down as Executive Director after eight years of dedicated leadership. Her final day in the role...
March 25, 2025
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March 5, 2025
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January 29, 2025
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December 26, 2024
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December 19, 2024
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THANK YOU Your continued commitment has enriched countless visitors’ experiences and sparked deeper community connections at The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures. Your support empowers the creation of meaningful...
November 15, 2024
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October 21, 2024
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September 20, 2024
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August 28, 2024
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July 22, 2024
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June 26, 2024
Calling All Local Artists! Fine-scale miniature artists in the collection of The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures create astoundingly small objects inspired by everything from Louis XV’s study at Versailles to an Art Deco bathroom to a tray...
June 14, 2024
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May 21, 2024
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May 1, 2024
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October 10, 2023
Funding Secured for Digital Preservation and Inclusive Web Design: The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures is thrilled to announce the Museum’s successful grant application, securing vital funding to embark...
October 4, 2023
Transformations: New Perspectives on the Art of Miniatures Exhibition Showcases Artistic Innovation and Creativity. The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures is thrilled to announce the upcoming opening of its...
August 23, 2023
The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures is pleased to be highlighting the A. Schoenhut Company in our Featured Manufacturer Gallery. This exhibition opened in August 2021 and will be on display through September 2024.
August 2, 2023
Do you teach K-12 social studies at a Missouri Title I school? Are you interested in a FREE, standards-aligned classroom project kit? If so, look no further! The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures, with the generous support of the Missouri Humanities Council, has created three options for you based on its collection: an optical toy kit, a shoebox dollhouse kit, and a shadow puppet theater kit.
July 27, 2023
Ever wonder what happens in a Museum Store? Cruise along with the Visitor Services Department at The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures to unveil the magic that unfolds within...
July 7, 2023
The Museum’s Collection Manager, Calleen Carver, recently embarked on an artistic journey at Guild School in Castine, Maine. Among the classes she took, one with Pia Becker, who makes miniatures...
June 12, 2023
Discover the exquisite craftsmanship of Los Angeles-based artist Chris Toledo and his Art Deco-inspired miniatures at the National Museum of Toys and Miniatures. Join us for an unforgettable evening and meet and greet as we delve into Toledo's childhood influences, his passion for architecture, and his journey as an emerging fine-scale miniature artist. Don't miss the opportunity to witness Toledo's mastery and explore his new Miniature Art Museum exhibit. Visit his website and read the captivating article from Architectural Digest for more insights.
May 31, 2023
This 17th-century English Cotswold Cottage is characterized by its simplicity and functionality, reflecting the lived experiences of rural laborers.
October 10, 2022
What do toys, miniatures, and the corporate world have in common? Plenty as one UMKC student learned this summer! Earlier this summer Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership, The National Museum...
March 10, 2022
Effective immediately, T/m is no longer requiring guests to wear masks while visiting the museum. Unvaccinated individuals are strongly encouraged to wear masks. We are continually reassessing our visitor guidelines...
February 28, 2022
Baby Whitney was the brainchild of Melvin and Loretta Whitfield, who developed the doll in the mid-1980s in response to their frustration in not being able to find dolls that...
February 21, 2022
By Jennifer White In the early 1970’s, Mattel released the Karosel Kitchen, a play structure for Barbie or other similarly sized dolls. This popular toy featured brightly colored cabinets and...
December 20, 2021
Fine-scale miniature glass artists use incredible techniques to create tiny sparkling works of art! In this T/m2Go video, explore some of the glittering glass minis in the museum’s collection and...
By Silvia Arellano Fernández, Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art In May of 1951, McCall’s Magazine first introduced Betsy McCall the must-have paper doll of her time, created by staff illustrator...
November 29, 2021
Looking for a fun seasonal holiday-related toy to take for a spin? Look no further than the Dreidel! This spinning top game is played during the Jewish Festival of Lights...
November 9, 2021
Museum recognized for 2020 website re-launch KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures (T/m) won an Award of Distinction tonight at the 2021 Philly Awards for...
October 27, 2021
Many fine-scale miniature artists are inspired by the beauty and variety of the natural world around us. In this T/m2Go video, explore some of the nature-inspired minis in the museum’s...
September 29, 2021
Homeschoolers can take part in special activity; chaperones get free admission KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures (T/m), together with collaborating partners Kansas City Public...
September 15, 2021
Journey A. Goodmouse is at it one more time! Read about Journey’s adventures in the journal below, then click HERE to create your very own mini book. Answers to the...
August 31, 2021
Award-winning entrepreneur, inventor talks toys during virtual event KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Entrepreneur, toy inventor and cancer survivor Azhelle Wade, who has been named on three United States patents during...
August 30, 2021
Baby dolls are long-time favorites that steal our hearts. In this T/m2Go video, learn about some of the ways toymakers have created baby dolls to be more realistic. After you...
August 24, 2021
In 2020, T/m received a very special dollhouse donation: the 1990 Barbie Magical Mansion that belonged to Keisha Clay of Kansas City. The advertisement from that year promised a house, “Big...
July 9, 2021
Museum will return Sundays, Mondays to public openings this summer KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures (T/m) announced today that preparations are underway to resume...
July 2, 2021
Journey A. Goodmouse is at it again! Read about Journey’s adventures in the journal below, then click HERE to take the latest online scavenger hunt through the museum’s MINI collection....
June 29, 2021
Video games take our imaginations to other worlds. In this episode of T/m2Go, travel through the history of video games to uncover the STEM skills these technological toys can teach....
June 28, 2021
T/m exhibit recognized for achievement in interpretation KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) has announced that The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures...
May 11, 2021
Virtual event Meet the Experts: Women in STEM set for May 16 (KANSAS CITY, Mo.) – The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures (T/m) will explore the impact of STEM...
May 1, 2021
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures (T/m) remembers the life and legacy of Barbara Marshall, the museum’s co-founder and a great patron of fine-scale miniature...
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