The Museum allows only private, noncommercial still photography in its permanent collection galleries. At no time is flash photography permitted in the galleries. The Museum also prohibits movie and video cameras. For press and special photography, including tripods, stands, and film and videotape projects, please contact the marketing department.
Directions and Parking
The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures is located off 52nd Street on the southwest corner of the University of Missouri-Kansas City campus, just a few blocks south of the Country Club Plaza shopping and entertainment district.
Parking is always free at the Museum. The entrance to the Museum’s parking lot is located off 52nd Street.
Accessibility
As a museum for all ages in Kansas City, the collections, buildings, and programs are accessible to all audiences, including designated parking, allowance of service animals, and wheelchair accessibility.
Buy Tickets
The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures’ gallery capacity is limited, and guests are encouraged to reserve their tickets online prior to visiting the Museum.
Group Visits and Field Trips
Explore the Museum on a field trip or with your group. Group visits include self-guided access and special admission rates.
Second Sunday: Free Days at the Museum
As a family museum in Kansas City, The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures is proud to offer a free day of admittance every second Sunday of the month. This provides greater access to the Museum‘s inspiring collections for visitors from near and far.
Museum Closings
The Museum is closed for the following holidays:
- MLK Day
- Easter Sunday
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day
- New Year’s Day
Please reference the ticketing calendar to confirm all holiday closures or contact the Museum for clarification.
During the winter, the Museum may close due to inclement weather. Visitors are encouraged to visit the Museum’s Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram pages for the most up-to-date hours and information on weather closures.
The Museum Layout
The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures offers two floors dedicated to artist-made fine-scale miniatures on the first floor and historically significant and contemporary toys on the second floor. Multiple exhibitions on display range from full-room exhibitions to individual object cases.
The Museum recommends visitors watch a short introductory video before beginning their tour. You can watch this video in the Museum lobby or on the Museum’s YouTube channel to learn about the two individuals whose collections were the foundation for the Museum.
The Museum recommends allocating at least 90 minutes for your visit, though many guests spend more than 60 minutes or more on each floor.
The Museum is designed for all ages and is an excellent family museum in Kansas City. The exhibitions spark curiosity, ignite imagination, and evoke cherished memories, creating a memorable experience for all ages.
Explore the magic of toys and the art of fine-scale miniatures, an experience that resonates with every generation.
General Refund and Cancellation Policy
Admission ticket sales are non-refundable except in the event that the Museum must cancel the event or general admission.
The Museum reserves the right to cancel events and/or tickets for any reason. The staff will inform you by phone or email as soon as possible if the Museum cancels your event and/or tickets. You’ll receive your full refund within 30 days to the method used for your original payment.
Questions, ticketing concerns, or errors?
Please contact the Museum:
info@toyandminiaturemuseum.org | (816) 235-8000
Frequently Asked Questions
No, the grounds of the Museum are not ADA-accessible even though the Museum itself and the parking lot are. Wheelchairs are free of charge on a first-come, first-serve basis for use while in the Museum. ADA-recognized service animals are also welcome in the Museum. If you choose to use the grounds during your visit, please carry out all items that you carry in.
No food or beverages are available for sale or allowed in the Museum. The Museum does not offer picnic tables or trash cans on the grounds either. Any food brought to the Museum should be consumed prior to entering the building, there are trashcans available at the entrance. No food or drink are permitted in the galleries.
Yes, a coat room is available for coats and oversized items. Please note that this room is not monitored and that the Museum is not responsible for items lost.
