Local Adventures and Spontaneous Day Trips

Here are some ideas for great local fun.

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art - the new Egyptian exhibit is breathtaking! And it's air conditioned!

Moon Marble Company - Daily demonstrations of glass marble making, and gift shop filled with fun toys.

Mahaffie Stagecoach and Farm - Transport yourself into the old western life.

Arabia Steamboat Museum - It's incredible was was excavated in Missouri. Wonderful tours are available.

Atchison, Kansas - Visit the birthplace of that amazing woman, Amelia Earhart, or Atchison's wonderful rail and history museums.

Lawrence, Kansas - Explore KU's Natural History Museum or the Spencer Museum of Art, then visit downtown Lawrence for some good eats.

Negro Leagues Baseball Museum - Learn about these talented men of yesterday.

And these are just a sampling of the adventures that await you and your family. Check out Kansas City's Convention and Visitors Association or Kansas City Parent for more ideas.