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Through June
Rose
O'Neil's Babies
A Cupie Doll Collection
The Bingham Waggoner Estate
[Web Site]
313 West Pacific, Independence, MO 64050 816-461-3491
 Through
22 June
Imaging Blackness, 1915-2002
An exhibit reflecting the peaks and valleys of the African American
experience in film in the 20th century. The Indiana University Black Film
Center/Archive presents 43 posters from almost a century of movies that
feature legendary actors including Lena Horne, Sidney Poitier, Herb
Jeffries, Danny Glover, James Earl Jones, Whoopi Goldberg, and Jada
Pinkett Smith. Curated by Audrey T. McCluskey, Ph.D., associate professor
of African American and African Diaspora Studies at Indiana University,
the exhibit serves as a visual timeline that tracks early cinematic
stereotyping of black culture to modern day acceptance of big-budget
productions depicting a more positive image. Organized and toured by
Mid-America Arts Alliance through its ExhibitsUSA national program.
Kansas City Public Library (Central Library)
[Website]
14 W. 10th St., Kansas City, MO 816-701-3543
Through 31 August, 2008, Regular
Museum Hours
Coming of Age in Johnson County (KS): 1960 - 1976
 For the country, the county, and the Baby Boomer generation, the 1960's
and 70's were a rite of passage. These decades challenged Americans to ask
fundamental questions about the way they were living. What is our nation's
place in the world? Does everyone deserve equal rights? What role should
the government, both nationally and at the local level, play in our lives?
Is it really a good idea wear a paisley tie with a powder blue polyester
leisure suit? Check out this fascinating exhibit to explore how local
residents responded to the issues of the times! Free Admission
Additional
Information on special tours and history of the exhibit. Visit
the link below for regular museum hours.
Online Photo Gallery
Johnson County Museum of History
[Web Site]
6305 Lackman Rd., Shawnee, KS 66217 913-715-2550
1 June, Sunday, Activities begin at 1
p.m.
Rose Day in Loose Park
The Kansas city Rose Society, in partnership with Kansas City, Missouri
Parks and Recreation, will hosts this annual Rose Day celebration in the
Loose Park Garden Center and Rose Garden. Activities: 1 - 5
p.m., Annual Rose Show in the Loose Park Garden Center Bldg.; 3 p.m.,
Rose Day Celebration -- Dancers from the KC Ballet School perform in the
Laura Conyers Smith Municipal Rose Garden; 6 p.m., Concert by the Fontana
Trio.
Kansas City (MO)
Parks and Recreation Department
[Web
Site] 2 June, Monday, 2 - 4 p.m.
and again at 6 - 8 p.m.
University Missouri Extension: Basic Canning
Learn to preserve the summer's bounty of fresh vegetables and fruits with
up-to-date preservation procedures. This class is one of a series
scheduled for this summer in various locations in the Kansas City area.
(Flyer with
event schedule, class details and contact information)
University of Missouri Extension
2700 E 18th, Kansas City, MO 64127
816-482-5850 3 June, Tuesday,
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Walking Tours of the Historic Garment District
The Historic Garment District Museum will conduct walking tours
every Tuesday in June at 11:00 a.m. Meet at 801
Broadway. The tours last approximately one hour and cover a 4 block area including the park with the Needle. Cost
$5.00 per person
Historic Garment District Museum
8th & Broadway, Kansas City, MO 913-814-0334 7 June, Saturday, 7 - 9:30 a.m.
Breakfast on the Trails
Arrive hungry for a morning of family friendly fun on the beautiful
grounds of the Bingham-Waggoner Estate. Enjoy a feast of scrambled eggs,
sausage, hash brown potatoes, biscuits and gravy, fruit, coffee and
juice. Sit back and relax while listening to live music and enjoy
watching actors in period costume. Tickets for the breakfast are
just $7.00 and advance reservations are required. Enjoy a ride in a
covered wagon for $4 and tours of the Mansion are available for $5.
The Bingham Waggoner Estate
[Web Site]
313 West Pacific, Independence, MO 64050 816-461-3491
7 June, Saturday, 10 a.m.
Garrison District
Tour meets at the Garrison School, 502 N. Water Street. Led by Cecelia
Robinson, Clay County African-American Legacy Consortium. This tour
is part of explore Liberty's Heritage walking tour program. All guided
tours are free and open to the public. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
For more information call 816-439-4537.
7 June, Saturday, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Historic and Recreational Trails Community Rendezvous 2008
The days events begins at 10:30 a.m. with a walking tour of the new Lone
Elm Park including a discussion of this famous campground, led by Kevin
Corbett, Olathe parks and Recreation Director. A luncheon will be
served at noon ($9). The program will include guest speakers on
parks and trails issues.
Lone Elm Park "Rendezvous" Shelter House, From I-35 on the south side of
Olathe, go south on Hwy 7, west on 167th about 3/4 mile to the Park
entrance, then south to the nearby Shelter House. Information: Ross
Marshall, 913-262-6445,
Email
9 June, Monday, 9 – 11 a.m.
Pop ‘N Play for Small Children
Designed for children between the ages of 9 months and 3 years, playtime
at the museum gives your little one many opportunities to explore with
painting, drawing and music stations. A sensory play station provides a
chance to improve fine motor skills. Preschoolers can play dress-up, and
crawlers and toddlers will have a new world to explore while climbing in
our colorful soft play area. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Older siblings are welcome. Participants can also explore the museum's
current exhibits, Seeking the Good Life and Coming of Age:
Johnson County in the 1960's and 70's. Groups of ten or more need call
ahead for reservations. Admission is $1 per child, free admission for
adults.
Johnson County Museum of History
[Web Site]
6305 Lackman Rd., Shawnee, KS 66217 913-715-2550
10 June, Tuesday, 2 - 3:30 p.m.
University Missouri Extension: Dehydration
Learn to preserve the summer's bounty of fresh vegetables and fruits with
up-to-date preservation procedures. This class is one of a series
scheduled for this summer in various locations in the Kansas City area.
(Flyer with
event schedule, class details and contact information)
University of Missouri Extension
2700 E 18th, Kansas City, MO 64127
816-482-5850
10 June, Tuesday, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Walking Tours of the Historic Garment District
The Historic Garment District Museum will conduct walking tours
every Tuesday in June at 11:00 a.m. Meet at 801
Broadway. The tours last approximately one hour and cover a 4 block area including the park with the Needle. Cost
$5.00 per person
Historic Garment District Museum
8th & Broadway, Kansas City, MO 913-814-0334
10 - 15 June, Tuesday - Sunday
Lexington Heritage Days
Spencer Huston will present a piano recital on the square during the
Lexington Heritage Days activities and present a grand piano recital in
the Anderson House on 14 June. The theme will be the American flag in
celebration of Flag Day. Reservations required, recital free.
Battle of Lexington State Historic Site [Web
Site]
1101 Delaware Street, Lexington, MO 64067 660-259-4654
12 June,
Thursday, 7 p.m.
Travels to Antarctica
Antarctica is the coldest, driest, and windiest continent on earth.
98% of it is covered by ice so why would anyone want to travel there?
Guest speakers, Maurice Smith and his wife, long time residents of the 6th
district will discuss their travels to Antarctica and answer your
questions. Open to the public. Free admission.
Historical Society of New Santa Fe at the
Trailside Center [Web
Site]
9901 Holmes, Kansas City, MO 63131
816-942-3581
12 June, Thursday, 2 p.m.
Gallery Walk: “Landmarks of the Trail”
Investigate notable landmarks (natural and man-made) in this 30 minute
guided tour. Regular Museum Admission Rates
National Frontier Trails Museum
[Web
Site]
318 W. Pacific,
Independence, MO 64050,
816-325-7575
13 June, Wednesday, 10 a.m.
Story Time with the Johnson County Museum and Johnson County Library
Enjoy stories and craft activities just for pre-schoolers!
Kathy McLellan, Youth Outreach Librarian of the Johnson County
Library, will lead the story time. Visitors are invited to stay after the
stories to make a fun craft to take home. After the fun festivities of
story time, visitors can view the exhibit Coming of Age in Johnson
County: 1960 - 1976. This exhibit explores the national trends and
local issues that make this era so intriguing. Visitors are invited to
test their skills in the exhibit’s hands-on areas: dance the Hustle, play
a game of Pong, blast off to outer space in the interactive rocket, and
much more.
Johnson County Museum of History
[Web Site]
6305 Lackman Rd., Shawnee, KS 66217 913-715-2550
 13
- 14 June, Friday and Saturday,
"Mastering the Art of Gardening" Garden Tour 2008 - Northtown
The Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City welcome the public to
explore six gardens, all owned by Master Gardeners. The gardens are
placed from urban to rural areas and contain everything from a water
garden to large flower beds to vegetables and fruits. See web site
for additional information on tickets, schedules, host locations and
other event information.
Event Web Site
University of Missouri Extension - Master
Gardener Program [Web
Site]
1501 N.W. Jefferson St.,
Blue Springs, MO 64015 (816)
252-5051
14 June, Saturday
Cowboy Action Shooting Workship at the Lafayette Gun Club,
Higginsville, MO
Classes: Learn to shoot a pistol, lever action rifle and a pump or
double barrel shotgun, then go through the paces of a timed Cowboy
action shoot on old west stages and in costume if you choose! Hosted
by: South Grand River Gobblers and the Rocky Branch Rangers
Contact: Tricia Grasher 816-228-0529,
Outdoor_mom@sbcglobal.net
14 June, Saturday, 11 a.m.
4th Annual Dragon Boat Festival & Races
Rescheduled to 26 July due to weather
17 June, Tuesday, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Walking Tours of the Historic Garment District
The Historic Garment District Museum will conduct walking tours
every Tuesday in June at 11:00 a.m. Meet at 801
Broadway. The tours last approximately one hour and cover a 4 block area including the park with the Needle. Cost
$5.00 per person
Historic Garment District Museum
8th & Broadway, Kansas City, MO 913-814-0334
19 June,
Thursday, 2 - 4 p.m.
American Girl™ Doll Club
Tea parties, sewing doll clothes, and making doll jewelry are just a
few of the activities that will be available to Club members. Held
at the Wyeth-Tootle Mansion, 1100 Charles St. There is no fee to
join.
The St. Joseph Museums, Inc.
[Web
Site]
3406 Frederick Avenue, St. Joseph, MO 816-232-8471
19 June, Thursday, 2 p.m.
Gallery Walk: “Landmarks of the Trail”
Investigate notable landmarks (natural and man-made) in this 30
minute guided tour. Regular Museum Admission Rates
National Frontier Trails Museum
[Web
Site]
318 W. Pacific,
Independence, MO 64050,
816-325-7575
20 June, Wednesday, 10 a.m.
Story Time with the Johnson County Museum and Johnson County Library
Enjoy stories and craft activities just for pre-schoolers!
Johnson County Museum of History
[Web Site]
6305 Lackman Rd., Shawnee, KS 66217 913-715-2550
21 June, Saturday, 1 - 3 p.m.
Family Fun Day at the Johnson County Museum
Join members for a day of fun craft activities for the entire family! This
month's theme is the 1950's. Tour the museum's Seeking the Good Life
exhibit and the 1950's All Electric House to learn more about lifestyles
in the 1950's. The event is free to the public.
Johnson County Museum of History
[Web Site]
6305 Lackman Rd., Shawnee, KS 66217 913-715-2550
21 June, Saturday, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Northland Fountain Birthday Party
The Northland
Fountain at North Oak and Vivion Rd celebrates its 25th
birthday this summer. The fountain opened on June 21, 1983 and the City
is celebrating the fountain’s birthday with a special party on June 21st
of this year. This year’s birthday celebration will be offer a “taste of
the Northland” in an effort to raise funds for the endowment of the
fountain to make sure all of us, our children and our grand-children can
enjoy it for another 25 years. Tickets are $50. For
more information, please call (816) 842-2299
21 June, Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Special Event: “Visitor Appreciation Day”
We salute our visitors with free covered wagon rides with paid admission.
Regular Museum Admission Rates
National Frontier Trails Museum
[Web
Site]
318 W. Pacific,
Independence, MO 64050,
816-325-7575
23 June, Monday, 9 – 11 a.m.
Pop ‘N Play for Small Children
Designed for children between the ages of 9 months and 3 years, playtime
at the museum gives your little one many opportunities to explore with
painting, drawing and music stations. A sensory play station provides a
chance to improve fine motor skills. Preschoolers can play dress-up, and
crawlers and toddlers will have a new world to explore while climbing in
our colorful soft play area. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Older siblings are welcome. Participants can also explore the museum's
current exhibits, Seeking the Good Life and Coming of Age:
Johnson County in the 1960's and 70's. Groups of ten or more need call
ahead for reservations. Admission is $1 per child, free admission for
adults.
Johnson County Museum of History
[Web Site]
6305 Lackman Rd., Shawnee, KS 66217 913-715-2550
24 June, Tuesday, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Walking Tours of the Historic Garment District
The Historic Garment District Museum will conduct walking tours
every Tuesday in June at 11:00 a.m. Meet at 801
Broadway. The tours last approximately one hour and cover a 4 block area including the park with the Needle. Cost
$5.00 per person
Historic Garment District Museum
8th & Broadway, Kansas City, MO 913-814-0334
26 June, Thursday, 2 -
4 p.m.
American Girl™ Doll Club
Tea parties, sewing doll clothes, and making doll jewelry are just a few
of the activities that will be available to Club members. Held at the Wyeth-Tootle
Mansion, 1100 Charles St. There is no fee to join.
The St. Joseph Museums, Inc.
[Web
Site]
3406 Frederick Avenue, St. Joseph, MO 816-232-8471
26 June, Thursday, 2 p.m.
Gallery Walk: “Landmarks of the Trail”
Investigate notable landmarks (natural and man-made) in this 30 minute
guided tour. Regular Museum Admission Rates
National Frontier Trails Museum
[Web
Site]
318 W. Pacific,
Independence, MO 64050,
816-325-7575
26 June, Thursday, 6:30 p.m.
Tour: “Evening Wagon Ride and Swales Walk”
Explore swales (grass covered wagon ruts) made in the 1830’s, investigate
the Santa Fe
Gallery and enjoy a wagon ride powered by genuine Missouri Mules!
Advanced reservations are required. $12 – adults, $9 children ages
6-17
National Frontier Trails Museum
[Web
Site]
318 W. Pacific,
Independence, MO 64050,
816-325-7575
 28
June, Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Motorcycles, fire trucks
and vintage cars
The second annual Art of the Car Concours, featuring a wide variety of
vintage, classic and special interest vehicles belonging to Kansas City
and Midwest area collectors — will take place on the campus of the Kansas
City Art Institute, 4415 Warwick Blvd. The cost to attend the concours is
$10 per person; students pay $5; and children under 10 years old and
faculty, staff and students of the Kansas City Art Institute will be
admitted free. [Additional
Information]
28 June - 6 July,
Various Hours
Independence Day, 1904 at the Lanesfield School
Show your patriotism by visiting Lanesfield School for a 1904
Independence Day celebration. Learn how our nation's
independence was celebrated in 1904, visit the decorated school, and
make a patriotic craft to take home.
Lanesfield School Historic Site (Johnson County Museum of History)
[Web Site]
18745 S Dillie Road, Edgerton, KS 913-893-6645
28 - 29 June,
Saturday and Sunday, Various Times
Civil War History Festival: General Jo Shelby Days and Founders Day
See the capture and confiscation of freight on the "Sunshine" on
Saturday by the Confederates and on Sunday the Union returns to
reclaim their freight. Skirmishes, music, games, horse shoes
on Sunday, antiques, sutlers, antique appraisals. Fireworks on
Saturday night. Visit web site for full schedule.
The Waverly Arts Council [Web
Site]
30 June, Monday, 2 - 4 p.m.
University Missouri Extension: Canning and Freezing
Learn to preserve the summer's bounty of fresh vegetables and fruits
with up-to-date preservation procedures. This class is one of a
series scheduled for this summer in various locations in the Kansas
City area.
(Flyer
with event schedule, class details and contact information)
University of Missouri Extension
2700 E 18th, Kansas City, MO 64127
816-482-5850 |
