The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures

Address:	5235 Oak St, Kansas City, MO 64112, USA
Phone:	+1 816-235-8000
Site:	toyandminiaturemuseum.org
Rating:	4.5
Working:	10AM–4PM Closed 10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM

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Reviews 33

kathy jo mcwilliams

I took my daughter and two friends from out of state to the toy museum and it was wonderful. There was so much to look at and we only had about 4 hours. We kept moving at a good pace but still couldnt really enjoy everything because we were in such a hurry just to see everything. It was expensive to go and if the price were a little cheaper we would be sure to go back often. It is one of those places that if you go more than once you will notice things that you missed on previous trips. Great time and activity for the kids.

Ben Thomas

I loved it. There are so many miniature paintings- they are really amazing, but theyve miniaturized everything under the sun so I think everyone is going to find things they like. The toys are neat for looking at how times have changed and reminiscing, but Im more about the miniature section. Tickets are inexpensive and its a really clean modern museum. I think it would be a fun thing to do for families in combination with something else because youll probably only spend an hour there with kids.

Shi Rui

首先,这不是一个真正的博物馆 - 只有一个很小的房间有着一个放大镜和显微镜的点缀。这里真的是最可爱的地方。学生票都只有50Kč。我们很喜欢它因为它几乎就是隐藏和太小了（就像袖珍!）它只是一个可爱的和略有不同的事。

mandy robinson

Such a wonderful experience! The amount of detail put into early era doll houses, and miniatures was fantastic! Really cool that they had the lights working in the majority of the houses and dioramas. Then on the second floor it was great to see toys I vividly remember playing with as a kid. Im not a big wizard of oz fan, but even that was laid out well. It also had characters that Ive never even heard of! So that really caught my attention.

Ann Pace

I worked across the street from the museum for 23 years. This is not really a review, but a reply to comments in two of the reviews listed here. Both have the same complaint - - the lack of toys per se. Theres a reason for that, however. The museum began as the collections of two women, Mary Harris Francis and Barbara Marshall, and it reflects their tastes and interests, which were largely in miniatures.

Cody Edwards

Huge collection of doll houses and miniatures ... the latter of which were just fascinating. However, I felt that it lacked a good collection of general toys. They had some that were older than the hills. I would like to see something that displays toys from all generations, including stuff from the 70s and 80s. That would be nostalgic and a trip down memory lane for me.

Cecilia Contreras

Es un Museo muy entretenido, puedes pasar mucho tiempo viendo los detalles de las miniaturas sin aburrirte. Hay tanto para ver. Además es precio es muy económico

Craig Watson

This museum was a real surprise to me. Im not a doll or dollhouse guy, but the art and technique that went into the miniatures on the first floor is amazing. Youll be amazed. They also have videos showing how some of the miniatures are made. A real plus! Upstairs they have a huge collection of interesting toys for your childhood, no matter what generation you are in.

gT comer

A fun and fantastic journey through toys over the years! This little museum is definitely one of Kansas City’s own unique treasures and an adventure that will capture the imagination of young and old alike. It is open daily year-round, except for Tuesdays and major holidays, and at the time of this writing, only 5 bucks for children ages 5 to 100.

A Private User

If you are interested in doll houses and minitures then this is the place for you. I couldnt believe how many doll houses and minitures there were. They are displayed beautifully. As far as childrens toys, there are some. I think this is more collectable based than something that displays large amounts of americana based toys.

Ellie Best

I am from MD and was able to visit this toy museum just before it closed to update. I was really disappointed the last 2 times I visited friends in Olathe because it still wasnt open. Hurray it is open again. Cant wait to see it again. It was wonderful before and know it will be even better now.

Heather Campbell

This is a wonderful museum for kids and for adults. The first floor is all miniatures, which is my favorite. The second has a large collection of historic toys--it might make you nostalgic! Lots of parking available. Great for a family trip, or even for a date.

Cristal Bonilla

I loved the big collection of miniatures is impressive. A lot of memories with the toys is great tell your kids the history behind some of the things that they have. The lady in the front desk super nice. I will return!!!

April Al-Mahdawi

Took my kids here for an outing. I really enjoyed seeing all the old toys from my childhood. They also had a scavenger hunt and the kids won a prize if they were able to solve the clues and find the toys.

Pam Rodriguez

What a COOL place! Very enjoyable for kids and adults alike. Incredible miniature (and smaller than miniature?) collection. Just amazing! Great facility and staff, too. Best for kids over 10.

Bonnie Slaughter

The miniatures section is impressive and truly stunning, but all the detail can be a lot to process. The toy section is very interesting and offers nostalgia for people of all ages.

Michael Henneman

This is a really nice experience, and is truly two museums in one, as either the toy or the miniatures section could easily stand on its own. Id highly recommend a visit!

Ronell Chakola

Extremely amazing to see such skilled work. It is really cool to see how skilled these artists who make the miniatures are! The history of toys is also pretty cool.

Jeff Winters

Interesting collection of finely crafted miniature things and a few toys from the past. Expect to spend a couple of hours if you are just remotely interested.

James Teuscher

Took my niece here and loved it! Next time I go I am going with no kids! hahaha I think I got more out of it than she did (she did have a good time though).

Asus Kybd

Worth the $5 but its all about doll house miniatures, not ONE electric train set in their collection.... which makes it a skewed collection with an agenda!

Alexander Ervin

Went in to kill an hour, stayed for 3 hours! Be warned, this is not for the super young, but 9 years old or older would be fine. Too much fun!

Millie Minor-Gibson

Completely underrated spot in KC. If you live in KC or are visitng you cant beat the $5 price. So many beautiful and unique things to see.

Mike Beekman

fun to see all the old non-tech toys. they have the original Pong, metal Tonka trucks, Cabbage Patch dolls, Tinker Toys and more...

Brian Grimmett

Great little museum. Very clean and well curated. The miniature section is incredibly fascinating. Enjoyable for all ages.

SANDRA VIANNEY FAJARDO

Hermoso juguetes y colecciones en miniatura

Stephanie Simmons

I have lived in KC my whole life and hadnt been here. What a miss! This place is great. Definitely worth a visit!