The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures
The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures
The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures
4.5
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures features the world's largest collection of fine-scale miniatures and one of the nation's largest collection of historic toys on public display.
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- Melinda SKansas City, Missouri17 contributionsDec 2023 - You must go!!This is a stunning museum. The exhibits are so unique and beautiful. The staff is friendly and helpful. The special exhibit is a private collection of mid-century modern aluminum Christmas trees, They are exquisite. This collection of miniatures and toys is very special.Visited December 2023Traveled with familyWritten December 10, 2023
- jtrav202Springfield, Illinois10 contributionsWorth a tripIt’s a pretty good time and the toys take you back to your childhood. The miniatures are amazing. The whole family loved it. Only negative is it cost a lot to get in considering how small the place is. Those ticket prices will add up.Visited October 2023Traveled with familyWritten April 14, 2024
- Leon67203551 contributionsA must see in Kansas City.The part of the museum devoted to miniatures is world class and a must see. We constantly heard "Wow." and it was well deserved. We were amazed at the types and numbers of miniature displays; whole rooms, furniture, doll houses and exploded views of completed pieces. The toys section was well curated with a great variety of toys through the ages until the modern era. My wife was particularly enthralled with the extensive doll section (Me, not so much.)Visited July 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten July 27, 2024
- Cruiser08641345813United States8 contributionsIt’s a unique and charming stopThe National Museum of Toys and Miniatures in Kansas City is a delightful place that brings out the kid in everyone. The museum’s collection is vast and impressive, featuring everything from antique toys to intricate, beautifully crafted miniatures. Walking through, I was amazed by the level of detail in the tiny dollhouses and the nostalgia sparked by toys from different eras. It’s not just for kids—there’s something fascinating for visitors of all ages, whether you’re interested in history, art, or just reliving childhood memories. It’s a unique and charming stop that’s both fun and educational.Visited June 2024Traveled with familyWritten September 17, 2024
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maapar
Mount Pleasant, SC968 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
The story behind this museum is interesting. One of the Hall ( of Hallmark) daughters collected dollhouses and her friend collected miniatures and when their houses got too full, they started this museum. We saw the upstairs first and the toy collection brought many memories back. The dollhouses are amazing. The bottom floor is the miniatures and it is almost overwhelming. The miniatures are varied and the fine miniatures are definitely worth seeing. We loved this place. Local volunteers staff the miniature section and love to talk with you and share stories.
Written July 27, 2023
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beckyct
Little Rock, AR175 contributions
Apr 2022 • Solo
This museum was so much more than I expected. I was in awe of the miniature furniture, paintings, instruments, people and costumes. Incredible! The paintings on a pinhead, pair of fleas dressed in clothes, and carved toothpick, that are viewed through a microscope were amazing. And to top it all off, I found my favorite sleuth, Miss Marple, standing in front of her miniature thatched cottage. Fabulous!! Don’t miss this if you are in K. C. The young ladies at the front desk were very pleasant and helpful.
Written April 13, 2022
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Disneybus
Pittsgrove, NJ906 contributions
May 2022
It was a great walk down memory lane rediscovering some of the toys of our youth, as well as those of our children. The museum is well designed, offering two floors of artifacts and miniatures. The miniature section is wonderful, almost inconceivable how they are constructed and assembled by truly gifted craft people. Start your journey watching the movie on the genesis of the museum which starting with two collectors. The movie will better prepare you for your self guided wondering and wandering tour. A gift shop is available with - what else "toys"! On our day, we were alerted by an alarm, apparently pulled by a child, causing the building to be evacuated. Not only did we get a great experience from the museum collections, we were treated to see KC's finest in action clearing the building!
Written May 22, 2022
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DLNY1
New York159 contributions
May 2022
A museum full of toys, what's not to love about that. Seriously, the toys are displayed in a great way to experience the evolution of toys. They also show how the news and culture of the times influenced the toys children played with.
I knew nothing about miniatures but was very impressed with the displays and information provided.
I knew nothing about miniatures but was very impressed with the displays and information provided.
Written May 12, 2022
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Pat S
Raleigh, NC7 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
The quality and breadth of the collection of miniatures was fabulous. This is reported to be the largest collection of miniatures in the country. The artistry was amazing down to tiny pianos that can be played and very small chests of drawers where each drawer can be opened and closed.
Written October 30, 2022
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howart01
Fremont, NE64 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
My wife and I have wanted to visit this museum for a while, but finally got the chance. Glad we stopped! The miniatures part of the museum is EXCEPTIONAL! There are also videos and exhibits on how artists do what they do. If you are into this type of collecting at all, don't miss this place! The toy part of the museum is good, but not at the same level as the miniatures section, but this still doesn't take away from this being a 5 star attraction. Add to this that it's very inexpensive, and it's another bonus. Also, I didn't realize at first that there are magnifying glasses scattered around.
Written July 1, 2023
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Lisa R
36 contributions
Jul 2023
If you love miniatures - really love them - then this is the place for you. One whole floor is devoted to them as well as a wide variety of doll houses. A second floor has toys from "back in the day, " which older adults will enjoy reminiscing about. Interesting but not a must-see if you run out of time in KC.
Written July 6, 2023
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WonderingButterfly
United States117 contributions
Mar 2022
Fun museum. It was impressive to see the works of art in the form of miniatures. They blew us away. What also blew us away was to see our childhood toys in a museum, lol. It was fun going down memory lane. Highly recommend.
Written March 7, 2022
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Melinda S
Kansas City, MO17 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
This is a stunning museum. The exhibits are so unique and beautiful. The staff is friendly and helpful. The special exhibit is a private collection of mid-century modern aluminum Christmas trees, They are exquisite. This collection of miniatures and toys is very special.
Written December 10, 2023
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Cruiser08641345813
United States8 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures in Kansas City is a delightful place that brings out the kid in everyone. The museum’s collection is vast and impressive, featuring everything from antique toys to intricate, beautifully crafted miniatures. Walking through, I was amazed by the level of detail in the tiny dollhouses and the nostalgia sparked by toys from different eras. It’s not just for kids—there’s something fascinating for visitors of all ages, whether you’re interested in history, art, or just reliving childhood memories. It’s a unique and charming stop that’s both fun and educational.
Written September 17, 2024
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The gift shop was very small and mostly had toys for purchase. I’m not exactly sure if they had magnets but I feel pretty confident in saying no, they don’t.
Written August 11, 2018
Honestly it really depends on the kid. You can't play with the things, just look at them. I'd say at least 8 but I think it will appeal to adults (with the intricacy of the miniatures) more than younger kids.
Written March 7, 2018
That depends on your level of interest. A quick tour only looking and not reading probably 45 minutes to an hour, but if you get immersed in what you are seeing and watch the artists videos or play the scavenger game allow two hours to three. Some of the miniatures are marvels and you have a hard time believing the painstaking work of those who created them.
Written October 14, 2017
Are you open on Saturday as well? It says daily but that sometime means M-F...
Written May 13, 2017
The National Mu... T
Kansas City, Missouri
We are open on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am-4pm.
Written May 13, 2017
Do you have a book available for purchase in which the items in the museum are displayed. I visited the museum as part of a UFDC tour in July prior to your opening. I was very impressed and hope to visit again some day.
Written November 22, 2015
The National Mu... T
Kansas City, Missouri
Darlene,
We do have a book: "Highlights from the Collection of The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures." It is a 96-page paperback for $15. If you would like to order one, please call our Visitor Services Associate at (816) 235-8007.
We hope you get the chance to visit again too!
Written November 30, 2015
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