The Johnson County Museum offers a variety programs that meet badge requiremnts for both Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts. Programs take place at the Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center in Overland Park or the Lanesfield Historic Site in Edgerton, KS. To schedule your group, please call 913-715-2570 or email us!
Programs @ Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center
Admission for all programs is $6 per Scout and $5 per adult. KidScape bagdes are available for purchase in the museum store!
K and 1st Grade
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ank You Community Helpers What is a community and who are the helpers? Play an active game and work together to solve puzzles as your class learns about the real people who help in Johnson County. Includes a kid-friendly tour of the signature exhibition "Becoming Johnson County" and exploration time in KidScape. (Approximately 2 hours)
2nd Grade and Up
History Detectives Put on your white gloves and grab your clipboards! Use your observational and critical thinking skills as you evaluate a mystery object from the past. Includes a kid-friendly tour of the signature exhibition "Becoming Johnson County" and exploration time in KidScape. (Approximately 2 hours)
Community Planners Challenge Students watch the story of Johnson County unfold, then work together to create a city of their dreams! Working in small groups, students choose a mayor and plan roads, buildings, landscapes, and special places. Includes a kid-friendly tour of the signature exhibition "Becoming Johnson County" and exploration time in KidScape. (Approximately 2 hours)
Programs @ Lanesfield Historic Site
Lanesfield Farm Family Program This program highlights an early 20th century farm day. Children experience life on the farm life, do chores, and enjoy lessons in the one-room school led by a costumed schoolteacher. (Approximately 2 hours)
Fee is $3 per child and the program can be booked on Saturday mornings.