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Whether you're a PTA member, an educator looking for fun field trip ideas or a parent searching for educational activities for kids, you're in the right place.

We've gathered fun field trip ideas and educational things to do with kids in and around Kansas City. So, start planning your field trip now!

Easily plan your field trip or group activities with this guide. Find field trip ideas, educational events and options that will come to your group's location…we've done the searching for you!

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What are Good Field Trip Ideas, Group Activities & Educational Things to Do in KC?

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Kansas Field Trips & Group Activities:

Code Ninjas STEM Field Trips

Lenexa, Olathe & Leawood

Students can create video games & other technical projects from hands-on, STEM-based activities. Children explore science, engineering & technology concepts, while having fun building and learning.

There are a number of different options for your group. See below for the different topics you can choose from!

Learning2Fly

Mission, KS

The habits of health are the focus of this field trip. Children will participate in aerial fitness & aerial yoga, an art project, the 7 Habits of Health & hammocks!

If you are an educator, teacher, or administrator and would like to tour their aerial fitness studio to see what they offer, call 913-262-2600 or email [email protected].

TasteBuds Kitchen

Leawood, KS

Learn to cook at TasteBud's Kitchen! Their mission is to be the top culinary entertainment experience for kids, families and adults by engaging budding chefs in the kitchen.

Any age can participate, with many kids-only classes available! Children as young as 2 can participate with parent & child programming.

Explore camps, classes, programs, parties & other special events. If you have a scout group or homeschool group, organize a special event for them to learn culinary skills! They make the kitchen exciting and we create it all from scratch – from pasta to sushi and everyone's favorite cupcakes!

CW Parker Carousel Museum

Leavenworth, KS

Open February through December, the C.W. Parker Carousel Museum celebrates all that is beautiful and good with carousels. Come explore restored carousels, carousel horses, and historically registered carousels.

All visitors and field trips are also invited to ride a 103-year old carousel!

The C.W. Parker Carousel Museum is located in Leavenworth, KS, and is one of several museums sponsored by the Leavenworth Historical Museum Association. The Carousel Museum is a non-profit organization that operates through community donations and volunteer efforts. While you're there, learn about entrepreneur Fred Harvey and his significant impact on business in Kansas. Grab your class and come visit the Carousel Museum today!

Ernie Miller Nature Center

Olathe, KS

Ernie Miller Nature Center provides an opportunity for learning, understanding, and admiring nature's ever-changing ways during educational field trips & group events.

The center offers a wide variety of educational opportunities including cultural, historical & environmental programs. Explore activities for all ages – perfect for classes, scout groups & troops, homeschool groups & any group in between!

Midwest Trust Center Arts Ed

Overland Park, KS

Catch a theater performance at the Midwest Trust Center and learn about the arts! The shows are affordable and fun for students of all ages. Family shows are also offered in the evening for scout groups, team activities, or a fun family night.

There are performances from Messner Puppet Theatre, as well as concerts and other performances. You can find the upcoming school events here.

Daytime performances begin at 10:00 am or 1:00 pm and cost $6 per person, or $5 for school groups.

Lanesfield Historic Site

Edgerton, KS

The Lanesfield Historic Site offers the Farm Family Program for preschoolers to 3rd grade, or Living History Program for 4th & 5th graders.

Come experience the history of Kansas with your class or group & be taken back in time! YOu can complete registration forms online for Lanesfieldor theArts & Heritage Center, or contact the Museum's Education Department at 913-715-2570 or email.

Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop & Farm

Olathe, KS

Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop allows students to discover history where it happened. During the field trip, kids participate in activities with animals, wagons, and the stagecoach!

School field trip programs are two-hours long, offered Tuesday through Friday in morning and afternoon sessions. You can also choose multiple programs to create a full-day field trip. Times are also flexible to accommodate bus & pick-up schedules.

• Half-day program:  Minimum 20 students for $6 per student.
• Full-day program:  Minimum 20 students for $10 per student.
• $1 reduced admission per student for Title 1 schools

Legler Barn Museum

Lenexa, KS

Admission to the Legler Barn Museum is FREE & open to the public Wednesdays & Saturdays from 10 am to 4 pm. If your group would like to come another day, you can schedule an appointment! Call 913-477-7100.

Come take a tour of the Legler Barn Museum Complex from trained staff & volunteers to learn about the history of Lenexa, KS! Learn about the Lenexa History Society's historical artifacts & engaging exhibits during the visit. Plus, you can visit the Frisco Train Depot too!

This Stone Barn, built by Adam Legler in 1864, was originally situated on the Santa Fe Trail at the corner of 95th and Quivira, Lenexa, Kansas. In 1983 it was reconstructed at its current location in Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park in Lenexa.

Oxford School House

Leawood, KS

The Historic One-Room Oxford Schoolhouse built in 1877, & still resembles what school was like over 100 years ago. The museum is located at Ironwoods Park (147th & Mission) in Leawood, Kansas, and will be open to the public Saturdays and Sundays in September, October and November. Saturday hours are 11:00 am – 2:00 pm and Sunday hours are 1:00 – 4:00 pm, weather permitting. V

isit the school and talk with a costumed docent about the history of the Oxford School and the surrounding rural area. The Oxford Schoolhouse is also available for field trips & programs year-round to groups of all ages by appointment any day or time, except during open house hours, for a small fee.Scout programs can meet badge requirements.

Educational field trips are offered weekdays to elementary classrooms throughout the school year. The Historic Oxford Schoolhouse hosts events for children and adults throughout the year. For more information please call (913) 663-9157 weekdays.

TimberRidge Adventure Center

Olathe, KS

TimberRidge Adventure Center (TRAC), offers a wide range of opportunities for families, friends, class field trips, and work groups. Activities will challenge students, teach better communication, solve problems and work together. Tean building activities are for everyone from boy scouts to executive boards. So,  experience fun and excitement in a noncompetitive, safe and supportive atmosphere.

The challenge course features 28 low activities, a zip line (300 ft.), climbing tower & 3 high climbing ropes activities. These allow participants to problem solve & explore communication in high intensity environments. You can also participate in other activities like fishing, canoes, paddle boats, archery & hiking!

Nerman Museum

Overland Park, KS

3D art hunt & Saturday programs are just a few of the unique features at the Nerman Museum. The interactive art program is FREE, so be sure to check out this educational thing to do, no matter your group size!

You will explore how art connects with different mediums including literature, math & science.

Overland Park Arboretum

Overland Park, KS

Explore the Whirlwind: Art in Motion Exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum! Throughout the duration of the exhibit, guided tours are available for students to explore kinetic sculptures, art, & science. Learn more about Student Programs & lesson plans before your visit!

Everything Kinetic. Kinetic sculptures will be on display through September. Learn more & schedule your field trip by calling the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Garden at 913-685-3604.

Paint Glaze & Fire

Overland Park, KS

Get creative for your next group outing or activity!

Paint, Glaze, & Fire is a great option for scout groups, girls night, team parties, and other group activities. They provide all the supplies, you just bring the creativity. Choose from a wide variety of projects to accommodate many group activity budgets!

This is the perfect option for creativity, fun, and savings. They have project options to fit every budget, so call 913-661-2529 today with questions or to schedule. Walk-in options also available.

KC Watersports

Paola, KS

KC Watersports is the best wakeboarding destination in the Midwest.  For beginners, they offer day camps and lessons to perfect your skills.  Experts won't find a more challenging set of rails, ramps, and sliders anywhere in the region.

For the family and groups, they have a shaded beach, where you can relax and watch the kids ride or play. Their Surf Shop is well stocked with the best gear in the industry, with rental equipment available. All skill levels are encouraged, so plan your visit to KCW with your group and enjoy some active fun in the sun!

Ceramic Café

Leawood, KS

Ceramic Cafe is a paint-your-own-pottery and glass fusing studio serving the Kansas City area. The helpful staff at Ceramic Cafe will guide your group through the creative process using ceramic techniques and supplies to create artistic masterpieces.

If you're looking for the place to host your next group outing or class field trip, Ceramic Cafe is the place for you. They also donate to charitable groups and can help your school or organization with a fundraising project.

Come to paint your pottery piece or create a beautiful work of glass in their vibrant Leawood, Kansas studio. The process to paint, glaze and fire your masterpiece takes about a week.

Sky Zone KC Trampoline Park (Shawnee)

Shawnee, KS

Sky Zone is the originator of wall-to-wall aerial action, and your group will never stand still. They're always working to invent epic new ways to play, gather, and compete. The only way to understand it is to come experience it. So rally your crew and let's go!

Sky Zone is the original indoor trampoline park, and Sky Zone is proud to bring the unmatched, out-of-this-world, and high-flyin' FUN of the world's first all-trampoline, walled playing court to the Lees Summit area. Book your next group event or field trip today and get active while having fun!

Johnson County Museum

Kids in Kindergarten & older can attend historically rich programs from the Johnson County Museums – learning about their own city! There are multiple programs available for children:

• Community Helpers
• History Detectives
• Community Planners Challenge

Missouri Field Trips & Group Activities :

Code Ninjas STEM Programs

Lee's Summit, St Joseph

Students can create video games from hands-on, STEM-based activities. There are a number of different options for your group including; robotics, game coding, STEM activities, drones, virtual reality & other educational programs.

Scout Merit Badges can also be earned at Code Ninjas!

Anita B Gorman Conservation Discovery Center

Kansas City, MO

The Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center is a unique, hands-on, urban conservation education center. Located in the heart of KC, it is a near a large portion of schools.

The Discovery Center offers free educational field trips that follow curriculum standards for your school. Educational programs provide a variety of hands-on learning experiences and workshops for your class or group, including: a butterfly garden, bird feeding garden, and Grow Native demonstrations including prairie wildflowers, wetland, water garden, and manicured upland and lowland forests.

Additionally, families and groups are welcome to attend any of the demonstrations, activities, and self-guided hikes available at the center. There are also tours of the building and grounds showing environmentally friendly ways to build an urban environment in harmony with nature.

The Discovery Center also has a 0.25 mile disabled accessible sidewalk that takes visitors through the Grow Native Gardens on the site.

Kansas City Young Audiences

Kansas City, MO

Almost 200 artists work with KCYA to bring educational arts programs to schools, community centers, hospitals & libraries throughout the KC metro.

You can find many different activities including live performances, art workshops, after-school programs & artist residencies for every age range. These programs are available for nearly all arts, as well as many academic subjects.

KCYA's School and Community Programs reinforce core curriculums for your grade level & promote art in children. Come get creative while practicing problem solving skills at their educational art programs!

Kemper Outdoor Education Center

Blue Springs, MO

The Kemper Outdoor Education Center staff offers guided interpretive programs for classroom field trips, youth groups and organizations. In April, May and September, theX-Stream Green field trip program offers multi-station outdoor education for 1st to 6th grade classrooms. The interpretive staff conducts programs on Snakes, Bats, Skins and Skulls, Butterflies, Birds and Binoculars, Fishing, Recycling, Nature Hikes and much more.

Inside the Nature Center you'll find rock and fossil exhibits, a natural resource library, and mounted examples of native wildlife. The grounds feature nature trails, butterfly and water gardens, wildlife viewing areas, an arboretum, a shelter house, large pond and a day camp site. The Outdoor Classroom offers a valuable resource for hands-on environmental education. Hikers on the Habitat Trail can explore a variety of ecology: wetland, prairie, woodland and cactus glade. Self-guided tours are free of charge.

Sky Zone Trampoline Park Lee's Summit

Lee's Summit, MO

Sky Zone Parks are always working to invent epic new ways to play, gather, and compete. So rally your crew and let's go – it's the perfect place for group activities!

Activities include dodge ball, jousting, foam pits, Ninja Warrior challenges, warped wall, virtual reality & SO much more. Everyone in your group will find something fun to do there…

There are 2 locations in the metro – Lee's Summit & Kansas City (Shawnee), so you can choose the Sky Zone near you. Book your next group event or field trip today and get active while having fun!

Missouri Town 1855

Lee's Summit, MO

See what a progressive farming community, spread across some 30 sloping acres, looked like in the mid-1800s.
Missouri Town 1855 is composed of more than 25 buildings dating from 1820 – 1860. This living history museum uses original structures, furnishings and equipment. Also depicting the 19th Century lifestyles are interpreters in period attire, authentic field and garden crops, and rare livestock breeds.

Explore an authentic Missouri town during your next field trip or event for an excursion your group will never forget. Visit with professional living history interpreters on this self-guided tour.

Burr Oak Woods

Blue Springs, MO

Discover the beauty of nature with the Missouri Department of Conservation at Burr Oak Woods Nature Center in Blue Springs. The nature center offers free programs and activities for classes, troops, field trips, and groups throughout the fall and winter. The center also hosts activities, classes, and events for families and individuals.

Families and groups are also welcome to visit the center to explore the nature center's open savannas, prairies, and woodland areas during visiting hours. For more information, visit the Missouri Department of Conservation's website and be sure to check out their "Nature & You" newsletter to stay up to date on nature programs and events happening in the Kansas City, Missouri region.

Harry Truman Library Institute

Kansas City, MO

Kids learn through interactive exhibits and multi media about the Truman Library & more. They offer guided tours for schools, scout groups, home school groups, or other groups of kids that would like to learn more. Student rate is only $2 per person!

They even have hands-on history program where kids can get their hands on history and learn even more about the Truman Library and other historical events/landmarks. Call 816-268-8200 for more info and scheduling.

Lecompton Historical Society

Lecompton, MO

Lecompton Historical Society would like to extend an open invitation for you to take a step back in time, to look at the rich heritage that led to the formation of their town and the State of Kansas.

Come explore the Lecompton Territorial Museum for your next field trip or group event and learn about Kansas history up through today! Lecompton was founded in 1854 and in 1855, the town became the permanent and only official capital of the Kansas Territory.

During the group activity, you will participate in a "Bleeding Kansas" play, set in the 1850s. So, you will be right in the middle of the action!

College Basketball Experience

Kansas City, MO

Come discover and play while learning! Kids can explore college basketball in interactive experiences in downtown Kansas City.

Kids can shoot hoops, try to beat the clock and even be a sportscaster! But it's not just fun, learn about the history, walk through the Gallery of Honor and Mentor's Circle. They also offer group discounts for your class or group.

Sunset Trails Stables

Lee's Summit, MO

Sunset Trails Stables offers field trips opportunities for a number of organizations including day care facilities, elementary and home schools, girl scouts & boy scouts, church youth groups and many others.

Field trips are available all days of the week, rain or shine, and include two hours of instruction from our staff. You can also eat lunch at the picnic area before or after the field trip. Visitors are encouraged to bring lunch and/or snacks.

The cost is $10 per person for two-hour field trips that include horseback riding. If they do not include horseback riding are $7 per person. Prices are for children and adults regardless of age. All field trip participants are required to have a release form signed by their parent or guardian prior to the day of the field trip. Release forms can be picked up at the Sunset Trails Stables office or printed online. Riding helmets will be provided. Closed toed shoes are required.

Carolyn's Country Cousins Pumpkin Patch

Liberty, MO

Carolyn's Country Cousins Pumpkin Patch is a working farm with easy access from all parts of the Kansas City area, just 2 miles south of Liberty, Missouri. The farm offers Missouri Science Grade Level Curriculum Standards to fit into your school or group's curriculum.

The Pumpkin Patch Tour is a hands-on, educational field trip to help students learn about the farm, how plants grow, and the processes by which food ends up on their table. The educational experience centers around the pumpkins (of course) and will help students understand pollination, soil composition, diversity in farming, and how food is produced from farm to table.

Students will also enjoy a tractor-drawn wagon ride, a pie pumpkin, honey stick, and Carolyn's award winning coloring book (available in 8 languages). Also offered at the Patch are Uncle Earl's Educational Mining Camp & School Tours, options for home school groups and families, as well as activities for special needs children.

Visit Carolyn's Pumpkin Patch online for further details about all of their offerings during pumpkin season.

KC Zoo Field Trips

Kansas City, MO

Book your group trips to the Kansas City Zoo in advance and get discounted ticket options. Explore the animal groups throughout the zoo & learn about each animal type! There is even an interactive classroom available for field trips. The KC Zoo is open daily year-round. Contact [email protected] for more info.

Folly Theater

Kansas City, MO

Children, parents, and school groups will enjoy programs that inspire and entertain, all from the stage of Kansas City's most historic arts venue. Each year the theater hosts a Kids' Show Series, full of fun and educational shows for kids of all ages. Come experience the magic of the Folly Theater with your school or group!

School groups and field trips are encouraged to book well in advance as many show performances sell out months in advance. Tickets are $6 each. The theater provides one complimentary adult ticket for every 10 student tickets purchased.To purchase tickets, call our box office at (816) 474-4444 or print out the following order form. You may mail it, fax it to 816-842-8709 or scan & e-mail it to [email protected]

Historical Mt. Gilead School

Kearney, MO

This historic school was open for 100+ years, then closed in 1946. You can visit this unique field trip to experience the history of a one-room school. Students will participate in an 1880's class, practicing penmanship & arithmetic on slates. You can being up to 30 students, but you must register in advance.

Homschoolers who do not have large enough groups for a normal field trip can participate with its' own theme each week. There will be historic interpretation, crafts & games.

Call 816-736-8500 for more info.

Negro Leagues Baseball Museum

Kansas City, MO

The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum was founded in 1990 in Kansas City, Missouri. The museum is part of the historic 18th & Vine district, which also includes the American Jazz Museum. The museum chronologically charts the progress of the Negro leagues with informative placards and interactive exhibits for your field trip group to explore. Its walls are lined with pictures of players, owners, and officials of Negro league baseball from the Negro National League of 1920 through the Negro American League, which lasted until 1960.As one progresses through the exhibit, one moves forward through the history of Black baseball.

In one area of the museum, there are lockers set up for some of the legends of the Negro leagues. One can see game-worn uniforms, cleats, gloves, and other artifacts from stars such as Josh Gibson. The museum dedicated to preserving the history of Negro league baseball in America, so come check out a special piece of baseball history today!

Fort Osage

Sibly, MO

Journey back to a time when Missouri was "out West" in the wilderness, and experience the lives of the men and women who pioneered the American frontier. Authentically dressed characters provide living-history insights into the daily life of both the military and civilian populations during the tour.

Built in 1808 under the direction of William Clark, co-leader of the Lewis and Clark expedition, the Fort served a dual role. It was both a military garrison and trade center. Overlooking the Missouri River, this historic site has been reconstructed to portray Fort Osage as it was in 1812. Your group will be transported in time to experience true frontier life.

The Money Museum

Kansas City, MO

Admission is FREE, so come learn about money!

One hour-long tours are available September through May to student groups at 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. There must be at least 12 students and no more than 50. You must also register 15 days prior.

To schedule a tour, complete ourKansas City tour form. To schedule a summer visit, please call 816-881-2683.

Mattie Rhodes

Kansas City, MO

Your students, scout group, or other group outing can come create in a one-of-a-kind art studio. Their staff can also bring the art center ot you if you cannot come to them! They offer educational programs in 4 areas:

• Mixed Media
• Fiber/Craft
• Cultural Arts
• Ceramics

There are a wide range of program options for each area. Call 816-221-2349 for more info and to schedule your field trip. All field trips require 2 week scheduling.

The Coterie Theatre

Kansas City, MO

The Coterie Theatre is a non-profit organization, established in 1979, with the mission of providing professional classic and contemporary theatre. Their performances challenge audience and artist expectations, while providing educational, dramatic outreach programs in the community.

This is a nationally-recognized theater, so be sure to plan a field trip for your class to visit!

The Coterie Theatre performs a variety of children's shows year round, perfect for your next field trip or group excursion. Check out their online show calendar now.

Union Station & Science City

Downtown Kansas City, MO

Let curiosity be your guide as you explore this dynamic, hands-on science center! Kids of all ages will experience the amazing world of science first-hand through fun and engaging exhibits and programs. Start your lifelong love of science, learning and discovery at Kansas City's Science Center, Science City! Bring your next class field trip to explore Science City today.

Wayside Waifs

Kansas City, MO

If your group loves animals, plan a field trip at Wayside Waifs!

Their "No More Bullying!" anti-bullying programs focus on preventing violence with animals and people. Visit them online to learn more about the violence prevention program & how to book your group.

Martin City Melodrama

Grandview, MO

Watch a theater show at their new location for your next group outing. Their shows are funny and enjoyable for people of all ages. The show can also come to you if you cannot get a bus! Learn more online like a show schedule & pricing options. They have more than 30 years experience in theater!

St. Joseph Museums

St. Joseph, MO

Explore the many museums in St. Joe Missouri with your kids! Learn about the history of Missouri and families that lived in St. Joe at the Glore Psychiatric Museum, Black Archives Museum, Doll Museum, Native American History & Galleries, & the Wyeth-Tootle Mansion.

There is so much history to explore, you could plan a couple field trips to these museums!

Snow Creek

Weston, MO

Get exercise, have fun, & enjoy the outdoors at this fun field trip. Kids will love snow tubing, skiing, and snowboarding!

There are weekday field trip options starting at $15 per student and after school options starting at $22. Find the option that fits your budget! All prices include the cost of lift tickets and equipment rental.

Snow Creek is open mid-December through mid-March each year, so start planning your field trip now!

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Other Fun Online Resources & Activities:

You can also check out the Field Trip Guide Book to read online!

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• Free Disney Imagineering Course for Kids – Build your own theme park!
• Companies providing free subscriptions to their educational programs!
• Library programs for families – all free!
• Free Educational Websites for Kids to practice STEM concepts. You can find educational companies here too.
• Our favorite museums in KC

We're so grateful to live in a city with so many incredible resources, activities, & opportunities for your young learners, troops, and field trip groups.

We invite you to use this guide full of field trip ideas as you plan your school year and SHARE, SHARE, SHARE with teachers, troop leaders, after-school programs, and any parent planning educational and fun activities to do in Kansas City for their kids!

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