The State of Kansas recognized this area for its significance to the community. The one-block district includes buildings built as early as 1896. The area was developed as the community's second downtown. In the early 1870s, the railroad was a greatly anticipated opportunity, but the Missouri River, Fort Scott and Gulf Rai...
Home to The Johnson County Museum including the 1950s All-Electric House, KidScape, The Theatre in the Park productions at The Black Box Theatre, Fine and Performing Arts programs, facility and event space rentals for up to 300, and so much more!
Explore a dynamic and evolving collection of merchants that offer fresh foods and locally sourced products. Drop by to savor a meal or sip a drink, find handcrafted products, take a cooking class, or relax around the patio fire pits.
The Lenexa Senior Center hosts senior activities, including card games, parties and daily lunchtime meals during the week.
A public meeting and multi-purpose facility featuring a gym, kitchens, concessions and intimate meeting rooms. Located in northern Johnson County just 10 minutes off I-70, 5 minutes off of I-435 and 20 minutes from downtown Kansas City, this space is perfect for any small group looking for a fun, educational or exhibition event.
-- PLEASE NOTE SHAWNEE TOWN 1929 IS OPEN! MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ANYONE OVER THE AGE OF 5 -- Take step back into a 1920s' farm community at Shawnee Town 1929! Paying homage to the city of Shawnee's historical roots, this living history museum focuses on track farming and everything small town in the 1920s. Offering p...
-- PLEASE NOTE THIS POOL IS CLOSED FOR THE 2020 SEASON-- Perfect for the little ones, Splash Cove is a family friendly pool located in downtown Shawnee! With a cheap rate, come for a day of splashing, swimming and soaking up the sun! Whether you are in the mood to relax in the sun or get soaked under our 350 gallon conch shell, Splash Cove offers excitement to those seeking adventure.
Located inside the JCPRD Administration Building, near the front entrance of Shawnee Mission Park, you'll find our Visitor Services. Here you can obtain copies of park maps, trail guides, and the My JCPRD Activities Catalog. You can purchase Kansas State fishing licenses, JCPRD park permits for fishing, boating, archery, an...
Rye celebrates the Midwestern foods that chefs Megan and Colby Garrelts grew up eating. They pay homage to those heritage dishes that the Midwest is known for succulent smoked pork chops, aged steaks, baby back ribs, fried chicken, vegetables just off the stove, Parker House rolls, freshly-made seasonal pies, fruit cobblers...
Thompson Barn is one of the most exciting and popular event spaces in Johnson County. What was once a barn located on the historic Lackman-Thompson estate has now been transformed into the perfect venue for weddings and receptions, parties, business meetings and other events.