The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures, Art museum on the University of Missouri Kansas City campus, United States.
The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures houses more than 80,000 items including vintage toys and miniatures scaled at 1:12, showcasing detailed craftsmanship from the late 17th century to the present day.
Originally established as the Kansas City Toy and Miniature Museum, the institution expanded its focus to emphasize both historical toy collections and the artistry of miniature creation across multiple centuries.
The museum explores social history through exhibits such as Portraits of Childhood, which features Black dolls from the 19th and early 20th centuries, addressing themes of race, gender, and identity.
The museum is open from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Wednesdays through Sundays and is closed on Tuesdays, with free admission and parking available on the university campus.
Many miniatures replicate full-sized objects at 1:12 scale, including rooms, musical instruments, and decorative arts, demonstrating the extraordinary attention to detail and technical skill of dedicated artisans.
Location: Kansas City
Address: 5235 Oak St, Kansas City, MO 64112, USA 64112 Kansas City 64112 Kansas City
Opening Hours: Lunes 10:00-16:00; Miércoles-Domingo 10:00-16:00
Phone: +18162358000
Website: http://toyandminiaturemuseum.org
GPS coordinates: 39.03077,-94.58208
Latest update: December 1, 2025 19:10
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