The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures

Review & FAQ:

• What is The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures?
  • The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures, formerly known as the Kansas City Toy and Miniature Museum, houses the world's largest collection of fine-scale miniatures and antique toys.
• Where is the museum located?
  • Located on the campus of the University of Missouri Kansas City in a John McKecknie-designed building.
• When was the museum founded?
  • The museum was founded in 1982 with items from avid collectors and lifelong friends Mary Harris Francis and Barbara Hall Marshall.
• How large is the museum?
  • Boasting more than 33,000 square feet of exhibit space, the museum has been in operation for more than three decades.
• How many objects are on display?
  • The museum features more than 72,000 objects, including the world’s largest collection of marbles, collections of teddy bears, Tinker Toys, and Barbie Dolls.
• What is the contact information for The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures?
  • Address: 5235 Oak Street, Kansas City, MO 64112, Phone: 816-235-8000

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