National Museum of Toys & Miniatures

Kansas City


Over 100 years of toys spread over 38 rooms, including the world’s largest fine-scale miniature collection. There are 51,000 toys, 3320 dolls and 1600 army soldiers, making this museum one of the largest of its kind. Special exhibitions can be delightful.


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