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Arabia Steamboat Museum
Arabia Steamboat Museum
Crossroads/Downtown
view website400 Grand Blvd.
Kansas City, MO 64106
816-471-4030
Good-for-Kids Rating
Babies
Toddlers & Pre-KSchool-Age KidsPre-Teens & Teens
History Museum
Special Collection
Neighborhood
Arabia Steamboat Museum Description
Enter the Arabia Steamboat Museum and you become a part of local history. Throw in a few tales of treasure hunting, and most kids will be hooked on the tale of the ill-fated Arabia and her cargo, which seems all the more precious today when viewing the necessities of everyday life that traveled along the Missouri River more than a century ago. Located in the colorful City Market district, grab a coffee and browse the shops after touring the museum.
Kid Tips
Babies: The tour is sufficiently brief to allow babies to tag along without too much fuss. Family-friendly restrooms are located on the lower level across from the theater.
Toddlers & Pre-K: Little kids might not be engaged by the initial talk and video presentation, but they are sure to be wowed by the big (replica) paddlewheel.
School-Age Kids: Tell kids to pay attention to the short video that describes the discovery of the Arabia, because someone starring in it might appear and give a talk after the lights come on.
Pre-Teens & Teens: Questions are encouraged during the tour, so tell older kids not to be shy and ask any questions they might have about treasure hunting and the preservation of artifacts.
Planning Notes
- Free under 3. Kids ages 4 to 12 are $4.75.
- Free parking. Parking is free at the museum, too.
- Go shopping. The gift shop helps support the museum, which relies solely upon admission and sales to continue its restoration efforts.
Just the Facts
Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (last tour at 4 p.m.); Sun. noon-5 p.m. (last tour at 3:30 p.m.)
Fees: $10-$20
Recommended Time: 1 - 2 hours
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