Museum to close exhibits, open new one
Johnson County Museum’s popular “Free to Be...A 1960s Fashion Revolution” special exhibit will be coming to an end on Jan. 11. Also, on display at the museum through Jan. 4 is a separate special exhibit called “Home for the Holidays at the All-Electric House.”
Curated in collaboration with Johnson County Community College’s Fashion Merchandising and Design Department, the “Free to Be” exhibit features a treasure trove of iconic 1960s garments which highlight the groundbreaking trends of the era.
“Home for the Holidays celebrates the 65th anniversary of the aluminum Christmas tree. The exhibit showcases 20 holiday trees from the private collection of Steve and Mary Pruitt of Overland Park.
Both current special exhibits are included with regular museum admission. Museum hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors and $4 for children.
Next up at the museum is a special exhibit titled “Ripples: Water, Community and You,” which opens Feb. 8, and will run through Jan. 11, 2026. This exhibit will take visitors on a journey through the history of water in Johnson County, revealing how this essential resource has continuously influenced our environment and community development.
The Johnson County Museum is located inside the Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center, 8788 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park. For more information, call 913-826-2787.