This 501c3 not-for-profit group operates as part of the Arts and Recreation Foundation of Overland Park, Kansas, and was designed to promote and support the Farmstead.

Memberships(includes free admission for one year)

Family Membership:Overland Park Resident — $35 | Non resident — $50

Patron Membership: $100

Farm Trail and Schoolhouse Bricks — $50 each.

Benches and Swings — Bench donations are $400 and swings are $500.

Sunflower Club — Available from $500 – $5,000.

Beverly’s Butterfly Garden — Houses are $200 each, and benches are $400.

For detailed information about all of these programs, please pick up a supplement brochure.

To support the park, the Friends of the Farmstead have established a volunteer program with many fun and exciting opportunities. Our volunteers make each visitor’s trip to the Farmstead a high quality and memorable one. Contact the Volunteer Coordinator at farmsteadvolunteer@opkansas.org or fill out a volunteer interest form.

The Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead, established in 1978, was designed to depict a turn of the century farm. This beautiful and diverse park provides a fun, safe and educational farm environment that cultivates an appreciation of farm life, wildlife and Kansas Heritage.

Vic’s General Store Step back in time to experience a place where farmers came from miles around to purchase supplies. Alex & Emily’s Ice Cream ParlorOutfitted with an authentic turn of the century back bar and featuring hand-dipped ice cream.

Ben’s BankGet your Discovery Passbook to learn more about the farm and document your adventures.

Dairy BarnVisit the calves and watch daily milking demonstrations.

Kansas Indian EncampmentSee an earthen lodge filled with artifacts and furs.

Nature TrailBe sure to visit the Butterfly Garden, Chime Garden and Repose Area.

Helen’s Country SchoolhouseA re-creation of a 1900s one-room schoolhouse.

Master GardenersEnjoy the beauty of an area that is planted and kept by the Master Gardeners of Johnson County. Prairie Playground & Pedal TractorsSee the log cabin, fort, sand pit, swings and all the slides. Or go take a ride around the track.

Scheduled HoursMonday – Sunday | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides$3 per person | Under 1 year free

Enjoy the view of local wildlife on a relaxing hayride through the woods.

Rides end at3:00 pm Monday – Friday4:00 pm Saturday – Sunday

Pony Rides$3 per child | Must be 3 to ride

Hop on one of our ponies and take a ride around the figure 8 track.

Grandpa Bob’s Fishing Pond$3 per rental

Relax by the pond with a cane pole in hand. Includes pole & worms. No outside poles allowed.

Mining$5 regular bag | $7.50 large bag

Fill your sifter and search for hidden treasures.

Goat Bottle Feeding$1 per bottle

Be sure to purchase a bottle to feed these little guys. Their antics are sure to bring a smile to all who see them.

Combo PacksSave $5

Purchase a combo pack for $10. Includes a ticket for each of the above activities.

Schoolhouse Crafts$2 each

Children delight in creating artistic crafts and taking them home. Gift Cards are available at Ticket Booth and General Store.

Birthday PartiesMonday – Thursday $100 | Friday – Sunday $150

Reservations required. Cost includes up to 40 admissions. Friday – Sunday. Additional guests are $2 each. Age 1 and under free.

The Farmstead offers a birthday package that includes:

• A reserved party corral for 2 ½ hours. Choose from 10 different corrals available.

• A souvenir T-shirt and cowpoke hat.

• 20 activity tickets to be redeemed at wagon rides, pony rides, fishing and/or mining.

Available times are posted on the city’s Web site, www.opkansas.org. Reserve your party online and save the $5 permit fee. To make your reservation over the phone with a Visa, MasterCard or Discover card, call 913.895.6390.

Farm Tours

Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm. Reservations required. $5 per person. Includes a guided tour, a wagon ride and feed for the goats.

History ToursMonday – Thursday, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm. Reservations required. $5 per person

The tour includes three 45-minute learning centers:

• The Kanza Indian Encampment

• Helen’s Country Schoolhouse

• Grandpa Bob’s Fishing Pond

Prairie Pavilion

Monday – Thursday | $350 per day

Friday – Sunday | $550 per day

Cost includes up to 150 admissions. Additional guests are $2 each. Age 1 and under free.

To make reservations, please call Leisure Services at 913.895.6390 or go online to www.opkansas.org.

April 1 – October 31 | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Memorial Day to Labor DayExtended Hours

9:00 am – 8:00 pm Tuesday & Thursday

AdmissionMonday – Thursday | Free

Friday – Sunday | $2 per person Age 1 and under Free

Two Free Weekends | July 15-17 & Aug 19-21

2010 Special Events Pet Pals | May 711:00 am – 3:00 pm

Dairy Day | June 1111:00 am – 3:00 pm

Fishing Tournament | July 97:30 am – 10:00 am

Chicken Run | July 307:30 am Check-in

OP5K | Aug 136:30 am Check-in

Safety Day | Aug 2710:00 am – 2:00 pm

Harvest Day | Sept 1711:00 am – 3:00 pm

Pumpkin Hollow | Sept 23 – Oct 27 Mon – Thurs 10:00 am – 3:00 pmFri – Sat 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Night of the Living Farm | Oct 21 – 22 & Oct 28 – 29 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

The Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead13800 Switzer RoadOverland Park, Kansas 66221913.897.2360

For more information check out our Web site, www.opkansas.org.

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