Tours for Educators at KC’S New MEDIA TECH MUSEUM
One of the many historical technology displays within the Media Tech Museum
Hello, Teachers, Professors and Administrators:
Bring your classroom concepts to life with an immersive, curriculum-aligned field trip to the Media Tech Museum in Kansas City, Missouri. It is an incredible way to explore the history and evolution of the human connection through electronic communications.
Taking your students on a field trip to the Media Tech Museum in Kansas City, Missouri is an incredible way to explore the history of human communication. Located in the heart of the Crossroads Arts District, this museum serves as a vibrant educational resource. It showcases over 1,000 rare artifacts that trace how humanity has shared stories, from 1850s telegraphs to modern digital video.
Transform your lesson plans into an unforgettable experience for your students. Have them step out of the classroom and into the exciting world of analog, digital media and technology.
Why Choose the Media Tech Museum?
• Curriculum-Aligned Learning: Every exhibit reinforces standard academic concepts.
• Immersive Technology: Students interact directly with the evolution of communication devices.
• Career Inspiration: Visitors discover real-world paths in media production.
Educational information about changes in technology are posted throughout the museum. This banner shows a detailed timeline of technology advances since the mid-1800’s.
Tailored for Educational Success
• Our field trips fit your specific educational goals for both the fall and spring semesters.
• We provide guided tours, interactive workshops, and custom curriculum guides to make your planning easy.
• Because many of the artifacts are fragile and within reach, students must be high school- and college-age.
To schedule a visit
Call us at (816) 419-5656
Email us at:
jon@themediatechmuseum.com or jtrozzolo@gmail.com
Visit:
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Field Trip Planning Details
• Location: 1600 Baltimore Ave, Suite 102, Kansas City, MO 64108.
• Hours: Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Closed Sundays and Mondays).
• Student Pricing: Standard student and youth tickets are $10 per person.
• Duration: Plan for at least 30 to 60 minutes to view the main exhibits.
• Transit & Parking: The museum is located just one block away from the 16th & Main KC Streetcar stop, making public transit highly accessible. School buses can utilize nearby street parking or drop off directly in front of the building.