Downtown Shawnee

Americana Summer at the Movies: 1776- The Musical (1972)
2026-07-02 07:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Aztec Theater, 11119 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, 66203, United States
The nation’s fathers harmonize their way through the founding of America in this musical adapted from a popular Broadway show. Colonial representatives gather in Philadelphia with the aim of establishing a set of governmental rules for the burgeoning United States. Benjamin Franklin (Howard da Silva) and John Adams (William Daniels) charge Thomas Jefferson (Ken Howard) with the work of writing a statement announcing the new country’s emancipation from British rule.

Farmers Market
2026-07-04 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-11 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-18 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-25 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-01 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-08 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-15 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-22 07:00 - 12:00 and 5 more dates | Shawnee City Hall Parking Lot, Shawnee City Hall Parking Lot, 11110 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, KS, United States
Visit local farmers to stock up on fresh fruits and vegetables, homemade goods and more every Saturday from May through October. You can shop in the City Hall parking lot at 11110 Johnson Drive from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. We are excited to see you for this Farmers Market season!
Every Saturday thru October 24th
7:00am-12:00pm

History Highlight Tours: Technology in 1920s America
2026-07-11 10:30 - 23:30 | Shawnee Town 1929, 11501 W 57th St,, Shawnee, KS, 66203
Explore unique stories of American life in a 1920s Kansas town with our special History Highlights Tour Series! Each Saturday tour includes special featured stories and a custom guided route led by our professional museum staff, who get to highlight their favorite facts and collections around our town and farm.

Tours are designed for adults and kids 5th grade and higher. Tour is included with General Admission. Admission is free from 10AM-12PM with a Johnson County Library card. Space is first come, first serve. Friends of Shawnee Town Members are entitled to free general admission (based on their Membership Level).
Inventing the American Road Trip
June 13
10AM-11:30AM
Explore the rise of America’s Favorite Vacation, as new inventions like the automobile, paved roads, gas stations, National Parks, and more encouraged families hit the road! Each tour includes special featured stories and a custom guided route led by our professional museum staff, who get to highlight their favorite facts and collections around our town and farm.
The Roaring 20s: Life in Small Town America
June 27
10AM-11:30AM
Everybody’s seen the glamorous Hollywood version of the 1920s – flappers, champagne, fast cars and shorter skirts – but what was daily life REALLY like in America? Explore real life in a Kansas City streetcar town, from their jobs and families to their clothes and what they’d do for fun! Each tour includes special featured stories and a custom guided route led by our professional museum staff, who get to highlight their favorite facts and collections around our town and farm.
Technology in 1920s America
July 11
10AM-11:30AM
Life is moving fast in America – it seems like technology is changing by the minute! Explore all the new inventions around our 1920s town, from telephones and electricity to automobiles, gas stations, and canned food, and how people in America were adapting! Each tour includes special featured stories and a custom guided route led by our professional museum staff, who get to highlight their favorite facts and collections around our town and farm.
Segregated America: Life in 1920s Kansas
July 25
10AM-11:30AM
150 years after America declared their independence and 60 years after the end of slavery, the nation still had a great deal of work ahead to achieve real equality. On this tour, we’ll explore life for different families in 1920s Shawnee – Black Americans, new immigrants, Catholics, indigenous Shawnee – they all worked to overcome challenges and help their children thrive, and our staff will help you explore the personal stories the Museum is researching!
Feeding America: 1920s Truck Farming
August 8
10AM-11:30AM
What is Truck Farming? Is it a farm that grows trucks? On this tour, you’ll find out! Explore the farming industry that fed Kansas City’s industrial revolution and sent food across America! Tour includes a deep-dive into the working farm garden and the ground–breaking (pun intended!) innovations that farmers used across eastern Kansas!
Tour with the Director!
August 22
10AM-11:30AM
As our summer’s final History Highlight Tour, you’ll get a private tour with our Museum Director Charlie Pautler who will share all his favorite artifacts and stories around Shawnee Town 1929! Enjoy behind–the–scenes content on the museum’s long evolution and a surprise route highlighting different areas of our town and farm!

Moonlight Market
2026-07-16 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-20 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-17 16:00 - 20:00
Gather up your family and friends and head to downtown Shawnee for our popular monthly Moonlight Market! You’ll be able to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from our Farmers Market, shop for unique local crafts and handmade items, all while enjoying live music and FREE kids activities. While you are downtown, make sure to stop in our local restaurants, breweries, and shops. 4 to 8 pm. Shawnee City Hall Parking Lot, 11110 Johnson Drive

History Highlight Tours: Segregated America- Life in 1920s Kansas
2026-07-25 10:30 - 11:30 | Shawnee Town 1929, 11501 W 57th St,, Shawnee, KS, 66203

Jammin' on the Green: Betse & Clarke String Band
2026-07-29 19:00 - 20:30 | Shawnee Town 1929, 11501 W 57th St,, Shawnee, KS, 66203
Join us for another season of Shawnee Town 1929’s FREE concert series, sponsored by the Friends of Shawnee Town! Held at the Museum bandstand, these performances offer the perfect evening of music and community.
Guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or take advantage of the available picnic tables and bench seating. We provide bottled water and snacks, and well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome to join the fun.

2026 Concert Lineup
All concerts are held on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 PM.

May 27: Grand Marquis
June 24: Vine Street Rumble Jazz Orchestra (Featuring an America 250 Medley)
July 29: Betse & Clarke String Band
August 26: AnnaLee and the Lucky So-and-So’s
September 30: KC Ukesters

Admission and Details:

Admission: FREE
Entrance: 11501 W. 57th Street, Shawnee, KS 66203
Inclement Weather: In the case of extreme weather, Jammin’ on the Green will be moved indoors to Town Hall. The Statusfy line will be updated as soon as possible. You can call 913-815-2122 or visit the Statusfy website.

Time Travelers Lunch with Friends of Shawnee Town
2026-08-06 11:30 - 13:00 | Shawnee Town 1929, 11501 W 57th St,, Shawnee, KS, 66203
Time Travelers
A man in a denim shirt talks to a group of childrenStep back in time and experience life in 1929 at Shawnee Town’s Time Travelers Summer Series. Families are invited to explore interactive programs featuring hands-on activities at the historic truck farm and recreated downtown.
Enjoy returning favorites like farmstead laundry and grocery shopping, along with special themed activities that change throughout the summer. Each visit offers something new to discover.
Activities are included with general admission. Friends of Shawnee Town family members receive free admission all summer.
During program hours, guided tours are not available. Visitors are encouraged to explore at their own pace and engage with staff and volunteers throughout the site.
Explore the schedule below for a full list of daily themes and activities.
Life on a Truck Farm
June 23 and 25
Busy farm season ahead! Harvest veggies, hang laundry, feed chickens, and prepare lunch in the kitchen.
America’s 250th Birthday
June 30 and July 2
Party like it’s 1776 for America’s Birthday with cupcakes, games, a reading of the Declaration of Independence and more! Wear flag colors and pack a picnic!
Animal Farm
July 7 and 9
Discover animal life on a truck farm! Feed the chickens, and visit the barnyard’s sheep, goats, and milking cow.
It’s All Fun and Games
July 14 and 16
Play classic games of the 1920s! Tug of War, Sack Races, Horseshoes and MORE!
Keep It Clean
July 21 and 23
Summer farm cleanup! Wash the family car, tidy the house, and prep veggies for market.
Get a Job
July 28 and 30
Step into the shoes of Shawnee townspeople 100 years ago! Each visitor gets a surprise identity to explore.
Time for a Party!
August 4 and 6
Get the Farm ready to host a party! – that means making flower arrangements, mowing the lawn, and prepping food!

History Highlight Tours: Feeding America- 1920s Truck Farming
2026-08-08 10:30 - 23:30 | Shawnee Town 1929, 11501 W 57th St,, Shawnee, KS, 66203

Americana Summer at the Movies: Wings (1927)
2026-08-13 07:00 - 20:30 | Aztec Theater, 11119 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, 66203, United States
The original 1927 movie WINGSSponsored by Shawnee Town 1929Part of the Americana Summer at the Movies series
Thursday, August 13 at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30pm. Tickets start at $8.00

Wings (1927) is a silent movie and holds the distinction of being the first film to win the Academy Award for Outstanding Picture (now Best Picture) at the inaugural 1929 Oscars. It is a war romance directed by William A. Wellman, featuring Clara Bow, known for its intense, realistic aerial combat scenes.
Key details about the film include:

Audio: While primarily a silent film, it was released with a synchronized musical score and sound effects, making it one of the last great silent spectaculars.
Legacy: It is renowned for groundbreaking, real-life aerial cinematography.
Awards: It won Best Picture and Best Engineering Effects at the 1st Academy Awards.

Wings is the first film to win the Academy Award® for Best Picture. Featuring a meticulous restoration and a newly recorded soundtrack based on the original score. This timeless story of love and loss follows two men who go to war and the girl they leave behind. Popular Twenties “It” girl Clara Bow stars with Richard Arlen, Charles “Buddy” Rogers and Gary Cooper in a legendary cameo appearance.

Dog Days of Summer
2026-08-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Shawnee Town 1929, 11501 W 57th St,, Shawnee, KS, 66203
Every dog has his day, and yours is no exception! Bring your favorite four-legged friend to Shawnee Town for a 1920s-style adventure in our historic downtown. From splash pools to high-flying stunts, it’s a paws-itively perfect morning for the whole family.

Saturday, August 15
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
FREE admission!

Event Highlights

KC Disc Dogs: Don’t miss the spectacular high-flying demonstration!
Browse dog-friendly vendors, community services, and local, people-friendly food trucks.
Enjoy splash pools, music, and great vibes.
Enter for raffle prizes and bragging rights in our famous contests.

Is your dog a winner? Enter one of our contest categories:

Best Dressed
Waggiest Tail
Sweetest Smile
Biggest Bark
Best Bad Hair Day
Longest Tongue
Smallest Dog
Largest Dog
Star Senior (Ages 9+)
Puppy Love (Under 1 year)

All dogs must be kept on a leash.
Weather: Rain or shine!

History Highlight Tours: Tour with the Director!
2026-08-22 10:30 - 11:30 | Shawnee Town 1929, 11501 W 57th St,, Shawnee, KS, 66203

Jammin' on the Green: AnnaLee and the Lucky So & Sos
2026-08-26 19:00 - 20:30 | Shawnee Town 1929, 11501 W 57th St,, Shawnee, KS, 66203

Wheels & Dreams Car, Truck, And Bike Show
2026-09-13 12:00 - 16:00 | Shawnee Town 1929, 11501 W 57th St,, Shawnee, KS, 66203
Gear heads and car aficionados are invited to the annual Wheels and Dreams Car, Truck, and Bike Show. With live music, vendors, food trucks, and, of course, hundreds of classic and souped-up vehicles, it’s the perfect weekend outing for the family. Have a cool ride you want to show off? You can do that too! 1 to 4 pm.

Annual Friends of Shawnee Town Craft Fair
2026-09-19 09:00 - 16:00 | Shawnee Town 1929, 11501 W 57th St,, Shawnee, KS, 66203
The Annual Friends of Shawnee Town Craft Fair & Fall Festival welcomes dozens of vendors showcasing their hand-made and re-purposed items. There will be FREE kids’ activities, food trucks and live music. Admission is just $1 per person, collected at the gates. All money raised benefits the Museum and its educational programs. 9 am to 4 pm.

Americana Summer at the Movies: The General (1926)
2026-09-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Aztec Theater, 11119 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, 66203, United States
The original 1926 silent movie THE GENERALSponsored by Shawnee Town 1929Part of the Americana Summer at the Movies series
Thursday, September 24 at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30pm. Tickets start at $8.00
One of the most revered comedies of the silent era, this 1926 Silent film finds hapless Southern railroad engineer Johnny Gray (Buster Keaton) facing off against Union soldiers during the American Civil War. When Johnny’s fiancée, Annabelle Lee (Marion Mack), is accidentally taken away while on a train stolen by Northern forces, Gray pursues the soldiers, using various modes of transportation in comic action scenes that highlight Keaton’s boundless wit and dexterity.

LOCATION & PARKING We are located at 11119 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, KS. There is parking behind the theater, along the street and across the street.FOOD & BEVERAGE OPTIONS Our full bar includes domestic & craft beer, as well as a full selection of alcohol and specialty drinks. Soft drinks, popcorn, and snacks are also available at the bar. Outside food from local downtown Shawnee restaurants and grills can be brought into the venue (we love helping support our business friends in downtown Shawnee). No outside drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) are allowed in the venue.Food Trucks are often outside of Transport Brewery. They may change without notice.What we offer our patronsNO advanced ticketing fees!! The price you see online is the price you pay! Ticket pricing does increase the day of the show. Tables with seats that include admission to the venue are available (while supplies last) either in the VIP section, or near the stage.
Venue seatingThe auditorium has 182 seats, including 130 general admission theater seats, 52 seats at 14 different tables, and 4 ADA Wheelchair spots.Website– www.aztecshawnee.com

Jammin' on the Green: Kansas City Ukesters
2026-09-30 07:00 - 20:30 | Shawnee Town 1929, 11501 W 57th St,, Shawnee, KS, 66203
join us for another season of Shawnee Town 1929’s FREE concert series, sponsored by the Friends of Shawnee Town! Held at the Museum bandstand, these performances offer the perfect evening of music and community.
Guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or take advantage of the available picnic tables and bench seating. We provide bottled water and snacks, and well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome to join the fun.

2026 Concert Lineup
All concerts are held on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 PM.

May 27: Grand Marquis
June 24: Vine Street Rumble Jazz Orchestra (Featuring an America 250 Medley)
July 29: Betse & Clarke String Band
August 26: AnnaLee and the Lucky So-and-So’s
September 30: KC Ukesters
