Sensory-Friendly Early Admission at the Farmstead

Date + Time

05/06/2025
8:00 am - 9:00 am

Location

Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead
13800 Switzer Rd.
Overland Park, KS 66221

Description
Experience Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead in a calm and welcoming environment during Sensory Friendly Early Admission Days. Designed for individuals with sensory sensitivities and their families, this event offers a supportive space to explore the farmstead with reduced crowds and minimal background noise. Tickets must be purchased online in advance due to limited occupancy. At 9 a.m., the farmstead opens to the general public, but attendees are welcome to stay for the remainder of the day until closing at 5 p.m.

Dates

Event Features:

  • Sound domes are turned off and used only for emergency announcements
  • Clearly marked quiet zones and high-noise areas
  • A limited number of noise-canceling headphones are available at the entrance
  • Select education areas and attractions open, including the General Store, Ice Cream Parlor and Mining and Fishing Shack
  • Goat feeding through the fence after the running of the goats at 8:10 a.m.
  • Movie theater available as a quiet zone (no movie playing)
Concessions at the Farmhouse and Dairy Barn and wagon rides will not be available during this time.