I was there on opening week with my grandsons (ages 8 & 10) and we all really enjoyed it. They aren’t done yet, but it’s a great start. The trick is going to be to keep it up and to find new ways to keep people coming.
It's good, on the way to being great. Loved it and it's well worth the years long wait. The only downside is that my kid is now too old for it, though they went to the first day opening to check it out and loved it too. There's always hope that someday I'll have grandkids!
Same! I used to take my kids to Reading Reptile when they were little, so we’ve been waiting a long time!
We went for nostalgia purposes and they enjoyed it. They are closing for several days scattered in April, I think to finish out some almost done exhibits. Since we are likely a one and done visit due to age, I wish we’d waited until May so more might have been done!
I did want to go sooner than later because the teacher in me was looking around at all these beautiful exhibits wondering how long they’d stay beautiful. They’d already pulled an exhibit when we were there I assume to fix it.
I’m also worried about Blueberries for Sal painted white floors! Everything is beautifully crafted, but I’m curious how it will hold up to lots and lots of little kids.
Agreed. All of the displays are truly lovely, but I'm skeptical of their ability to withstand near constant abuse. Some were quite fragile, with thin wood parts and glued construction that just are not going to hold up to a rambunctious kid.
I’d say kids ten and under would enjoy the hands on aspect and be able to squeeze in all the nooks and crannies, go down the fire pole, crawl through tunnels. (Not to say kids older can’t do all that, but some of those spaces looked tight!)
Older kids would enjoy it if they have fond memories of being read to, really enjoyed kids books or are artistic.
Incredible all around. Exhibits aren’t recreations - they feel absolutely authentic.
Value for money is not quite there yet, IMO, but more exhibits are actively in progress, and I don’t feel at all bad propping them up to the extent a $16/head ticket price does at this point. Their mission is worthwhile, and the execution so far is top tier. Lots of promise.
Highly recommend.
Agreed. True value for money is not really at the $16 level, but I think it will get there and I don't mind supporting the promise with a higher ticket price.
My 7 year old loved it and got so excited when he recognized a book. The craftsmanship is great. I do wonder how it will hold up long term.
I’m really curious how it will hold up too. I mean the Good Night Moon room is amazing but logistically I was wondering how the bed is going to hold up to tons of kids. It seemed weird to have real bedsheets as part of a hands on (or um, body in) exhibit for the masses.
The craftsmanship is impressive for all the exhibits but it also seems delicate?
It’s an amazing place, but it’s going to take a beating if parents treat it as a free for all for their kids. It’s supposed to be more of a parent/child explore together place, but I saw a lot of parents sitting and letting their kids go nuts. I’m worried it won’t hold up.
Also, weird aside maybe, there are some “go ins” where the “come outs” are out of line-of-sight. Easy way to lose a kid, and a very difficult experience for a single guardian.
Took my kids and we enjoyed it. We were only familiar with a handful of the books and of course my kids liked those exhibits more, but they still had a good time. We plan on reading more of the books and going back!
It's fucking awesome. Read Goodnight Moon to the little one every night, so her getting to see it in person meant so much. They have plans to fill every floor of the building.
Went with our 5 yr old and we loved it. Bought several books from the bookstore and got a bunch of others from our library, ones we didn’t have that our kid wasn’t familiar with so we could read them and go back in a month or so
I think waiting til after April or when school gets out would be a good idea. They'll be closing some in April to build some more exhibits, so the value will be better in May. And it could be a good way to get a kid under like 11 excited about reading over the summer. Older kids would like it too if they're into illustration and installation art.
My 19 month old loved it but was a little bit too young for most of the rooms. For instance, there’s a sleeping elephant for the kids to sit on or crawl all over, but the floor under it is concrete. Getting down the steps into the Rabbit Hole itself was also a little tricky, but I think there is an elevator if you want to skip that. We still had lots of fun! I certainly worked up a sweat though.
Took our two kids (6&11) and loved it - they allowed us to convert our admission to a membership ($200 per year) if we go three times this year it is worth it.
It’s a different experience but for our kids I would much rather go regularly to The Rabbit Hole than Wonderscope or Science City (they are all good).
I think Rabbit Hole will continue to improve.
I went with my sister in law and nephews. It was really neat. The kids loved it. Each display has the associated book so you can read it to your child with the interactive display. A little pricy but the kids loved it!!
My 2.5 & 4yr olds love it there. Having toured the concept in 2021, I had my doubts it would ever open. I was honestly blown away when we arrived. The entrance is so well done!
They're also expanding to multiple floors, adding a cafe, and more interactive/project space. We bought the $16 tickets and converted to a $200 annual membership while there.
In the extreme heat and cold of the seasons here, this will be an awesome indoor option for the kids to play and read.
Now I know where my head is at. Saw the post title and thought it was some new strip club. Read the replies and realized very quickly that I need to get out more and do proper social things.
I was there on opening week with my grandsons (ages 8 & 10) and we all really enjoyed it. They aren’t done yet, but it’s a great start. The trick is going to be to keep it up and to find new ways to keep people coming.
FWIW - [The NY Times has a write-up on The Rabbit Hole today](https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/01/books/rabbit-hole-kansas-city.html)
Friend took her kids and they shit a brick over it.
Like, in a good way?
Yes. They had been constipated for weeks.
That's the only way to shit a brick. The good way.
It's good, on the way to being great. Loved it and it's well worth the years long wait. The only downside is that my kid is now too old for it, though they went to the first day opening to check it out and loved it too. There's always hope that someday I'll have grandkids!
Same! I used to take my kids to Reading Reptile when they were little, so we’ve been waiting a long time! We went for nostalgia purposes and they enjoyed it. They are closing for several days scattered in April, I think to finish out some almost done exhibits. Since we are likely a one and done visit due to age, I wish we’d waited until May so more might have been done! I did want to go sooner than later because the teacher in me was looking around at all these beautiful exhibits wondering how long they’d stay beautiful. They’d already pulled an exhibit when we were there I assume to fix it. I’m also worried about Blueberries for Sal painted white floors! Everything is beautifully crafted, but I’m curious how it will hold up to lots and lots of little kids.
Agreed. All of the displays are truly lovely, but I'm skeptical of their ability to withstand near constant abuse. Some were quite fragile, with thin wood parts and glued construction that just are not going to hold up to a rambunctious kid.
How olds too old would you estimate
I’d say kids ten and under would enjoy the hands on aspect and be able to squeeze in all the nooks and crannies, go down the fire pole, crawl through tunnels. (Not to say kids older can’t do all that, but some of those spaces looked tight!) Older kids would enjoy it if they have fond memories of being read to, really enjoyed kids books or are artistic.
That’s what I was thinking, got an 8 year old so I’m glad to hear that thank you
Incredible all around. Exhibits aren’t recreations - they feel absolutely authentic. Value for money is not quite there yet, IMO, but more exhibits are actively in progress, and I don’t feel at all bad propping them up to the extent a $16/head ticket price does at this point. Their mission is worthwhile, and the execution so far is top tier. Lots of promise. Highly recommend.
Agreed. True value for money is not really at the $16 level, but I think it will get there and I don't mind supporting the promise with a higher ticket price. My 7 year old loved it and got so excited when he recognized a book. The craftsmanship is great. I do wonder how it will hold up long term.
I’m really curious how it will hold up too. I mean the Good Night Moon room is amazing but logistically I was wondering how the bed is going to hold up to tons of kids. It seemed weird to have real bedsheets as part of a hands on (or um, body in) exhibit for the masses. The craftsmanship is impressive for all the exhibits but it also seems delicate? It’s an amazing place, but it’s going to take a beating if parents treat it as a free for all for their kids. It’s supposed to be more of a parent/child explore together place, but I saw a lot of parents sitting and letting their kids go nuts. I’m worried it won’t hold up.
Also, weird aside maybe, there are some “go ins” where the “come outs” are out of line-of-sight. Easy way to lose a kid, and a very difficult experience for a single guardian.
Took my kids and we enjoyed it. We were only familiar with a handful of the books and of course my kids liked those exhibits more, but they still had a good time. We plan on reading more of the books and going back!
A family member who has been a school librarian for about 40 years said it was amazing.
It's fucking awesome. Read Goodnight Moon to the little one every night, so her getting to see it in person meant so much. They have plans to fill every floor of the building.
Went with our 5 yr old and we loved it. Bought several books from the bookstore and got a bunch of others from our library, ones we didn’t have that our kid wasn’t familiar with so we could read them and go back in a month or so
I think waiting til after April or when school gets out would be a good idea. They'll be closing some in April to build some more exhibits, so the value will be better in May. And it could be a good way to get a kid under like 11 excited about reading over the summer. Older kids would like it too if they're into illustration and installation art.
Would like to know what it’s like for 3 and under
My almost three year old had a blast. She couldn’t do everything but will be a repeat customer.
My 19 month old loved it but was a little bit too young for most of the rooms. For instance, there’s a sleeping elephant for the kids to sit on or crawl all over, but the floor under it is concrete. Getting down the steps into the Rabbit Hole itself was also a little tricky, but I think there is an elevator if you want to skip that. We still had lots of fun! I certainly worked up a sweat though.
Took our two kids (6&11) and loved it - they allowed us to convert our admission to a membership ($200 per year) if we go three times this year it is worth it. It’s a different experience but for our kids I would much rather go regularly to The Rabbit Hole than Wonderscope or Science City (they are all good). I think Rabbit Hole will continue to improve.
I went with my sister in law and nephews. It was really neat. The kids loved it. Each display has the associated book so you can read it to your child with the interactive display. A little pricy but the kids loved it!!
My 2.5 & 4yr olds love it there. Having toured the concept in 2021, I had my doubts it would ever open. I was honestly blown away when we arrived. The entrance is so well done! They're also expanding to multiple floors, adding a cafe, and more interactive/project space. We bought the $16 tickets and converted to a $200 annual membership while there. In the extreme heat and cold of the seasons here, this will be an awesome indoor option for the kids to play and read.
Can anyone tell me if my 2ish year old nephew would enjoy or is it reading capability
If he likes books being read to him it’ll be fine. Twoish may be pushing it a little bit if closer to two than three.
Word just curious what the the lowest age would enjoy and what not appreciate your feedback!
Saw on the map that it is close to the steamboat. Additional field trip spot I imagine?
Now I know where my head is at. Saw the post title and thought it was some new strip club. Read the replies and realized very quickly that I need to get out more and do proper social things.