The Rabbit hOle is the first museum of its kind in the United States. Spanning three floors, the Rabbit hOle brings countless works of children’s literature to life. Visitors become explorers in an immersive, multi-sensory, narrative landscape filled with discoverable environments.

Group visits to The Rabbit hOle are always welcome. However, if you arrive with presents or food or party favors, you will be required to return them to your car before entering the museum. CLOSED EASTER SUNDAY, 4/20/25

At The Rabbit hOle, we are committed to making our museum accessible to all visitors. We believe that everyone should be able to enjoy and engage with our exhibits and programming.

The Rabbit hOle is the first museum of its kind in the United States. Spanning three floors, the Rabbit hOle brings countless works of children’s literature to life. Visitors become explorers in an immersive, multi-sensory, narrative landscape filled with discoverable environments.

The Rabbit hOle is a new museum experience celebrating 100 years of children’s literature for people of all ages. Visitors will become explorers in an immersive, multi-sensory, narrative landscape filled with discoverable environments.

When the fire bell rings, Pickles will slide down the fire pole to help put out the flames or rescue a fellow neighborhood cat from the tree. Visitors to the Hook & Ladder Co 7 will find their own fire pole so they can learn to do big things, just like the Fire Cat.

Rabbit Hole museum brings classic children's books to life. The NBC Nightly News (May 7, 2024) A Report from the Rabbit Hole. The Horn Book (April 18, 2024) An immersive museum in Kansas City allows kids to explore their favorite books. NPR (April 17, 2024) Once Upon a Time, the World of Picture Books Came to Life. The New York Times (April 1 ...

The Rabbit hOle was founded in 2015 by Pete Cowdin and Debbie Pettid, longtime artists and operators of the Reading Reptile, one of America’s most beloved children’s bookstores for nearly 30 years.

We are looking for a skilled Fabricator with experience in building mechanical elements to design and fabricate complex, creative mechanical and electronic exhibits for our museum environment.

Volunteering is a tremendous way to support The Rabbit hOle and its mission. We depend on our volunteer team to help ensure a quality museum experience for every visitor. We have been …