Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center
We strive to offer dynamic, engaging and quality programming for the disciplines associated with Fine & Performing Arts where the experience of the participant is paramount. Our teaching is current, intentional, and focused in order to foster a life-long passion and appreciation for the arts in all participants.
The Johnson County Museum and Kidscape are housed in the same building as the Arts & Heritage Center. Troops are encouraged to make a day out of their outing here!
Address: 8788 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 66212
Registration Requirements: All girls participating in this activity must be registered Girl Scout members and it is recommended that all adults are also registered members. At a minimum, all adults must have completed and approved background check. If non-registered individuals (adults or tags) plan to participate in this activity, supplemental insurance is required. Use the Insurance Purchase Form to purchase insurance at least 3 weeks prior to the event. Completed forms can be emailed to programapprovals@gsksmo.org.
YOU SCHEDULE IT! OPPORTUNITIES:
Fine Art
All Levels
Create a one-of-a-kind you-schedule-it fine arts event to explore your creative side! Work with Fine Arts Coordinator to plan a workshop(s) to fulfill requirements for arts-related badges or to bond with your troop. We can do painting, ceramics, mixed media, among other art forms as well as specialty events including bridging ceremonies and outdoor art. Girls can complete steps in the following petals, badges, and journeys:
Daisy Petals & Badges:
- Vi: Be a Sister to Every Girl Scout
- Tula: Courageous and Strong
- Sunny: Friendly and Helpful
- Clover: Use Resources Wisely
- Outdoor Art Maker
Brownie Badges:
- Making Friends
- My Family Story
- Outdoor Art Creator
- Painting
- Potter
- Senses
Junior Badges:
- Drawing
- Jeweler
- Outdoor Art Explorer
- Product Designer
- Scribe
Cadette Badges:
- Book Artist
- Comic Artist
- Entrepreneur (Art Theme)
- Good Sportsmanship (Art Theme)
- Outdoor Art Apprentice
Senior Badges:
- Collage
- Outdoor Art Expert
- Social Innovator (Art Theme)
- Textile Artist
Ambassador Badges:
- Outdoor Art Master
Journeys
- Brownie Journey: A World of Girls (Fine Arts Content, for Performing Arts – see Performing Arts activity)
- Senior Journey: GIRLtopia
- Senior Journey: Mission: Sisterhood!
- Ambassador Journey: BLISS: Live It! Give It!
Cost Per Girl: $10-$20
Cost Per Adult: Flexible
Registration/Questions: Contact Fine Arts Coordinator, Devin Graham, at devin.graham@jocogov.org with questions or to create your one-of-a-kind fine arts event!
Performing Arts
All Levels
Hop along with us as we use creative drama, storytelling, music, and
movement to explore the themes and dynamic characters that are present
in the PBS hit show Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood©. By exploring these
themes and characters we will also earn Daisy Petals such as Making the World a Better Place,
Using Resources Wisely, Being Honest and Fair, and Being Responsible
for What We Say and Do! Come be a good neighbor with us!
Cost Per Girl: $5
Cost
Per Adult: Free
Badge Connections: Daisy Petal: Sunny: Friendly and Helpful, Daisy Petal: Rosie: Make the World a Better Place, Daisy Petal: Clover: Use Resources Wisely, Daisy Petal: Lupe: Honest and Fair, Daisy Petal: Mari: Responsible for What I Say and Do
Registration/Questions: Contact Elena Stephenson 913-826-3059 elena.stephenson-campbell@jocogov.org
