INDEPENDENCE, US
Home to hundreds of puppets and marionettes from around the world and features a collection from the world's largest puppet factory in neighboring KC, owned and operated by famous puppeteer Hazelle Rollins. Visitors can also watch a movie, use the puppet resource library and see changing displays. C
hildren can choose a puppet head from the now-closed factory inventory, paint it with professional puppet paint, attach a body, and stage an impromptu performance on one of the institute's stages. Monthly professional puppet shows are also offered.
Listen to the audio guide for PUPPETRY ARTS INSTITUTE Free on WIP — starts by itself when you arrive, even with the screen off