Inspired by the book and the movie, the OZ Museum in Wamego brings the magic and adventure of The Wizard of Oz to life. It is home to exclusive exhibits with unimaginable sights, collectibles, and an enchanting experience for all ages.
The Wizard of Oz has appealed to people for generations and has quite a cult following. The OZ Museum caters to this epidemic with room after room of artifacts, history, rare showpieces, and seasonal exhibits. Stroll through costumes, movie sets, toys, and other donations for a glimpse into the story that has transcended generations.
Exhibits
On display, visitors can learn historical facts about the movie and actors. They can follow the Yellow Brick Road through pieces such as the 1939 musical starring Judy Garland, or the Diana Ross and Michael Jackson remake, “The Wiz.” The first edition of the book by L. Frank Baum is also among the current most collectible pieces.
The adventure comes to life with hand jeweled ruby slippers, covered in 3500 Swarovski crystals to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the movie. The Haunted Forest sign warns guests to turn back, and the doors and windows from the munchkin house used in The Muppets’ Wizard of Oz entice all fanatics.
Creative character masks like flying monkey masks and a Woozy Doll made by the author of the book add a personal touch, and movie memorabilia, posters, and autographs make the collection valuable.
Rare artifacts like production notes, a death certificate signed by the Munchkin Coroner, and Ray Bolger’s passport are jaw-dropping and can’t be found anywhere else in the world.
The Oz Museum 511 Lincoln, Wamego, Kansas 66547, website, Phone: 785-458-8686, Map
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