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15 and the Mahomies Playground at Martin Luther King Jr. Park

Name: 15 and the Mahomies Playground at Martin Luther King Jr. Park
Address: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Woodland Avenue, Kansas City, MO, US
Telephone: 816-513-7500
Price range: Free public playground.

Ivanhoe / East Side, Kansas City, MO

Modern inclusive playground in Kansas City with colorful towers, swings, spinners, climbing elements, and a dedicated 2-5 play section.

Plan This Visit

Best for

Good for toddlers through big kids

Hours

Open daily 5:00-24:00.

Price

Free public playground.

Parking

Parking available

Visit style

Destination-style city park stop

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

This is one of the strongest newer inclusive playground options in Kansas City for families who want variety, modern equipment, and a built-in toddler zone.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For

Families seeking a newer inclusive destination-style playground
Kids who like climbing, spinning, and high-interest movement play
Mixed-age outings because there is a dedicated area for ages 2 to 5
Families prioritizing broad play variety over a tiny neighborhood stop

Less Ideal For

Families who need a fully fenced playground
Visitors who want detailed official surfacing specs before arrival
Families seeking a quiet low-stimulation park

At a Glance

Venue type

Destination playground

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Mobility features

Ground-level play

Sensory and communication features

Visual playVestibular play

Family amenities

ParkingPavilions or shelters

Safety and comfort

Separated play zones

Surface type

Mixed surfaces

Shade level

Limited shade

Accessibility supports

Accessible routes

Park context

Part of a larger parkPicnic area

Operator type

Municipal

Visit options

Free entryOpen dailyParking on site

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Monday5:00 AM - 24:00

Tuesday5:00 AM - 24:00

Wednesday5:00 AM - 24:00

Thursday5:00 AM - 24:00

Friday5:00 AM - 24:00

Saturday5:00 AM - 24:00

Sunday5:00 AM - 24:00

WeatherOutdoor site; plan for sun, heat, or weather changes.

Facilities

Inclusive playgroundNewer parking lot noted by KC Parks project announcementPicnic shelter noted in project announcement

Stay LengthWorks well for a longer play visit because of the number of components.

Hours SummaryOpen daily 5:00-24:00.

Pricing Snapshot

SummaryFree public playground.

AdmissionFree

About the Venue

15 and the Mahomies Playground at Martin Luther King Jr. Park is a newer inclusive play space in Kansas City created through community engagement and foundation support. Kansas City Parks describes it as a state-of-the-art inclusive playground for children of all abilities, with towers, swings, climbing nets, a suspended walkway, jumping pods, spinners, a merry-go-round, climbing areas, and a separate section with age-appropriate equipment and safety surfacing for ages 2 to 5. The strong play variety and newer design make it one of the more compelling outdoor inclusive playground stops in the city.

Atlas Perspective

Inclusive Play Atlas Notes

Age FitGood for toddlers through big kids

Noise LevelOften lively

Visit StyleDestination-style city park stop

Energy LevelHigh

Parent ComfortGood when families want a modern play layout and strong feature variety

Accessibility & Comfort

Known Features

Inclusive and accessible design for children of all abilities
Dedicated 2-5 section with safety surfaces
Merry Go Round
Swings
Spinners
Suspended walkway

Considerations

Official project page confirms the inclusive feature set but does not publish a full accessibility matrix.Families with very specific mobility needs may want to inspect current site photos before visiting.

Accessible routes