15 and the Mahomies Playground at Martin Luther King Jr. Park
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.
Editorial notes
What stands out
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.
Know Before You Go
- Weather
- Outdoor site; plan for sun, heat, or weather changes.
What to Expect
Play profile
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
Visit amenities
- Parking
- Pavilions or shelters
- Limited shade
- Visit type
- Destination style city park stop
Read more about this location
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.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | 5:00 AM – 24:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 AM – 24:00 |
| Wednesday | 5:00 AM – 24:00 |
| Thursday | 5:00 AM – 24:00 |
| Friday | 5:00 AM – 24:00 |
| Saturday | 5:00 AM – 24:00 |
| Sunday | 5:00 AM – 24:00 |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Known Features
Inclusive and accessible design for children of all abilities
Known Features
Dedicated 2-5 section with safety surfaces
Known Features
Merry-go-round
Known Features
Swings
Known Features
Spinners
Known Features
Suspended walkway
Considerations
Official project page confirms the inclusive feature set but does not publish a full accessibility matrix.
Considerations
Families with very specific mobility needs may want to inspect current site photos before visiting.
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Woodland Avenue
Kansas City, MO
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Sources & Updates
1 public source on record · Last checked Apr 11, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 11, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 1 public source
Public sources
Official project announcement identifies the playground as inclusive and accessible for children of all abilities.
Checked: name, location description, hours, inclusive intent, major play features, toddler section
What changed
April 11, 2026
Created listing from official KC Parks project announcement.
Accessibility details reflect available public information and dated reports, not an ADA inspection.