Welcome to Overland Park
Although a large population of more than 189,000 residents, this Johnson County town is perfect for young families and couples looking to settle into a quiet suburban lifestyle. Family-friendly and safe, Overland Park is brimming with amenities. From trails and parks to numerous local restaurants and shops, there are plenty of opportunities for leisure.
Overland Park’s roots are traced to 1905 with the arrival of its founder, William B. Strang Jr. He began to plot subdivisions along an old military road which later became the town’s principal thoroughfare. Strang developed large portions of what would later become downtown Overland Park.
Fun Facts About Overland Park
Overland Park was the setting of the 2008 documentary series, High School Confidential, and the 2009-2011 television series, United States of Tara.
CNNMoney.com has consistently ranked it in the top 10 of its 100 Best Places to Live in the U.S. Forbes ranked it among the 25 Best Suburbs for retirement. BusinessWeek ranked it as one of “The Best Places to Raise your Kids,” and U.S. News & World Report ranked it among “America’s 10 Best Places to Grow Up.”
Four well-known comedians/actors from Overland Park are Rob Riggle, Paul Rudd, Eric Stonestreet, and Jason Sudeikis.
Aubrey Vineyards
If you are a wine aficionado, explore Aubrey Vineyards in southern Overland Park. The vineyards pay homage to the early days of the area’s winemaking, when, in the 1880’s, Missouri was the largest producer of U.S. wines. The vineyards feature small-batch, handcrafted wines. The tasting room and store are located in downtown Overland Park.
Downtown Overland Park
Downtown Overland Park is a blend of “Main Street” and contemporary, with one-of-a-kind local shops, art galleries, restaurants, services, and events. The Farmers’ Market is one of Overland Parks most popular attractions. What makes it so popular? For more than 35 years, vendors have been providing farm-to-table food that helps you eat locally and in season while supporting the community. Vendors offer a wide variety of products including fresh produce, dairy, eggs, meat, seafood, nuts, flowers, and even skincare.
Museum at Prairiefire
The Museum at Prairiefire is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to meaningful learning and engagement with science, culture, art and natural history. As well as hosting a variety of dynamic, authentic Natural History exhibitions, the Museum at Prairiefire offerings include regular events, interactive activities and programs for adults and kids.
Culinary Center of Kansas City
The Culinary Center of Kansas City is located in downtown Overland Park. They regularly host cooking classes that give participants an opportunity to learn more about and prepare a variety of cuisines, including bread-making, sous-vide, and grilling. Discover more about favorite cuisines including French, Asian, Indian, and Italian. The Culinary Center also hosts Foodie Field Trips, a chance to experience a food-related destination like a working honey farm. Check out their events calendar.
Overland Park has been ranked at the top of the dozens of national rankings because of its attractive and safe neighborhoods, nationally-ranked public schools, state-of-the-art health care, diverse cultural and recreational amenities, and accessibility to highways and interstates.
As a safe place to raise a family with plenty of fun activities and in close proximity to the city, residents can find a new and exciting experience every day.
