Lee’s Summit, Missouri is the sixth largest city in the Kansas City Metro area with a population of 91,364. It was ranked 27th in the 2010 Money magazine 100 Best Cities to Live in the United States. Three public school districts serve the children of the city, Lee’s Summit School District, Blue Springs School District and Raymore Peculiar School District. The Lee’s Summit school district receive the state’s highest recognition for academic achievement, Missouri’s Distinction in Performance Award. During fall 2011, the the Lee’s Summit School District was recognized for being among a handful of districts in the state to earn a perfect score on criteria for the Distinction In Performance Award each year for the last 11 years. The Lee’s Summit School District was among 16 percent of the nation's school districts receiving the SchoolMatch "What Parents Want" national award in spring 2012. Longview Community College, Summit Technology Center, a branch of the University of Central Missouri and a branch of Baker University all provide opportunities for higher education in Lee’s Summit.
Join the staff of History Museum for a festive celebration as we blend the charm of history with the joy of the holidays. Bring the whole family for a unique and memorable experience. Step back in time surrounded by the rich history of Lee's Summit while creating timeless memories with Santa Claus himself. Snap a selfie with Santa in our beautifully adorned holiday setting and make this year's holiday photos extra special. Share your holiday spirit and tag us with LSHMChristmasMagic for a chance to be featured on our page! This festive event is not just about photos; it's about creating traditions and sharing joy with the ones you love. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to blend history and holiday cheer.For more details and to plan your visit, click the link: https://downtownls.org/event/selfies-with-santa/2023-12-16/