Merriam, Kansas is located in Johnson County, just 8 minutes south of downtown Kansas City, Missouri. Merriam is served by the Shawnee Mission School District which is rated in the top four percent in the nation. Merriam is home to many beautiful parks including popular Antioch Park, Johnson County Park & Recreation’s oldest park.
Johnson County Parks and Recreation Department recently had a ribbon cutting for the newly redone kids' playground called Dodgetown at Antioch Park. This is a great area to bring your kids. Designed to resemble an old wild west town, Dodgetown features a schoolhouse, general store, and a train station. The playground also has colorful cows that people can sit on.Antioch Park is the oldest park in the JCPRD system and is still wonderful. Two lakes, rose garden, and walking paths make this a great place for a stroll. Also a good place for photo sessions.