Shawnee, Kansas is located in northwest Johnson County and was ranked 17th in Money Magazine’s “Best Places to Live” list in 2010. The 62,209 residents are served by the Shawnee Mission School District and the De Soto School District. Shawnee is home to the Old Shawnee Town Museum, Wonderscope Children’s Museum and the Johnson County Museum as well as Shawnee Mission Park with it’s 120-acre lake.
Don't miss "Christmas Around Town" on Saturday, December 3, 2016. This is a free tradition in Shawnee and is perfect for the entire family, young and old alike.The festivities will start at 4:30 pm at City Hall. Jolly Old Saint Nick will assist the Mayor around 5:15, throwing the switch for the annual lighting ceremony. Mrs. Claus and Santa will arrive in Shawnee Town after the lighting ceremony where you can tell Santa your holiday wishes from 5:45 - 7:30 pm. He will be waiting for with his elves!You will also be able to enjoy riding in a horse-drawn carriage, caroling, face painting, and meeting Santa's live reindeer! Don't miss viewing the decorated 1920's farmhouse. For more details, visit the link below.