There's plenty to do at the Puppetry Arts Institute!
See Our Hazelle Rollins Exhibit
Paint a One of a Kind Puppet
Welcome to the Puppetry Arts Institute!
We are a creative and educational center dedicated to the art of puppetry. We have many interesting activities for children’s groups, families and adults.
In addition to our Museum Exhibits, we offer:
—Puppet Shows (on site and traveling)
—Puppet Painting and Marionette Workshops
—Puppet Kits (to make at home)
—Puppet Repair, Restoration, and Appraisal
—How to Be a Puppeteer (Instruction and Technique)
—Birthday Parties
—Public Speakers for your events
—Ladies’ Teas, and
—Rental Space for your Event(s)
We also have a Puppetry Library, and would be glad to assist you with any questions you may have about puppetry and/or Hazelle Rollins and her marionettes.
More details are given on the pages of this website.
For questions, to book an appointment, or for charitable contributions, you may contact us at:
Puppetry Arts Institute
11025 E. Winner Road,
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 833-9777 pai@att.net
We’re open Tuesday – Saturday
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Our mission:
“To preserve and promote puppetry through entertainment and education for all ages”