Scouts

Scouts & Workshops

 

Scouting Fund

PINEWOOD DERBY

Track Details: 44 foottrack |  6 lanes  | SOF electronic timer | Wireless remote

ALL EVENTS INCLUDE:

  • Track already set up for you!
  • Complimentary admission for scout leaders to preview museum.
  • All necessary equipment is provided
  • Row seating for up to 60 people
  • Registration and car weigh-in table with scale
  • Laptop with timing software
  • Projector and screen to display race results
  • Derby car tables
  • Covered display tables for awards and trophies
  • Backdrop for photos

PINEWOOD DERBY FAQ

The Kansas City Automotive Museum is a 501c3 charitable corporation. A sliding donation scale for 2025, based on the size of each pack, between $275 – $500 please see “book now” link for more details. Donations go to covering the equipment, administration and staffing costs necessary for KCAM to continue to offer its space as an annual pinewood derby venue.

Yes! Date from most spreadsheets are able to be imported into the racing software ahead of time.

The derby is yours to run as you see fit.

No outside food or drink is permitted. All derbies will have a concession stand available where snacks and beverages may be purchased.

Each group is responsible for providing one or two volunteers age 16 and older to run the concession stand. Drinks, snacks and bills to make change are provided by the museum. All concession proceeds to to KCAM

Our staff can provide software training as your event nears.

Automotive Maintenance Badge

Join us for an Automotive Maintenance Badge Workshop!

 

Experience an immersive workshop to earn the Automotive Maintenance Badge (Scouting America) or Car Care Badge (Girl Scouts of the USA).

A Scout Workshop includes a self-guided museum tour and lasts approximately 3-4 hours.

2026 Dates:
February 14th
March 14th
April 11th
May 9th
June 13th
August 8th
September 12th
October 10th
November 14th

 

Rates:
$20 per Scout
$5 per Adult Chaperone

 

  • Groups must consist of 10-20 Scouts.
  • A $50 deposit is required to reserve your date.
  • Groups must book two weeks in advance.
  • Reservations may be subject to rescheduling or cancellation in case of force majeure or program requirements are not met.

Contact events@kcautomuseum.org if your group does not meet this requirement or to request alternative dates.