‘Johnson County Museum tells the story of suburbia.’ Its new director embraces history

Starting a new job during a pandemic didn’t daunt Mary McMurray. In fact, McMurray believes historic times like these are perfect for starting a new collection. McMurray became director of the Johnson County Museum in Overland Park on April 6…. “In many ways, the Johnson County Museum tells the story of suburbia,” McMurray says. “It is a story that resonates with suburban experiences across the United States. As impressive as that story is, what impresses me most about the museum is the way it collects and shares stories of individuals who contributed to our shared history and identity in their own unique ways.”