First published in 1961, The Three Robbers is internationally beloved. The picture book has been translated into 38 languages and has sold more than 2.5 million copies.
The Rabbit hOle’s in-house team of artists and fabricators designed and built the 2500-square-foot exhibit honoring The Three Robbers. Ambitious in scale and technique, the guided experience will take visitors through the entire story, and includes fully-sculpted elements and environs, stop-animation stations, and an original narrative musical score by acclaimed composer Stefan Freund and the American Wild Ensemble.
Considered one of the great modern masters of the picture book, Ungerer wrote and illustrated more than 40 children’s books before his passing in 2019. Learn more about Ungerer and his work at tomiungerer.com.
FAQs for The Three Robbers Experience
TICKETS
Does regular admission to The Rabbit hOle include The Three Robbers experience?
No. A separate ticket is required for this special experience in addition to museum admission.
How much do tickets for The Three Robbers experience cost?
Tickets are $10 per person.
Can tickets for The Three Robbers experience be purchased when I arrive or do I have to buy them ahead of time?
We strongly encourage you to pre-purchase your Three Robbers tickets prior to your visit. Due to the intimate nature of the experience, ticket availability is very limited and we cannot guarantee entry for walk-ups.
Do members need to purchase tickets?
Yes, members also need to purchase tickets.
Are tickets refundable?
Tickets are NOT refundable. If you email us at least 24 hours prior to your scheduled ticket time we will do our best to reschedule your tickets.
How many people can go into The Three Robbers experience at one time?
Guided groups of 12 people are scheduled every 20 minutes.
Do you offer a group rate for The Three Robbers experience?
No.
Can I bring my classroom on a field trip through The Three Robbers experience?
Field trips for The Three Robbers are available. Learn more at rabbitholekc.org/field-trips.
Can I go through the Three Robbers experience more than once in a single day?
Each ticket is good for one guided tour. Guests should plan on spending approximately 30 minutes in this exhibit.
How do you know what time you will be admitted into The Three Robbers experience?
Upon your museum arrival, guest services will issue you a paper ticket for the next available Three Robbers session. You are guaranteed entry within an hour of your arrival. If you arrive at the museum more than 30 minutes later than the time listed on your museum admission, we cannot guarantee entry to The Three Robbers experience.
PLANNING YOUR VISIT
What age range is this exhibit for?
This exhibit is designed for ages 5+.
How long does the experience last?
Guests will be taken through the exhibit in groups of up to 12 people by a Rabbit hOle guide. Guests should plan on spending approximately 30 minutes in this exhibit.
What sensory elements should I prepare for?
This experience has dark areas and uses low-lighting, ultraviolet light, theatrical fog, and the depiction of weapons including an axe, blunderbuss, and pepper-blower.
Are photos and video recording permitted inside the experience?
There are several designated photo opportunities. Your guide will let you know when it is appropriate to take photos. Beyond those instances guests are encouraged to keep their phone in their pocket and be fully present during the experience.
Is this exhibit wheelchair accessible?
Yes.
Can I bring a stroller through this exhibit?
No. Strollers are not permitted anywhere in the museum unless there is a demonstrated medical need for one. Also please note that this exhibit is for ages 5+. Younger visitors will be turned away.
How long will The Three Robbers experience be on display?
This is a limited-time experience and will close December 31, 2025.
Will there be special merchandise for this experience?
Yes! Our bookstore, Lucky Rabbit Books, will have a variety of treasures including copies of Tomi Ungerer’s books, custom book bags, bookmarks, limited-edition prints, t-shirts, socks, coffee mugs, and matchbooks!
Will there be any special events or programming for The Three Robbers experience?
Yes! In addition to special museum and bookstore programming throughout the duration of the exhibit, The Rabbit hOle will host a symposium celebrating The Three Robbers and Tomi’s legacy featuring presenters from around the world on November 14 and 15, 2025. Stay tuned for speaker announcements and more details!
The Rabbit hOle
919 E 14th Ave
North Kansas City, MO 64116
+1 (816) 492-7915
The Rabbit hOle is thrilled to present its first-ever literary symposium:
Blunderbuss! Exploring the Legacy of Tomi Ungerer
As an artist, writer and designer, Tomi Ungerer pushed the limits of creativity in a fearless pursuit of the unexpected and the absurd. There was nothing he wanted more than to surprise himself, and in doing so, he opened doors to other dimensions - not just for himself, but for all who wish to follow.
In this way, Tomi’s legacy permeates the phylogenic memory of the picture book. But his extraordinary catalogue of books for young people is just one of the many vectors Tomi traced throughout his impassioned career, having published more than 140 books and countless cartoons and posters.
Join us for this once-in-a-generation event, a two-day gathering featuring an all-star lineup of speakers and special guests from all stretches of Tomi’s life and the picture book industry, including Aria Ungerer, Susan Hirschman, Steve Heller, Lisa Brown, Betsy Bird, Jon Agee, Maria Russo, Philip Nel, Kate Feiffer, and others soon to be announced!
In addition to a variety of panels and presentations, the symposium will include a special screening of the documentary Far Out Isn’t Far Enough with an introduction from filmmaker Brad Bernstein.
Attendees will have the option to purchase one of several hands-on workshops that will take place in The Rabbit hOle’s Print Shop and focus on Tomi’s approach to graphic design and poster art.
The full schedule will be announced October 1, 2025.
Discounted Early Bird Tickets: $275
(Available thru October 1)
Symposium Tickets: $350
(Available October 2 - November 7)
Please contact programs@rabbitholekc.org for group rates and any further questions or concerns.
