KC Book Beat Presents
The Time Traveler's Society
Inspired by the worlds of H.G. Wells
Saturday, November 21, 2026·6 PM·Museum at Prairiefire
Date
November 21
Saturday evening
Time
6:00 PM
Doors open at 6
Venue
Museum at Prairiefire
Overland Park, KS
Admission
Ages 21+
Valid ID required
Drinks
Available for Purchase
Sold separately
Reserve Your Place
Early Bird Tickets
September 1–20, 2026
General Admission + VIP
On sale September 21, 2026
The Invitation
Lit & Libations: The Time Traveler's Society is a 21+ literary gathering inspired by time travel, Victorian invention, and the imaginative worlds of H.G. Wells.
Shop local authors, discover books across multiple genres, browse literary and artisan vendors, enjoy drinks available for purchase, and explore the striking Museum at Prairiefire after dark.
Wear your finest traveler attire or come exactly as you are. Cosplay is encouraged, never required.
A Transmission From the Society
"Report to the Museum at Prairiefire on the evening of November 21. Come armed with curiosity, dressed for adventure, and prepared to depart with more books than you arrived with."
— The Time Traveler's Society, KC Book Beat
What Awaits You
Local Authors
Meet independent authors, explore new releases, and discover stories you will not find on every shelf.
Literary Marketplace
Browse a curated mix of bookish businesses, artisan vendors, and unusual finds for readers and collectors.
Drinks & Libations
Drinks will be available for separate purchase throughout the evening.
Time-Travel Atmosphere
A sophisticated evening inspired by Victorian invention, speculative fiction, and stories across time.
Cosplay Welcome
Steampunk, Victorian, time traveler, or your own favorite era. Dressing up is encouraged, never required.
A Remarkable Setting
Experience the Museum at Prairiefire, one of the Kansas City metro's most striking architectural spaces.
Meet the Society
Applications are open for authors and literary-minded vendors who would like to join The Time Traveler's Society. The public lineup will be announced as participants are confirmed.
Apply to ParticipateThe Location
Overland Park, Kansas
The Museum at Prairiefire combines natural history, science, art, and dramatic architecture in one of the Kansas City metro's most distinctive venues.
The Museum at Prairiefire's colorful glass and metal entrance makes the venue easy to recognize. Final arrival, parking, and accessibility instructions will be added here before ticket sales open.
Before You Depart
Early Bird tickets are available September 1–20, 2026. General Admission and VIP tickets go on sale September 21.
Yes. All guests must be at least 21 years old and should bring a valid photo ID.
No. Drinks will be available for separate purchase during the event.
No. Cosplay and traveler attire are encouraged, but never required.
The Timeline Opens September 1
Saturday, November 21, 2026 · 6 PM
Museum at Prairiefire · Ages 21+