Film History of the Crossroads Arts District
Looking at it now, you might not believe that this artistic enclave was once one of the biggest Hollywood film distribution centers in the world.
Looking at it now, you might not believe that this artistic enclave was once one of the biggest Hollywood film distribution centers in the world.
Union Station is one of Kansas City’s most iconic attractions, but its appeal has always stretched far beyond a tourist destination.
The National WWI Museum and Liberty Memorial—iconic landmarks in Kansas City—have been featured in countless television programs and films.
Kansas City’s film scene is more than a burgeoning industry attracting more attention by the day—it’s one of the city’s oldest and most culturally significant pastimes.
One handmade piece at a time, luxury designers and retailers are not only changing the local shopping landscape, they’re helping KC emerge as a destination for the finer things in life.
Several locally owned game shops give board game enthusiasts and amateurs alike places to browse, shop, learn and, of course, play.
Between small, close-up shows and huge, sold-out concerts, there’s always a live music performance to be seen in KC that, years later, you’ll be telling people, “I was there.”
Between a brisk morning hike in the wilderness and an afternoon on the patio with a cold drink in your hands, your days are filled with heading from one adventure to the next, or simply doing nothing at all—and loving every minute of it.
Consult our go-to guide to Kansas City’s coffee shop scene to sample some of the best in the region.