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2 | www.VisitKansasCityKS.com Kansas Speedway Trozzolo Communications Welcome to Kansas City, KS! Whether you’re a first- time visitor or a longtime resident with an affinity for exploration, I encourage you to discover the attractions and activities our city has to offer. For history buffs, we are home to the Quindaro Ruins, a significant stop on the Underground Railroad. Head to Schlitterbahn Waterpark Kansas City to soak up some sun and all day water fun. World-class shopping and entertainment can be found at our Village West development, home of the Legends Outlets, Major League Soccer’s Sporting Kansas City and the Kansas City T-Bones Baseball Club. Whatever your pastime, I know you will enjoy your time in our community, and we would welcome you back anytime!
Sincerely, Mark R. Holland, Mayor/CEO
Use your cell phone to listen to fascinating facts about historic sites and attractions in Kansas City, KS. Watch for the “Guide by Cell” logo throughout Unified Government of Kansas City, KS/ this guide or look for the signs while visiting participating attractions. Call Wyandotte County 913-489-3423 and key in the extension number, followed by the # key. For your convenience, a complete list of “Guide by Cell” attraction designations is included below. You can also download these audio files at your leisure at www.VisitKansasCityKS.com.
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1# Cabela’s 2# Legends Outlets Kansas City Connect 3# 7th Street Casino with us 4# Kansas City T-Bones Baseball Club Connect with the Kansas City Kansas Convention & 5# Kaw Point Park/Lewis & Clark Memorial Visitors Bureau online to find photos and videos and 6# Wyandotte County Lake Park to learn more about Kansas City, KS, including themed 7# Mr. and Mrs. F.L. Schlagle Library getaways, special promotions, last-minute deals and 8# Korean-Vietnam War Memorial much more. 9# Rosedale Memorial Arch 10# James P. Davis Hall 11# Sunflower Hills Golf Course @VisitKansasCityKS 12# Quindaro Ruins Overlook 13# John Brown Statue 14# Wyandotte County Park @VisitKCK 15# Grinter Place State Historic Site 16# National Agricultural Center & Hall of Fame 17# Old Quindaro Museum @VisitKansasCityKS 18# Strawberry Hill Museum & Cultural Center 19# Wyandotte County Historical Society & Museum 20# B-25 Bomber Builders Monument @VisitKansasCityKS 21# Children’s Mercy Park 23# Schlitterbahn Waterpark Kansas City 24# Moon Marble Company @VisitKCK 25# National Farmers Memorial 26# Wyandotte County Fairgrounds Audio Tour 27# Quindaro Underground Railroad Museum @VisitKansasCityKS 28# Sumner High School Alumni Room
4 | www.VisitKansasCityKS.com Crown Center Kemper Museum Eisenhower Library [Our Story] KANSAS CITY, KS IS A TRUE MELTING POT OF HISTORY AND CULTURE Lewis & Clark Expedition arrived at Kaw Point on June 26. Today Kaw Point City of Kansas is home of the Lewis and Inspired by 1804 City, Kansas Clark Park, a 10-acre park incorporated by the the Arc de featuring trails, outdoor Triomphe, 1872 KCK Town Company amphitheater, boat ramp the Rosedale 1924 and special events. Memorial Arch was dedicated to the men of Rosedale, a Sumner High School neighborhood Grinter House, built was built as the only district on the by Moses and Annie segregated High southern edge
Grinter became the first 1903 School in Kansas. of Kansas City,
1857 permanent settlement in KS who served Wyandotte County. in World War I.
C I T Y , K S K E Y D A T K A N S A S E S As an indication of their gratitude for John Brown’s sacrifice, the citizens U.S. 24-40 Wyandotte County of the community and Western (now State North established 1911 University erected a statue of Avenue) American
from sections of abolitionist John Brown holding a 1936 became the Aviation picks 1941 1859 Leavenworth and graduation diploma. 1st Super Fairfax district Johnson Counties. Highway in as site for a the state of bomber plant. Kansas. Between 1941and 1945, 50,000 employees built 6,608 The inaugural B-25 bombers. Wyandotte County Fair
1863 was located near first and Nebraska on the levy and cost 25 cents to attend.
8 | www.VisitKansasCityKS.com Legends Outlets Kansas City opens. Legends is Kansas City’s premier outdoor shopping and entertainment center and the only designer outlet 2006 center in the market. One of the first communities in the nation to consolidate
1997 city and county government that led to the future growth of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/ National Agricultural Kansas City, KS Center & Hall of Fame chartered by congress to
1960 honor America’s farmers.
Schlitterbahn Waterpark KC opens, the first Schlitterbahn Patsy Cline’s last to be located outside performance before 2009 of Texas. her plane crash was
1963 at Memorial Hall on 150th anniversary of Sunday, March 3. Completion of Kansas Wyandotte County Inside you’ll find an Speedway, a 1.5-mile tri-oval honor roll of those race track. Currently the track who died in WWI 2001 hosts two annual NASCAR Kansas City, KS hosts and WWII. race weekends in the spring MLS All-Star game at and fall. Children’s Mercy Park.
N S A S C I T Y , K S K E Y D A T E S 2013 That same year, Sporting K A KC wins their second MLS Cup trophy.
The Kansas City Renaissance Festival began The Kansas City T-Bones as a benefit for the Kansas professional baseball team
1977 City Art Institute and later played their first home became a stand-alone game at their new home, On July 10, Sporting Club, U.S. Soccer and 2003 event in the late 90’s. CommunityAmerica Ballpark Children’s Mercy broke ground on the National on June 3. Training and Coaching Development Center, set
2016 to open in late 2017.
The Strawberry Hill Ethnic Cultural Society purchased the 1887
1988 Victorian home (built for John and Mary Scroggs) from St. *Timeline Information provided John’s Orphanage, by the Wyandotte County and it became the Historical Society and Museum. Strawberry Hill wycomuseum.org Museum and Cultural Center.
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800-264-1563 | 11 [4 Seasons of Fun] FOUR GREAT REASONS TO STAY AND PLAY IN KANSAS CITY, KS Kansas City, KS is a city for all seasons. And that means no matter what time of year you’re here, there’s always a special event to enjoy, not to mention reasons to come back regularly! Here are a few seasonal highlights to note for your next trip. Spring BLOSSOMING WITH ACTIVITIES You know it’s spring when you’re digging out the sandals from the back of the closet and looking for a place to wear them. For race fans, buckle up! Spring marks the start of racing season at Kansas Speedway with a NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Night Race. Or celebrate the area’s diversity at the Wyandotte County Ethnic Festival. With more than 50 organizations, countries and ethnic groups represented in booths and onstage, there is something for the entire family to enjoy. For the golfers who have been dreaming of swinging, book a tee time at your choice of fairways at Dub’s Dread Golf Course or Painted Hills Golf Course.
SEE Bring your own popcorn and lawn chairs to enjoy a movie under the stars at Boulevard Drive-In movie theater.
DO Take a stroll or pedal through scenic trails, enjoy a picnic lunch and discover where a famous expedition camped as you explore the Lewis and Clark Park at Kaw Point. TIP Temperatures range from the 50s to 70s, perfect for outdoor pursuits. Box up the winter jackets, but keep a windbreaker handy for gusty days, especially in March. Keep Kansas City T-Bones an umbrella in the car for rainy spring days.
Summer KEEPING IT COOL DO Summer just isn’t the same without a county fair and the Water play is one of the best ways to chill out in the summer and there Wyandotte County fair is no exception! Come enjoy all that the fair are plenty of opportunities for a splash down. Children of all ages can has to offer including a carnival, petting zoo, live music, barrel racing, stay cool at one of the Wyandotte County Parks & Rec Spray Parks go-kart races, livestock exhibitions, contests and more. located at Eisenhower, Heathwood and Pierson parks. Swoosh down a tube slide, go surfing or float through a lazy river at Schlitterbahn TIP Daytime temperatures range from the 80s to 90s. For the Waterpark Kansas City. outdoors, you’ll need sun block, sunglasses, a hat and insect repellent. Evening brings sweet relief, but keep the repellant handy for outdoor SEE Nothing says summer like baseball. Join fans at a Kansas City concerts, plays and sporting events. T-Bones game at CommunityAmerica Ballpark and cheer for the home team. Entertainment between innings is sure to be a big hit too.
12 | www.VisitKansasCityKS.com Cider Hill Family Orchard Fall TAKE IT OUTDOORS Autumn is the perfect season for outdoor life with its blue skies and mild temperatures. Enjoy one of the season’s premier events at the Kansas City Renaissance Festival located on a 16-acre medieval village. Watch jousting knights, visit with roaming street performers and enjoy a marketplace of artisan-made goods, games, rides and plenty of eats. To test your nerves, trek through a haunted forest at Exiled or visit the 3rd Street Asylum, ranked in the Top 31 on the 2016 Must See Haunts List.
SEE Wyandotte County Lake & Park turns into beautiful fall scenery with its wide array of trees, colorful leaves and rolling hills. Treat the dog to a fun romp in the off leash dog area.
DO Pick and press some apples and enjoy delicious cider apple treats at Cider Hill Family Orchard. High-speed racing action continues into the fall at Kansas Speedway at the second NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. Experience non-stop soccer action at a Sporting KC home game at the state-of-the-art stadium Children’s Mercy Park. TIP Weather ranges from 50 to 80 degrees, so dress in layers so you can easily adjust from afternoon sun to late night chills.
Legends Outlets Winter Kansas City LIGHT THE NIGHT Kick off the season with a Legendary Tree Lighting Ceremony at Legends Outlets Kansas City featuring live holiday music and prize giveaways. Sing with Carolers at the Downtown Holiday Lighting. Visit Santa in the Train Depot at the National Agricultural Center & Hall of Fame and enjoy a Christmas on the Farm. Once the holiday season is underway, don’t miss the magical experience of the Olde World Christmas at the Strawberry Hill Museum and Cultural Center.
SEE Winter is a great time to focus on indoor activities and museums you’ve been wanting to see. For interactive entertainment head to the 7th Street Casino, Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway and Dave & Buster’s. Learn something new at the at the Clendening History of Medicine Museum at KU Medical Center, Grinter Place State Historic Site or the Quindaro Underground Railroad Museum.
DO Start and end your holiday shopping at popular shopping destinations such as Legends Outlets Kansas City, Nebraska Furniture Mart and Cabela’s all conveniently located in Village West. Pack your swimsuits for a winter getaway at the Great Wolf Lodge, a family resort with an 84-degree indoor water park, multiple dining options and themed suites. TIP The weather ranges in the 30s to 40s and expect some snow showers during the season which typically occur in January. A warm jacket, hat and gloves are a must when getting out and about. Wear boots in the event of snow to protect your feet and reduce the chance of falling.
800-264-1563 | 13 Overland Park CVB Schlitterbahn [10 Ways to Play ] KANSAS CITY, KS CAN'T-MISS-EXPERIENCES Be a Race Car Driver Pump up your adrenaline riding shotgun in a stock car driven by a professional instructor or take the wheel yourself for the ultimate thrill at the Richard Petty Driving Experience at Kansas Speedway. A unique Midwestern destination! Get Your Kicks Soccer and non-soccer fans alike enjoy the experience of going to a Sporting Kansas City game at Children’s Mercy Park. The Major League 1 Soccer team has created the ultimate viewing experience with high-definition video boards and a canopy roof covering all sections. The team has also been successful in recent years, making Kansas City the soccer capital of the world.3 Venture Off-Road Richard Petty Driving Experience at Kansas Speedway Bike through 15 miles of rolling trails that wind through the wooded hills above Wyandotte County Lake & Park. Challenge yourself on this intermediate single track that is Go Surfing flowing and fast with reasonable climbs. Surf’s up, Kansas City style! Ride your board like a pro on the Boogie Bahn surf ride at Schlitterbahn Waterpark Kansas City. The waterpark features an interconnected river system, unique water coaster, water slides and more.
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Wyandotte County Lake & Park 4 16 | www.VisitKansasCityKS.com 2 Legends Outlets Kansas City Take a Hike The Lewis and Clark Expedition arrived at Kaw Point, the Legendary Selfies confluence of the Kansas and Get your picture taken with over Missouri rivers in 1804. Today, 80 Legendary Kansans that are visitors can see where the represented in the shopping center’s 8 5expedition camped for three corridors and courtyards at Legends days along with enjoying Outlets Kansas City. Afterward, grab biking and hiking trails in what a bite to eat or shop for designer and is now called Lewis and Clark brand-name fashions that are stylish Park at Kaw Point. yet wallet-friendly.
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Marble Mania Get a whole new appreciation for marbles and the people who make them during a live marble-making demonstration at Moon Marble 6 Company in Bonner Springs. Besides marbles and other wacky creations made of glass, the Moon Marble Company Store carries various gift items and traditional toys and games. 9 High Wire Act Have a Tea Party Go on an adventure at Zip KC — Kansas City’s only zip line park Partake in an elegant afternoon Victorian tea party — allows visitors to see the area from a whole new perspective! at the Strawberry Hill Museum & Cultural Center. Hike and zip, Tower Tours, glow in the dark Night Flights and date Finish your experience with a tour of the lovely 1887 night Sunset Zip Tours. Whatever you decide, don’t forget your Queen Anne-style home. Explore and learn about the camera. There’s a lot to see in this 143-acre park, including scenic treasures that diverse Eastern European immigrants views and maybe even some wildlife. brought to the city in the early 1900s.
Refuel With KC BBQ It may be hard to believe that a sandwich could draw people from miles around, but the Z-Man at Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que has that kind of power. The Z-Man — beef brisket, provolone cheese and two 7crispy onion rings on a toasted Kaiser roll — was named by Zagat as the Best Sandwich in Kansas in its “50 States, 50 Sandwiches List.” Strawberry Hill Museum & 4 10 Cultural Center 800-264-1563 | 17 Schlitterbahn Waterpark Kansas City
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18 | www.VisitKansasCityKS.com All Aboard Tiny train lovers are sure to find plenty to “choo” about! Fritz’s Railroad Restaurant has everything you love about a classic diner, from the funky jukebox to the deliciously greasy hamburgers and fries. However, this local favorite offers a quirky twist! Watch your little ones’ eyes light up as mini trains chug by overhead delivering orders from booth to booth. If you prefer to take a ride for yourself, you’ve got options! Cider Hill Family Orchard offers train rides for kids around its giant fishing pond and apple trees. During the holiday season, hop aboard the Santa Express for a trip throughout Farm Town USA at the National National Agriculture Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame. Center & Hall of Fame
Freebies Spray park at They say the best things in life are free! Creating lasting memories with Pierson Park your family can easily be done on any budget. While you’re having your free fun, why not sneak in a little educational value too? Discover the history of 80 famous Kansans at Legends Outlets Kansas City through the outdoor shopping center’s audio walking tour and scavenger hunt! Learn all about the beauty of the marble making process during free presentations by a glass artist at Moon Marble Company. Explore the great outdoors while you’re indoors at Cabela’s! Free activities include: the Mule Deer Museum, African Diorama, and a giant walk-through fresh water aquarium.
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Keep Your Cool Midwest summers are hot, but there’s no reason to sweat the rising temps! Schlitterbahn Waterpark Kansas City features a variety of unique water activities including the Boogie Bahn surf ride, an interconnected river system, ziplining, multiple waterslides and much, much more! Little ones will squeal with delight over a free afternoon of fun at the different Wyandotte County Parks & Rec Spray Parks at Eisenhower, Heathwood and Pierson Parks. Make a splash any time of the year at Great Wolf Lodge in its 84-degree indoor water park that includes everything from jaw-dropping slides for dare devils to zero- depth entry playgrounds for even the smallest of guests.
800-264-1563 | 19 FAMILY FUN This is only a sampling of family fun options. For a complete list, go to VisitKansasCityKS.com.
Boulevard Drive-In Cider Hill Family Orchard Kansas City T-Bones Schlitterbahn 1051 Merriam Lane 3341 N. 139th St. 1800 Village West Waterpark Kansas City 913-262-2414 913-721-2507 Parkway 9400 State Ave. www.boulevarddrivein.com www.ciderhillfamilyorchard.com 913-328-2255 4# 913-312-3110 23# Enjoy a night of family fun at this Take a hayride through the 25-acre www.tbonesbaseball.com www.schlitterbahn.com/kc drive-in movie theater (one of orchards filled with 900 apple The family-friendly intimate Schlitterbahn is fun for all ages. the few remaining in the Kansas trees, go fishing in the pond and ballpark features a kids’ play area in Kinderhaven, especially designed for City area). enjoy a picnic lunch. full view of the field and a kid-sized young children, features nine mini- concession stand. Take a selfie with slides and a shallow water playground Cabela’s Dave & Buster’s Sizzle, the team mascot! separated from the “big kid” activities. 10300 Cabela Drive 1843 Village West Parkway Look for 33-ft. tall sandcastles at the 913-328-0322 913-981-6815 Legends Outlets waterpark’s entrance. www.cabelas.com 1# www.daveandbusters.com Come face-to-face with a Eat and play at Dave & Buster’s, Kansas City giant catfish, test your skills at the featuring the latest electronic 1843 Village West T-Rex Café archery range, go on an African interactive entertainment and Parkway 2# 1847 Village West Parkway safari and see the world’s largest traditional games. 913-788-3700 913-334-8888 collection of trophy mule deer. www.legendsshopping.com www.trexcafe.com Snap a selfie next to the polar bear Great Wolf Lodge While shopping at Legends Outlets, Surround yourselves in food, fun or crocodile display! 10401 Cabela Drive take advantage of the free activities and all things dinosaur at T-REX. 913-299-7001 including a scavenger hunt and Pan for treasure, excavate fossils www.greatwolf.com/kansas-city an audio walking tour featuring and build dinosaurs of your own to From dragon battles at MagiQuest legendary Kansans. Look for a take home. to ice cream pedicure at Scooops Kid statue of famous Kansas aviator, Spa, huge arcades and waterslides, Amelia Earhart. Wyandotte County there’s something for everyone. Lake Park Moon Marble 91st Street & Company Leavenworth Road 6# 600 E. Front St., 913-573-8327 Bonner Springs 24# www.wycokck.org/parks 913-441-1432 Lake with marina, kids’ fishing lake, www.moonmarble.com picnic shelters and more. Watch marbles being made during live demonstrations and explore timeless Wyandotte County toys and games in the gift shop. Fairgrounds 13700 Polfer Road National Agricultural 913-721-2333 26# Center & Hall of Fame wwwwycofair.com 630 Hall of Fame Drive, This venue is home to the annual Bonner Springs, KS 16# Wyandotte County Fair and also 913-721-1075 hosts mud runs and other events City of Bonner Springs www.aghalloffame.com throughout the year. Chartered by Congress to honor America’s farmers, experience Wyandotte County Parks & Rec the Agricultural Hall of Fame, Spray Parks Museum of Farming, National 913-573-8327 Farmers Memorial and mini www.wycokck.org/parks train rides. Hours: Wednesday- Children of all ages and abilities will Saturday 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., Sunday enjoy sprays of water from brightly 1-4 p.m. April – November. colored towers and loops. Spray parks can be found at the county’s Eisenhower, Heathwood and Pierson parks.
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800-264-1563 | 21 [Selfie Scavenger Hunt] Learn about all LOOK THROUGH THE VISITORS the family fun places to GUIDE TO FIND THE ANSWERS explore in Kansas City, KS by completing the Selfie An image of the first female aviator to fly Scavenger Hunt. Challenge solo across the Atlantic Ocean is located yourself to see how many places at the Legends Outlets Kansas City. you can visit. Snap and share Who is she? your selfies with us on social 1 media by using #KCKselfie. See your published photos at VisitKansasCityKS.com/ kckselfie. This 34.5 ft. Memorial Arch honors World War I veterans from the Rosedale 2 neighborhood in Kansas City, KS.
Put the pedal to the metal at This mascot cheers this fast-paced Midwestern for the hometown Kansas City 3 destination. 4 T-Bones baseball team. A monument was erected in honor of 5 this famous Civil War abolitionist.
This sportsmen’s Step back in time in this 16th paradise features century English village and giant catfish, life- popular annual event. size mule deer, 6 7polar bears and crocodiles. This MLS Soccer team made Kansas City the Soccer
Capital of the World.
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this water wonderland are Festival Renaissance City Kansas 6. the 33-ft. tall sandcastles. Statue Brown John 5.
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You will find these famed Arch Memorial Rosedale 2. explorers at the confluence of Earhart Amelia of Statue 1.
10 the Kansas and Missouri rivers. ANSWERS 22 | www.VisitKansasCityKS.com The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art [Shopping]
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24 | www.VisitKansasCityKS.com SavArt Made in Kansas City,,KS From locally crafted wines and savory sausage to sauces that will fire up your taste buds, these products can only be found right here in Kansas City! Family owned and operated, Rowe Ridge Vineyard & Winery has over 2,900 vines and currently grows eight varieties of grapes. Krizman’s House of Sausage, in the historic Strawberry Hill area, uses the finest cuts of meat and freshest ingredients to create delicious ethnic sausages. A delight to the senses with tantalizing aromas and festive colors, Original Juan Specialty Foods is home to the world’s hottest hot sauce challenge “The Source” and has been creating specialty sauces, salsas, snacks and Souvenirs to Bring Home dips since 1998. Take home some artistic inspiration from SavArt, owned by Kansas City, KS native Mike Savage. Find everything from prints, postcards and jewelry made from Mike himself and local artists. Score everything Kansas City game day wear at Sideline Chic in Bonner Springs. If you’re looking for knickknack gifts, Five & Dime General Store at Legends Outlets is where you’ll find Kansas City, KS branded mugs, t-shirts and key chains. Also, pick up travel necessities you many have forgotten.
Cabela’s Destination Shopping Kansas City, KS draws many shoppers from around the Midwest. You can shop at Legends Outlets Kansas City, Nebraska Furniture Mart and Cabela’s all in one spot in Village West. Legends Outlets Kansas City is the go-to place for premium (yet affordable) men’s, women’s and children’s fashion, shoes and athletic apparel, beauty and fashion accessories, jewelry and more. If you are in the market for furniture and appliances, Nebraska Furniture Mart — Warren Buffett’s home furnishing and electronics mecca — can satisfy your wish list. For outdoor enthusiasts, Original Juan Cabela’s has all the gear you need while offering an educational and Specialty Foods entertaining shopping experience.
800-264-1563 | 25 SHOPPING This is only a sampling of shopping options. For a complete list, go to VisitKansasCityKS.com.
KANSAS CITY, KS BONNER SPRINGS Boulevard Drive-In Swap ‘N’ Shop Original Juan Specialty Foods DeeDee’s Jewelry and Vintage Décor Sunflower Embroidery, 1051 Merriam Lane 111 Southwest Blvd. 141 N. Nettleton Ave., Bonner Springs Quilting and Fabrics 913-262-2414 800-568-8468 913-226-1324 207 Oak St., Bonner Springs www.boulevarddrivein.com www.originaljuan.com Whether you decorate with vintage 913-422-4501 Discover deals and unique items at this Shop for locally made sauces, décor or wear vintage jewelry, this is a www.sunflowereg.com flea market on Saturdays and Sundays marinades, dips, gifts and other dream-come-true boutique. A great selection of fabrics to inspire (year-round, weather permitting). specialty items. your next quilting or sewing project. FLIP KC Cabela’s Plaza at the Speedway 300 Oak St. (upper level), This and That Antiques 10300 Cabela Drive I-435 & Parallel Parkway Bonner Springs & Collectibles 913-328-0322 This 865,000-square-foot plaza consists 913-205-7194 200 Oak St., Bonner Springs www.cabelas.com 1# of retail stores, restaurants and services www.flipkc.com 913-200-2231 180,000-square-foot and is anchored by Wal-Mart, Kohl’s and A multi-vendor shopping market that is www.kcthisandthat.com showroom of hunting, fishing and Sam’s Club. open the second and fourth weekends Antiques, collectibles, collegiate, and related outdoor gear, museum-quality of each month. seasonal items and gifts. animal displays and aquarium. Hours: SavArt Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday 4504 State Line Road Moon Marble Company Yowza Antiques 10 a.m.-7 p.m. 913-236-9400 600 E. Front St., 101 S. Nettleton Ave., www.sav-art.com Bonner Springs Bonner Springs Five & Dime General Store Paintings and prints, jewelry and gifts 913-441-1432 913-543-0990 1837 Village West Parkway made from owner Mike Savage and www.moonmarble.com 24# Antiques, vintage furniture, décor and 913-766-6480 local artists. Enjoy marble-making much more. www.fiveanddimegs.com demonstrations, kansas_city.html Wyandotte Plaza nostalgic toys and games. Located at Legends Outlets Kansas City, 7600 State Ave. shop for travel merchandise ranging Redeveloped shopping strip features Sideline Chic from sunglasses to cosmetics, novelties, national tenants such as Marshalls 221 Oak St., Bonner Springs gifts and more. and PetSmart. Other shops include 913-745-8399 a grocery store, bakery, clothing and www.sidelinechic.com Krizman’s House of Sausage beauty shop. Clothing, handbags, jewelry and 424 N. 6th St. accessories for the sport-loving woman! 913-371-3185 Go Cute or Go Home! www.krizmansausage.com Krizman’s House of Sausage has been producing ethnic sausages since 1939 and is a full-service meat market specializing in Polish sausage. Nebraska Furniture Mart Legends Outlets Kansas City 1843 Village West Parkway 913-788-3700 www.legendsshopping.com 2# Outdoor shopping experience filled with premium outlet stores and unique dining and entertainment options. Hours: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m., with some stores and restaurants open extended hours.
Nebraska Furniture Mart 1601 Village West Parkway 913-288-6200/800-336-9136 www.nfm.com Home furnishings superstore carries everything from furniture and flooring to appliances and electronics. Hours: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
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30 | www.VisitKansasCityKS.com Bonito Michoacan Festive Eats & Treats Bakery Kansas City, KS is home to some of the finest authentic Mexican restaurants in the Midwest. Feast on delicious street tacos at El Camino Real known for their freshly made tortillas and al pastor tacos. Savor the sweet aroma of baked goods at Bonito Michoacan Bakery, where you’ll find enormous cookies, Mexican pastries and scrumptious cakes. If that doesn’t satisfy your sweet tooth, stop in Paleterias Tropicana for a scoop or two of their homemade, 100 percent natural, authentic Mexican ice cream.
Burnt Ends Did you know burnt ends were invented in Kansas City? Boasting some of the best burnt ends on the planet, these crisped and charred chunks of smoked brisket trimmings are a true delicacy. What once was piled up as free discarded pieces at Arthur Bryant’s, these nuggets of barbecue gold have been luring visitors to Kansas City for decades and continue to do so. Get your fill of burnt ends at one of these popular joints while trying to figure out which restaurant is your personal favorite: Gates Bar-B-Q, Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que, Slap’s BBQ and Woodyard Bar-B-Que.
Woodyard BBQ
T-Rex Cafe Play With Your Food Bring the whole gang to one of these playful family-friendly restaurants appealing to both adults and children of all ages. Take a prehistoric adventure at T-Rex Cafe where you can pan for treasures, dig for fossils and dine with a dino. Have a great time with food and games all under one roof at Dave & Buster’s. With sharable appetizers and over 200 of the biggest, best and newest arcade games, it’s a win-win for everyone. Bring your appetite for fun and fine food as classically trained chefs entertain while preparing your meal on the hibachi grill at Stix. Shrimp toss, knife tricks and exploding onion volcano’s are sure to light up the faces of little ones.
800-264-1563 | 31 DINING This is only a sampling of dining options. For a complete list, go to VisitKansasCityKS.com.
1889 Pizza El Camino Real Italian Delight Stix 2876 W 47th St 903 N. 7th St. 8145 State Ave. 1847 Village West Parkway 913-608-5889 913-342-4333 913-287-4323 913-299-3788 www.1889pizza.com Find the best tacos on the www.italiandelightks.com www.stixkc.com Experience true, gourmet planet at El Camino Real. A local favorite with the best Authentic pan-Asian cuisine from Neapolitan pizza. New York-style pizza in town. Thailand, Japan, China and more. Famous Dave’s Arthur Bryant’s Barbeque 1320 Village West Parkway Jarocho Pescados Y Mariscos T-Rex Cafe 1702 Village West Parkway 913-334-8646 719 Kansas Avenue 1847 Village West Parkway 913-788-7500 www.famousdaves.com 913-281-7757 913-334-8888 www.arthurbryantsbbq.com Enjoy top-quality meats, Mouth-watering authentic Mexican www.trexcafe.com Slow-smoked barbecue with a hand-rubbed with fresh spices seafood, serving lunch and dinner. Surround yourselves with food, fun combination of hickory and oak and slow-cooked to perfection. and all things prehistoric at T-Rex. woods, mellowed to the peak of Jazz, A Louisiana Kitchen Pan for treasure, excavate fossils flavor, then splashed with sauce. Five Guys Burgers and Fries 1859 Village West Parkway and build dinosaurs of your own to 1803 Village West Parkway 913-328-0003 take home. Bonito Michoacan 913-334-4700 www.jazzkitchen.com 1150 Minnesota Ave. Authentic French Quarter café, Tacos El Tio 913-371-0326 3930 Rainbow Blvd. featuring fine Cajun cuisine and 78 N. 10th St. Enjoy delicious authentic Mexican 913-262-2500 live music. 913-281-7388 food in this meat market/deli. www.fiveguys.com Enjoy homemade sauce with extra Known for offering one of the Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que fixings on your tacos. Bonito Michoacan Bakery best burgers in the country. 3002 W. 47th Ave. 1200 Minnesota Ave. 913-722-3366 Paleterias Tropicana 913-233-0010 Fritz’s Railroad Restaurant www.joeskc.com 151 S 18th St. Indulge in the most delicious, 250 N. 18th St. Earning local and national 913-621-7000 sugar-dusted treats! This beautiful 913-281-2777 attention, Joe’s is a must-eat BBQ www.paleteriastropicana.com pastry shop offers the freshest, www.fritzskc.com joint. Popular choices include Authentic fruit-laden Mexican ice traditional Mexican baked goods Featuring burgers, chili and The Z-Man Sandwich, burnt ends, cream freshly made on site and in all of Kansas City. handmade shakes delivered by brisket sandwich and the tender traditional Mexican eats. electric trains. pork ribs. Carneceria El Torito II Vietnam Café 1409 Central Ave. Gates Bar-B-Q Mason Jar Brews & Burgers 2200 W. 39th Ave. 913-233-1794 1026 State Ave. 941 N. 74th St. 913-262-8552 This combo grocery store/ 913-621-1134 913-242-8165 www.thevietnamcafe.com restaurant serves up freshly www.gatesbbq.com www.masonjarkc.com Authentic traditional Vietnamese fried chips and salsa along with A KC tradition, Gates offers some Large selection of craft beers and cuisine. satisfying tacos. of the best ribs and meatiest made from scratch daily entrees beans in town, along with smoky, and burgers. Yard House Carneceria La Siete flavorful sandwiches. 1863 Village West Parkway 309 N. 7th St. Papa Bob’s Bar-B-Que 913-788-4500 913-766-1936 Granite City Food & Brewery 11610 Kaw Drive, Bonner Springs www.yardhouse.com Indulge in $1 tacos, quick and friendly 1701 Village West Parkway 913-422-4210 Eclectic American fusion cuisine and service and generous portions. 913-334-2255 www.papabobsbbq.com one of the world’s largest selections www.gcfb.net Featured on “Man v. Food,” this of draft beers. Chiusano’s Brick Oven Pizzeria Casual dining with an on-site small town, homey restaurant offers 1713 Village West Parkway brewery offering handcrafted tender and tasty BBQ. Woodyard Bar-B-Que 913-299-8787 beers in unique flavors. 3001 Merriam Lane www.chiusanospizza.com Rosedale BBQ 913-362-8000 Featuring European artisan-style Gus’ Chicken 600 Southwest Blvd. www.woodyardbbq.com brick oven pizzas. 2816 W. 47th St. 913-262-0343 Fine smoked meats and fresh 913-232-7091 www.rosedalebarbeque.com house-made side items; one of Danny’s Bar & Grill www.gusfriedchicken.com Rosedale serves some of the Kansas City’s last outdoor brick 10940 Parallel Parkway Serving spicy fried chicken & spiciest, most irresistible BBQ smokers around. 913-328-0247 comfort sides. plates in town. www.dannysbarandgrill.com Wyandot Barbeque A local favorite with daily specials Hollywood Casino at Slap’s BBQ 8441 State Ave. and live entertainment. Kansas Speedway 533 Central Ave 913-788-7554 777 Hollywood Casino Blvd. 913-213-3736 www.wyandotbbq.com Dave & Buster’s 913-288-9300 www.slapsbbqkc.com Enjoy falling-off-the-bone tender 1843 Village West Parkway www.hollywoodcasinokansas.com Hidden gem tucked away in the ribs and homemade delicious sauce. 913-981-6815 Dine like a star at the area’s newest Strawberry Hill neighborhood in www.daveandbusters.com casino, featuring Epic Buffet, Final Kansas City, KS, Slap’s serves up The one and only place you can Cut Steakhouse, Marquee Café and mouth-watering ribs, burnt ends, enjoy great food and drink, play Turn 2 Sports Bar & Restaurant. sandwiches and everything BBQ. hundreds of awesome arcade games and watch your favorite teams on TV.
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Gates BBQ
Legoland
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Entertainment [ ENJOY A NIGHT ON THE TOWN ]
34 | www.VisitKansasCityKS.com Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway Dive In Dive bars beat an overpriced nightclub any day of the week. Hang out with the locals at one of the many hideout joints in downtown Kansas City, KS. Keep yourself hydrated with a variety of beers and specialty drinks while you play a number of pin ball machines at the 403 Club. Grab a bite at Breit’s Stein and Deli, Kansas City’s version of Cheers. Breit’s is known to have the best Reuben in town along with cheap well drinks. Fuel up and catch a game at Chicago’s, where everyone is treated like a regular.
403 Club
Move to the Music Get your groove on at Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway as dazzling performances and live entertainment take center stage on select Friday and Saturday nights on the casino floor. Tap your feet to the beat of live jazz, rhythm and blues at Jazz, A Louisiana Kitchen. Concert goers will love the open-air atmosphere of Providence Medical Center Amphitheater. Thousands of acts have performed at the venue including Miranda Lambert, Fall Out Boy and Wiz Kalifa.
Fun & Games Kick back and enjoy the laughs, eats and cocktails at Kansas City, KS legendary entertainment venue Stanfords Comedy Club. Stand-up comedy legends such as Rosanne, Ellen Degeneres, Jerry Seinfeld and Damon Wayons have all graced the Stanford’s stage over the years. If the sounds of jangly music and spinning reels accompanied by jackpot flashing lights are more your game, try your luck at 7th Street Casino. For a different kind of fun, kids (and the young at heart) can enjoy great food and drink, play hundreds Dave & Buster’s of arcade games, and watch their favorite team on TV all under one roof at Dave & Buster’s.
800-264-1563 | 35 ENTERTAINMENT This is only a sampling of entertainment options. For a complete list, go to VisitKansasCityKS.com.
3rd Street Asylum Chicago’s Jazz, A Louisiana Kitchen Rowe Ridge Winery 200 E. Third St, Bonner Springs 534 Central Ave 1859 Village West Parkway 11255 Leavenworth Road 913-441-6124 913-281-9744 913-328-0003 913-721-9776 www.3rdstreetasylum.com Unwind KC style! Drink specials are www.jazzkitchen.com www.roweridge.com Chills will run down your spine offered daily, as well as a weekday Authentic French Quarter Cafe, Featuring a large selection of wines as you navigate through the old happy hour 4-7pm. featuring fine Cajun/Creole cuisine with tastings available Thursday- 1918 school building haunted by and live music. Sunday from noon-5 p.m. or by Bob Barber, the Butcher of Bonner d’Nile Wine Bar appointment. Springs who was sent to the asylum 701 Village West Parkway Providence Medical Center after a gory murder spree. Season 913-596-6000 Amphitheatre Stanford’s Comedy Club runs Sept.-Oct. www.chateauavalonhotel.com 633 N. 130th Street 1867 Village West Parkway An intimate and quaint hideaway, Bonner Springs, KS. 913-400-7500 403 Club the wine bar features top rated 913-825-3400 www.standfordscomedyclub.com 614 Reynolds Ave wines and spirits located inside www.providenceamp.com Kansas City’s oldest and most well- 913-499-8392 Chateau Avalon Hotel. Open air concert venue features known comedy club. Relaxed venue www.403club.com 6,700 reserved seats and an with adult-oriented comedy act, eats Great neighborhood bar with Dave & Buster’s expansive grass seating area. and beverages. excellent craft beer selection and 1843 Village West Parkway 10 pinball machines. 913-981-6815 www.daveandbusters.com 7th Street Casino Serving up quality food and fun, 777 N. 7th St. Trafficway featuring the latest electronic 913-371-3500 interactive entertainment and www.7th-streetcasino.com 3# traditional games. Gamble on a good time at the 7th Rowe Ridge Winery Street Casino. Exit Games 300 Oak St. Ste. D AMC Legends 14 Theatre 913-745-4925 1841 Village West Parkway www.exitgameskc.com 913-428-2992 An escape game experience! Break www.amctheatres.com out from rooms in 60 minutes or less 14-screen, state-of-the-art complex to become a true escape artist. featuring a four-story-high screen with a VIP balcony lounge. Fat Matt’s Vortex 411 N. 6th St. Boulevard Drive-In 913-296-7142 1051 Merriam Lane Awesome dive bar in historic 913-262-2414 Strawberry Hill area. www.boulevarddrivein.com Drive in and catch a flick from the Hollywood Casino at comfort of your own car for some Kansas Speedway old-fashioned fun at this Classic 777 Hollywood Casino Boulevard Drive-In Movie Theater. 913-288-9300 www.hollywoodcasinokansas.com Breit’s Stein and Deli Enjoy delicious dining and star 412 N 5th St. treatment. Features 2,000 of the 913-342-5311 newest slot machines, 52 table Locally owned and operated, Breit’s games and a 12-table Poker Room. is known for its reasonably priced beer and delicious sandwiches.
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KCATA
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Kansas Speedway
38 | www.VisitKansasCityKS.com Tailgate for your Team Load the family in the car, pack up the cooler and head out for some fast-paced fun! There are three different stadiums in the Village West area where you can tailgate and cheer on your favorite team or athlete. Find out why our city is called the Soccer capital of America when you catch our MLS team, Sporting Kansas City, in action at Children’s Mercy Park! Whether you’re a soccer fan or a sports fan in general, you’ll love the energy SKC fans bring to the match. A Kansas City T-Bones home game at CommunityAmerica Ballpark is the ideal way to spend a summer night in Kansas City, KS. Budget friendly and fun for the whole family, games feature affordable tickets, a children’s play area with a view of the field, and exciting between inning events. Twice a year during NASCAR race weekends, Kansas Speedway, brings in fans from all over the world to its 1.5 mile tri-oval track and state-of-the-art stadium with more Sporting KC than 73,600 seats for fans.
All About Adventure Tighten your grip, feel the adrenaline rush, and find out what it’s like to be in the shoes (or seat) of a NASCAR or dirt track car driver. Get down and dirty as you zoom around Lakeside Speedway in a Big Block Modified or Sprint car with the Kenny Wallace Dirt Racing Experience. Hop behind the wheel or ride shot gun of a 600HP NASCAR race car going unbelievable speeds, with the Richard Petty Driving Experience at Kansas Speedway. If you’re pursuing more high flying adventures, look no further than Zip KC! Get in touch with nature and hike through a beautiful forest that leads you to different zip line tours. Then soar through the air Zip KC with a spectacular view of the Kansas City Area.
Hit the Trails 2017 marks the 200th Anniversary of the bike, so why not celebrate with a ride? You can find scenic bike trails all throughout Kansas City, KS. The Armourdale Hike & Bike Route: Island View Loop provides an unpaved 1.3 mile scenic river trail and is great for hiking, running and mountain biking. For a more historic journey, ride or walk along the trails at Lewis and Clark Park at Kaw Point, where the famous explorers once stopped to camp along the confluence of the Kansas and Missouri rivers. Explore the 456-acres of natural beauty at Wyandotte County Lake Park where you can bike a challenging single-track trail.
800-264-1563 | 39 SPORTS & OUTDOORS This is only a sampling of sports and outdoors options. For a complete list, go to VisitKansasCityKS.com.
Armourdale Hike & Bike Route: KC Bowl Richard Petty Driving Experience Wyandotte County Island View Loop 8201 State Ave. 400 Speedway Blvd. Lake Park 18th Street & Kansas Avenue 913-299-1110 800-237-3889 91st Street & 913-573-8327 www.kcbowl.com www.drivepetty.com Leavenworth Road 6# www.kckleveetrail.weebly.com Family-friendly bowling alley Get ready for an adrenaline 913-573-8327 The Armourdale Hike & Bike Route featuring snack shop, cosmic pumping thrill that gets you as www.wycokck.org/parks is a 1.3 mile stretch of the Kaw bowling and weekly specials. close to being in the race as you Lake with marina, kids fishing River levee. You can access the will ever get or ride shotgun as a lake, picnic shelters, a playground, trail west of 18th Street under the Kenny Wallace Dirt Racing professional takes you around the boat rentals, off-leash dog area, Kansas Avenue Bridge on the north Experience track up to 155 mph. A unique an archery range and F.L. Schlagle (east) bank of the river. 5615 Wolcotte Drive Midwestern destination! Library and Environmental Center. 855-722-3347 Well maintained single track trail for Cabela’s www.dirtracewithkenny.com Schlitterbahn Kansas biking and hiking. For trail maps visit: 10300 Cabela Dr. dirtracewithkenny.com City Waterpark www.trailmasons.blogspot.com. 913-328-0322 Race around the dirt track of 9400 State Ave. 23# www.cabelas.com 1# Lakeside Speedway. Choose from 913-312-3110 Wyandotte County Parks Packed with hunting, fishing and Late Models, Big Block Modifieds, www.schlitterbahn.com/kc & Rec Skate Parks outdoor equipment, Cabela’s is Sprint cars and more! Schlitterbahn features an 913-573-8327 ready and waiting to help you interconnected river system, www.wycokck.org/parks get the most out of your next Lakeside Speedway exhilarating mat slides, a surfing Grab your board and catch some air! adventure. 5615 Wolcott Drive ride, kiddie area and hot tub with Parks are unique and fit for skaters 913-299-9206 swim-up bar. of all abilities. Dub’s Dread Golf Course www.lakesidespeedway.net • Pierson County Park, 12601 Hollingsworth Road A half-mile dirt track featuring Sporting Kansas City 1800 S. 55th St. 855-638-1275 USRA Modifieds, Grand Nationals, One Sporting Way • Wyandotte County Park, www.dubsdreadgolfclub.com USRA B-Mods and Factory Stocks. 913-387-3400 126th St. & Stave Ave., A quiet country setting just 888-452-4625 21# Bonner Springs minutes from the city. Lewis and Clark Park www.sportingkc.com at Kaw Point See the 2015 Lamar Hunt U.S. Wyandotte County Parks Kansas City T-Bones One River City Drive Open Cup Champs Sporting Kansas & Rec Spray Parks 1800 Village West 913-573-8327 5# City play in the state-of-the-art 913-573-8327 Parkway www.lewisandclarkwyco.org Children’s Mercy Park. Sporting KC www.wycokck.org/parks 913-328-2255 4# A 10-acre park with an education put Kansas City, KS on the map as Children of all ages and abilities www.tbonesbaseball.com pavilion about the Lewis and Clark Soccer Capital of the World. welcome. Free admission. The 2008 Northern League expedition, trails and access to • Eisenhower Park, 2901 N. 72nd St. Champion T-Bones play at the river. Sunflower Hills • Heathwood Park, N. 10th & beautiful CommunityAmerica Golf Course Parallel Parkway Ballpark. Painted Hills Golf Course 12200 Riverview Road, • Pierson County Park, 7101 Parallel Parkway Bonner Springs 11# 1800 S. 55th St. Kansas Speedway 913-334-1111 913-573-8570 400 Speedway Blvd. www.paintedhillsgolfclub.com www.sunflowerhillsgolfcourse.com Zip KC 913-328-3300, 866-460-RACE Featuring rolling fairways lined Challenging public championship 12829 Loring Drive, Bonner Springs www.kansasspeedway.com with large trees, perched high on a course with long par 4 and exciting 913-214-9478 Featuring a 1.5-mile racetrack and hill overlooking the city. par 3 holes. www.zipkc.com a road course, Kansas Speedway Kansas City’s only zip line tour park is host to two NASCAR Sprint in the metro area features Hike & Race Series races and many other Zip Tour, Tower Tour, Night Flights, special events throughout the year. Sunset Zip Line Tour and special events throughout the year.
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800-264-1563 | 41 Wyandotte County Historical Society & Museum
MISSION: To identify, collect, preserve, interpret and disseminate material and information pertaining to Wyandotte County history in order to assist the public in understanding, appreciating and assisting in the preservation of the heritage of this county.
Kansas Gas Service Wyandotte County Historical Society & Museum
631 N 126th St Bonner Springs, KS 66012 www.wycomuseum.org
Liberty Memorial
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Charles Curtis House Museum
The Great Overland Station Old Prairie Town
• A convenient location near many popular attractions FAIR DATES FOR 2017 ARE • Complimentary breakfast buffet JULY 11TH- • A fitness center JULY 17TH Wyandotte County Fair • Wireless high-speed internet Country Inn & Suites Come and enjoy carnival rides, music, • An indoor pool with hot tub exhibits, and motor sports. Whether you are traveling for business or • A microwave and refrigerator in every room Rentals available for weddings/receptions, leisure, make Country Inn and Suites by Carlson pavilions for company picnics, paved Kansas City at Village West your destination. • Complimentary Shuttle Service To parking for camping and car shows. Legends Shopping/Entertainment 1805 North 110th Street • Kansas City, KS 66111 Complex P: 913.299.4700 Call for information www.countryinns.com/kansascityks • In the Heart of the Legends 913-788-7898 or 913-721-2333
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Historical Sites [ JOURNEY TO THE PAST AND ] DISCOVER OUR ROOTS
44 | www.VisitKansasCityKS.com Homes with History Grinter Place State Historic Site Discover the stories from our past in the most in-depth way at these three museums that were once homes to residents of the area. Grinter Place State Historic Site is a beautiful farmstead home which once belonged to one of the earliest Kansas settlers, Moses Grinter and his wife Annie, a member of the Lenape (Delaware) Tribe. Strawberry Hill Cultural Museum & Ethnic Center is a luxurious Queen-Anne Style home built in 1887, which honors the eastern European Immigrants who settled in the area. Old Quindaro Museum shares the story of the cultural significance of the Quindaro town site, and the importance its people played in the Underground Railroad.
Off the Beaten Path Kansas City, KS offers some of the richest and the quirkiest history in the Midwest! View the Chickering piano that was on stage at the Ford Theatre the night of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination at the Piano Technicians Guild. Minnesota Avenue, the main street of our downtown is also known as the downtown Kansas City, KS Avenue of Murals. Stroll block to block and find giant, colorful murals that represent the different ethnic communities that make our city the true melting pot that it is. Clendening History of Medicine Museum showcases the fascinating practices and tools of late 19th and early 20th century American medicine, Downtown Kansas City, KS Avenue of Murals military medical practices and more.
War Memorials There are several war memorials in Kansas City, KS that honor those who have served our country in the military. The Rosedale Memorial Arch was designed by local resident, John LeRoy Marshall, to remember our soldiers who fought in World War I. The World War II Bomber Builders Monument is located just outside of the Wyandotte County Museum, and is dedicated to the men and women of Kansas City, KS who built B-25 Mitchell Medium bombers. On the grounds of Wyandotte County Lake Park is the Korean-Vietnam War Memorial. This breathtaking site is made up of two life-size bronze statues and pays tribute to the courageous contributions of soldiers during the Korean and Vietnam wars. Vietnam War Memorial
800-264-1563 | 45 HISTORICAL SITES This is only a sampling of historical sites. For a complete list, go to VisitKansasCityKS.com.
Anthology of Argentine Mural Korean-Vietnam National Agricultural Rosedale Memorial Arch Between 30th and Woodland on War Memorial Center & Hall of Fame 35th and Booth streets Metropolitan Avenue 91st Street and 630 Hall of Fame Drive, 913-573-8327 913-321-5800 Leavenworth Road 8# Bonner Springs 16# A tribute to World War I 9# Six artists spent 10 months 913-573-8327 913-721-1075 soldiers, and based on Paris’ Arc completing this 220-foot mural The nation’s first dual-war memorial www.aghalloffame.com de Triomphe, the Arch was designed tracing the Argentine District of is dedicated to veterans of the Chartered by Congress to honor by Rosedale resident John LeRoy Kansas City, KS from the Hopewell Korean and Vietnam conflicts. America’s farmers. Former President Marshall and was dedicated in 1923. Indians to today. Located at the entrance of Harry Truman’s plow is here along, with In 1993, a monument was added to Wyandotte County Lake. Hours: park more than 30,000 agricultural relics. honor soldiers of WWII and the Korean Clendening History of Medicine closes at midnight. Admission: free. and Vietnam conflicts. Hours: open 24 Museum at KU Med Old Quindaro Museum hours. Admission: free. 3901 Rainbow Blvd. Legendary Kansans 3432 N. 29th St. (Robinson Building) at Legends Outlets 816-820-3615 Strawberry Hill Museum 913-588-7042 Kansas City www.ccoq.org 17# and Cultural Center Focusing on 19th- and 20th-century 1843 Village West 2# Preserving the rich history 720 N. 4th St. American medicine, see pieces Parkway of the community where runaway 913-371-3264 18# of medical equipment, books, 913-788-3700 slaves once found sanctuary, see www.strawberryhillmuseum.org manuscripts, art, artifacts and www.legendsshopping.com old-fashioned shackles and other Featuring exhibits of original art, music traveling exhibits. Hours: Monday- Enjoy an audio walking tour of the items on display. Hours: Tuesday, and dance, this museum preserves the Friday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 80-plus Kansas heroes represented Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday diverse cultures that Eastern European on medallions, posters, murals and by appointment. immigrants brought to KCK in the Downtown Kansas City, KS in sculpture. Admission: free. early 1900s. Hours: Saturday-Sunday Avenue of Murals Piano Technicians Guild noon-5 p.m. Group and guided tours Minnesota Avenue Lewis and Clark Historic Foundation Museum by appointment. Admission: adults $7, 913-321-5800 Park at Kaw Point 4444 Forest Ave. children $3, under 6 free. www.visitkansascityks.com One River City Drive 913-432-9975 The Avenue of Murals Project 913-573-8327 5# www.ptg.org Sumner High School includes eight outstanding murals www.lewisandclarkwyco.org Museum showcases the history Alumni Room in a four-block long corridor along The Lewis and Clark Expedition of the piano as it relates to 1610 N. 8th St. Minnesota Avenue in downtown arrived at Kaw Point on June 26, technicians, as well as technicians’ 913-299-0793 28# Kansas City, KS. Each mural 1804. This 10-acre park features tools and pianos of historic value. The archival records of Sumner celebrates the history and culture interpretive signs, trails and Group tours by appointment. High School — the only legislated of Kansas City, KS and the unique boat ramp. Hours: park closes at Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 African-American High School in the groups within the community midnight. Admission: free. p.m. Admission: free. state of Kansas — includes photos, trophies, school newspapers and Grinter Place State Mr. and Mrs. Quindaro Ruins books written by alumni, on display Historic Site F.L. Schlagle Overlook at Sumner Academy. Hours: second 1420 S. 78th St. Environmental Library 27th and Sewell streets 12# Tuesday and fourth Thursday of 913-299-0373 15# 4051 West Drive 7# 913-573-8327 the month 10 a.m.-2 p.m. or by www.kshs.org/grinter_place Wyandotte County Lake Park The Quindaro Ruins Overlook appointment. Moses Grinter established the first 913-299-2384 provides a rare window to the past, ferry across the Kansas River. His www.kckpl.org with the stone and brick foundation World War II Bomber 1857 home is believed to be the Interactive library, nature center and offering tangible evidence of a Builders Monument oldest farmhouse in Kansas. Hours: trail offer educational, cultural and largely unrecognized chapter in 631 N. 126th St. Wednesday-Friday 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. recreational opportunities for all. American history. Bonner Springs 20# (May-Oct). Admission: adults $3, Hours: Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 913-573-5002 children $1, under 5 free. Quindaro Underground This monument honors employees Mule Deer Country Railroad Museum who built 6,608 B-25 bombers in the Huron Indian Cemetery Museum at Cabela’s 3436 N. 27th St. Fairfax District during World War II. 7th and Ann streets 10300 Cabela Drive 913-321-1220 27# Open daylight hours. Admission: free, 913-321-5800 913-328-0322 1# Housed in the historic but donations appreciated. This cemetery was established in www.cabelas.com Vernon MultiPurpose Center, the 1843 after the forced migration of Located inside Cabela’s, the Mule museum has several artifacts and Wyandotte County the Wyandotte Nation from near Deer Country Museum includes documents that tell the story of Historical Society and Upper Sandusky, Ohio. Hours: open the world’s largest collection of the town and people of Quindaro. Museum 24 hours. Admission: free. life-size trophy mule deer in natural Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 631 N. 126th St., 19# surroundings. Hours: Monday- or by appointment. Bonner Springs John Brown Statue Saturday 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday 10 913-573-5002 27th and Sewell streets a.m.-7 p.m. Admission: free. www.wycomuseum.org 913-573-8327 The museum houses one of the The statue pays 13# nation’s remaining Native-American homage to John Brown, one of the dugout canoes, a rare 1903 American nation’s most staunch opponents la France Steam Fire Engine and the of slavery and civil war abolitionist. Trowbridge Research Library and Archives. Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-noon. Closed on Saturdays: October-April. 46 | www.VisitKansasCityKS.com Scheels [Annual Events] FESTIVALS AND SPECIAL EVENTS FOR ALL AGES AND INTERESTS
Kansas City Renaissance Festival Can't-Miss Festivals Special events in Kansas City, KS can take you and your family to places you’ve never been before! Mingle with royalty and fire eaters, watch an armored joust and step back in time at the Kansas City Renaissance Festival. If you want to “travel” to other countries while staying in Kansas City, KS, attend the Wyandotte County Ethnic Festival and discover more about the cultures of the people who immigrated here.
April 15 July 11-17 Sept. 2 to Oct. 15 WYCO Ethnic Festival Wyandotte County Fair Kansas City Renaissance Festival KCKCC Field House 13700 Polfer Rd 628 N. 126th St. 7250 State Ave. 913-721-2333 Bonner Springs www.freewebs.com/wycoethnicfestival www.wycofair.com 800-373-0357/913-721-2110 Explore music, ethnic food and Enjoy 4-H animals, carnival rides, food, www.kcrenfest.com entertainment representing cultures who games, entertainment and activities for This storybook re-creation of a 16th-century have immigrated to the area. all ages. English village features live entertainment, food and fun. Designated a top 100 event May 12-13 August 21 in North America. Step back in time with Kansas Speedway Race Series Solar Eclipse jousters, royalty and fire-eaters! Kansas Speedway 913-321-5800 400 Kansas Speedway Blvd. www.VisitKansasCityKS.com Oct. 21-22 866-460-RACE A total solar eclipse is coming to the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series www.kansasspeedway.com United States and Kansas City, KS is in Kansas Speedway Home of the NASCAR Camping World the path of totality. Check website for 400 Speedway Blvd. Truck Series Under the Lights and additional event information. 866-460-RACE NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. www.kansasspeedway.com See the best in stock car racing with the ARCA Racing Series, NASCAR Xfinity
Annual Events Calendar Series and NASCAR Sprint Cup Series.
For a complete and up-to-date list of events check VisitKansasCityKS.com
48 | www.VisitKansasCityKS.com KStrawberry Hill Museum
FAIR DATES FOR 2017 ARE JULY 11TH- JULY 17TH
Wyandotte County Fair Come and enjoy carnival rides, music, exhibits, and motor sports. Rentals available for weddings/ receptions, pavilions for company Comfort Inn picnics, paved parking for BY CHOICE HOTELS camping and car shows. 234 N. 78th St. • Kansas City, KS 66112 Phone: (913) 299-5555 • Fax: (913) 299-5505 Call for information www.comfortkc.com • [email protected] 913-788-7898 or 913-721-2333
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800-264-1563 | 49 [Nearby Attractions] ENHANCE YOUR TRIP AND CONNECT WITH OUR NEIGHBORING COMMUNITIES All that Jazz American Jazz Museum If you’re a fan of jazz music, Kansas City’s rich history will be music to your ears. The 18th & Vine Jazz District is internationally known as an early scene for the vivacious music genre. Visitors come from all over the world to see the American Jazz Museum. The interactive museum captures the essence of the jazz culture through its touch screen adventures, listening stations and famous artifacts including a saxophone belonging to KC native and jazz legend, Charlie Parker. Continue your melodic trip to the past with the museum’s The Blue Room, where you can relax and listen to live jazz performances. If you’re looking to spice up your dinner plans, Jazz, A Louisiana Kitchen, has two locations in the Kansas City Metro, and pairs its authentic Cajun dishes with live jazz, blues and soul music.
Leila’s Hair Museum Must-See Museums Covering an array of art, history and everything in between, museums in the metro area have stories to tell that you won’t find anywhere else. The Arabia Steamboat Museum gives visitors a peek at what life was like on the American frontier in the mid-19th century through its artifacts recovered from a steamboat that sank in the Missouri River. The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is a world-class facility that includes more than 35,000 works of art. The museum is home to the Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park, which features the giant shuttlecock display, a true Kansas City icon. Known as one of the “8 Wonders of Kansas”, the C.W. Parker Carousel Museum in Leavenworth, KS displays carousels designed by C.W. Parker, a famous carousel manufacturer of the early 1900s. Leila’s Hair Museum in Independence, MO is the only hair museum in the entire world and perhaps the most unique museum too! View thousands of different wreaths, jewelry, and other items that were made very popular during the Victorian period.
Kansas City Zoo Going Wild Photo courtesy of Kansas City Zoo Well-known as a favorite family day trip of the area, the Kansas City Zoo allows you to explore more than 200 acres of adventure and wildlife including penguins, orangutans, big cats and more. Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead in Overland Park, KS features farm animals, general store, dairy barn and more that will make your family feel like you’ve traveled in time to a turn-of-the-century farm. Also in Overland Park is the Museum at Prairiefire. In collaboration with the American Museum of Natural History, the museum brings in world-class exhibits covering dinosaurs, unique animal species, and other fascinating parts of natural history. SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium will transport your family underwater to get you up close and personal with sharks, sea horses, starfish and more than 5,000 other creatures of the ocean. 50 | www.VisitKansasCityKS.com NEARBY ATTRACTIONS This is only a sampling of nearby attractions. For a complete list, go to VisitKansasCityKS.com.
American Jazz Museum Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead Kauffman Center for the Oceans of Fun/Worlds of Fun 1616 E. 18th St., Kansas City, MO 13800 Switzer Road, Performing Arts 4545 Worlds of Fun Ave. 816-474-8463 Overland Park, KS 1601 Broadway, Kansas City, MO I-435, exit 54 (Parvin Road), www.americanjazzmuseum.org 913-897-2360 816-994-7200 Kansas City, MO The essence and living spirit of jazz Experience farm animals, birds of www.kauffmancenter.org 816-454-4545 legends fill the atmosphere here. prey, a one-room schoolhouse, Presenting a wide spectrum of www.worldsoffun.com fishing pond, a horse-drawn wagon entertainers and performances from One of the largest themed Ameristar Casino and pony rides. around the world. Also home to the amusement and water parks in the 3200 N. Ameristar Drive Kansas City Ballet, Symphony and Midwest, featuring Camp Snoopy for I-435 at E. Highway 210, Hallmark Visitors Center Lyric Opera. young thrill-seekers. Kansas City, MO 2450 Grand Blvd., Kansas City, MO 816-414-7000/866-MOREFUN 816-274-3613 Leila’s Hair Museum Overland Park Arboretum & www.ameristar.com/kansas.city www.hallmarkvisitorscenter.com 1333 S. Noland Road, Botanical Gardens Large casino floor, nine restaurants, More than 90 years of Hallmark Independence, MO 8909 W. 179th St., Overland Park, KS luxury hotel and 18 movie screens. history presented through interactive 816-833-2955 913-685-3604 exhibits, displays and videos. www.leilashairmuseum.net www.opkansas.org Argosy Casino The only museum solely dedicated to The 300 acres of botanical gardens 777 N.W. Argosy Parkway, Harrah’s Casino displays of hair art dating back to the and trails offer unique, unexpected Kansas City, MO One Riverboat Drive, 19th century. pleasures year round. 816-746-3100 North Kansas City, MO www.argosykansascity.com 816-472-7777 LEGOLAND Discovery Center Science City at Union Station Experience Las Vegas-style gaming www.harrahsnkc.com Kansas City 30 W. Pershing Road, and lodging near Kansas City Stay and play at this hotel and casino. 2475 Grand Blvd., Kansas City, MO Kansas City, MO International Airport. 816-471-4386 816-460-2020 Harry S. Truman Library www.legolanddiscoverycenter.com www.sciencecity.com Arabia Steamboat Museum & Museum Feel as though you’ve just jumped into Interactive exhibits make science fun, 400 Grand Blvd., Kansas City, MO 500 W. Highway 24, the world’s biggest box of LEGO bricks and historic Union Station provides 816-471-1856 Independence, MO at the LEGOLAND Discovery Center. a one-of-a-kind architectural and www.1856.com 816-268-8200 historical backdrop. Featuring recovered treasures of the www.trumanlibrary.org Museum at Prairiefire Great White Arabia, which sank in Learn about the life and times of the 5801 W. 135th St., Overland Park, KS SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium the Missouri River more than 140 33rd President of the United States. 913-333-3500 2475 Grand Blvd., Kansas City, MO years ago. www.museumofpf.org 816-471-4386 iFLY A museum unlike any other in the www.visitsealife.com/Kansas-city C.W. Parker Carousel Museum 10975 Metcalf Ave Midwest, where human cultures, Get astonishingly close views of 320 S. Esplanade, Leavenworth, KS Overland Park, KS the natural world and the universe everything from humble starfish and 913-682-1331 913-305-4359 come alive through exciting, state-of- seahorses to graceful rays and sharks. www.firstcitymuseums.org/ www.iflyworld.com the-art exhibits. carousel_main.html Indoor skydiving facility offering Sky Zone See complete carousels from an incredibly realistic and safe National World War I Museum at 6495 Quivira Road 1850-1950 and learn about Charles experience. Liberty Memorial Shawnee, KS Wallace Parker, the traveling carnival 2 Memorial Drive, Kansas City, MO 913-213-5900 “king” of the Midwest. Kansas City Power & Light District 816-888-8100 www.skyzone.com 1100 Walnut, Kansas City, MO www.theworldwar.org Indoor trampoline park offering fun Country Club Plaza 816-842-1045 Discover the most extensive and fitness. 4750 Broadway, Kansas City, MO www.powerandlightdistrict.com assembly of artifacts, photography, 816-753-0100 A vibrant, eight-block neighborhood art and narratives of the Great War at Topgolf www.countryclubplaza.com offering entertainment, retail and this state-of-the-art museum. 10611 Nall Ave More than 150 shops and boutiques dining in the heart of downtown Overland Park, KS fill this 15-block shopping and Kansas City, Mo. Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art 913-562-9713 dining district. 4525 Oak St., Kansas City, MO www.topgolf.com Kansas City Zoo 816-751-1278 Sprawling entertainment venue Crown Center 6800 Zoo Drive, Kansas City, MO www.nelson-atkins.org with high-tech driving range, 2405 Grand Blvd., Kansas City, MO 816-595-1234 See one of the nation’s top general lounge and games. 816-274-8444 www.kansascityzoo.org art museums, showcasing a variety of www.crowncenter.com See hundreds of exotic animals in periods and cultures. Westport Featuring specialty shops, natural surroundings. 4050 Pennsylvania Ave., entertainment, restaurants, cinemas New Theatre Restaurant Kansas City, MO and outdoor winter ice skating. 9229 Foster Ave., Overland Park, KS 816-531-4370 913-649-7469 www.westportkcmo.com www.newtheatre.com This historic district features a Catch a musical or comedy at this wealth of unique shops, dining and premier dinner theater. nightlife options.
800-264-1563 | 51 [Lodging ] REST AND RELAX AFTER A DAY OF ADVENTURE
Great Wolf Lodge 52 | www.VisitKansasCityKS.com Scooops Kid Spa at Fab For Families Great Wolf Lodge Go on an adventure to the Great Wolf Lodge Kansas City and let the kids decide where to play first in this Northwood’s themed resort. Splash and slide away the afternoon in Great Wolf’s indoor waterpark, or try your skills at mini golf. Activities pulsate here from sun-up to sundown, all under one roof with an arcade, interactive children’s activities, shopping, dining and spa services for the divas in the group who enjoy a little pampering. When everyone is worn out, choose a standard or themed room for a good night’s sleep. Or spread out in a suite at one of these family-friendly hotels: Residence Inn Kansas City at The Legends, Best Western Premier KC Speedway Inn & Suites, Candlewood Suites, Comfort Suites and Country Inn & Suites.
Romantic Redux For a romantic getaway, enjoy all the pampering you can stand at Chateau Avalon, a boutique hotel that offers unique experiences without all the fuss of travel. Designed as a French chateau, the hotel features one of Kansas City’s largest fountains, 61 guest rooms - each with a unique theme, spa services, made-to-order breakfasts delivered to your room and signature cocktails at the d’Nile Wine bar. Enjoy your down time in a dream room where ambiance knows no bounds - among them the Roman Dynasty, Camelot, Monte Cristo, Egyptian Palace and the Tahitian Treehouse. You will feel pampered with a custom mattress, Egyptian cotton linens, two-person jetted tub, flat-screen TV and wireless internet in each room.
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Budget Friendly Have a great time staying in affordable accommodations that still have plenty of perks. Kansas City, KS offers a variety of well known national chains and locally owned hotels with amenities to please both families and working vacationers. Enjoy the best of outdoor accommodations at Cottonwood RV Park & Campground. Campers have a choice of 100 sites situated in a secluded, yet convenient location off I-70 in Bonner Springs, within minutes of popular destinations like the Kansas Speedway, T-Bones baseball and Legends Outlets Kansas City.
800-264-1563 | 53 $ = less than $100; $$ = $100-$150; $$$ = $150-$200; $$$$ = $201+ For more information, see www.visitKansasCityKS.com or LODGING call 800-264-1563.
Contact Information of rooms/suites No. range Price breakfast Comp. In-/Outdoor pool Meeting rooms center/spa Fitness Restaurant Internet allowed Pets Business center Area
American Motel 7949 Splitlog Avenue 913-299-2999 158 $ • O • Midtown Kansas City, KS. myamericaninn.com
Back in Thyme B&B 1100 S. 130th Street, Bonner Springs, KS. 913-422-5207 3 $$ • • Bonner Springs www.backnthyme.com
Best Western Premier KC Speedway Inn & Suites 10401 France Family Drive 82 $- • I • F • • Village West Area 913-334-4440/800-780-7234 $$$ See ad on page 60 www.bestwesternkansas.com
Candlewood Suites 10920 Parallel Parkway 98 $- • F • • • Village West Area 913-788-9929/877-226-3539 suites $$$ www.candlewoodsuites.com
Chateau Avalon 701 Village West Parkway 61 $$- • • S • • Village West Area 913-596-6000 suites $$S$ See ad on page 55 www.chateauavalonhotel.com
Comfort Inn 234 N. 78th Street 45 $- • I F • • • Midtown Kansas City, KS. 913-299-5555/877-424-6423 $$$$ See ad on page 49 www.comfortinn.com
Comfort Suites at the Speedway 3000 N. 103rd Terrace 84 $ • I • F • • • Village West Area 913-299-4466 suites www.comfortsuitesspeedway.com
Cottonwood RV Park 115 S. 130th Street Bonner Springs, KS. 100 Call O • Bonner Springs 913-422-8038 sites www.cottonwoodcamping.com
Country Inn & Suites 1805 N. 110th Street 116 $- • I • F • • Village West Area 913-299-4700/800-830-5222 suites $$$$ See ad on page 43 www.countryinns.com/kansascityks
Days Inn - Kansas Speedway 7721 Elizabeth Avenue 78 $ • I F • • • Midtown Kansas City, KS. 913-334-3028 • www.daysinn.com
Great Wolf Lodge 10401 Cabela Drive 281 $$$- I/O • F/S • • • Village West Area 913-299-7001/800-608-9653 suites $$$$ www.greatwolf.com/kansas-city
Hampton Inn at Village West 1400 Village West Parkway 76 $$- • I F • • Village West Area 913-328-1400/800-HAMPTON $$$$ www.hamptoninn.com
Hilton Garden Inn & Jack Reardon Convention Center 147 $$- I • F • • • Downtown Kansas City, KS Area 520 Minnesota Avenue $$$ See ad on page 1 913-342-7900/800-445-8667 www.hiltongardeninn.com
54 | www.VisitKansasCityKS.com $ = less than $100; $$ = $100-$150; $$$ = $150-$200; $$$$ = $201+ For more information, see www.visitKansasCityKS.com or call 800-264-1563.
Contact Information of rooms/suites No. range Price breakfast Comp. In-/Outdoor pool Meeting rooms center/spa Fitness Restaurant Internet allowed Pets Business center Area
Holiday Inn Express 13031 Ridge Drive, Bonner Springs, KS. 63 $- • I F • • Bonner Springs 913-721-5300/888-HOLIDAY $$ www.hiexpress.com
Holiday Inn Express & Suites at KU Medical Center 3932 Rainbow Boulevard 83 $- • I • F • • KU Med Center Area 913-236-8700/888-HOLIDAY $$ www.hiekansascity.com
Holiday Inn Express - Village West 1931 Prairie Crossing 913-328-1024 96 $- • I • F • • Village West Area 888-HOLIDAY $$$ www.hiexpress.com
Oak Tree Inn 501 Southwest Boulevard 110 $- • O • F • • • KU Med Center Area 913-677-3060/888-456-TREE $$ www.oaktreeinn.com
Residence Inn Kansas City at The Legends 1875 Village West Parkway 108 $$- • I • F • • • Village West Area 913-788-5650 suites $$$$ www.marriott.com/mcisp
Super 8 13041 Ridge Avenue, Bonner Springs, KS. 83 $ • I • • • Bonner Springs 913-721-3877/800-800-8000 www.super8.com
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800-264-1563 | 55 [Meetings and Groups] Family Reunions If you are looking for a place to meet your family and friends, Kansas City, KS is at the center of it all … literally. Geographically located in the middle of the United States, Kansas City, KS offers value and hospitality that can only be found in the Midwest. It’s easy to reach by plane, train and car, making Kansas City, KS accessible for everyone. And, as you can tell from this Visitors Guide, there are plenty of activities that will keep everyone in your crew, from tots to pops, entertained. Make it a memorable reunion in Kansas City, KS.
Reardon Corporate Meetings Convention Center Meeting planners will find Kansas City, KS one of the most unique meeting destinations in the Midwest. With over 1,800+ hotel rooms, affordable rates, superior highway system and hassle free airports, Kansas City, KS is the ideal destination for association meetings and corporate conferences. In addition to the 20,000 square foot Reardon Convention Center, you’ll find unique spaces in our hotels, sports venues and private facilities. From welcome bags to off-site activities assistance, the staff of the Convention & Visitors Bureau is eager to help in tailoring a memorable event for your group. Find our Meeting Planners Guide online at VisitKansasCityKS.com.
Group Tours Kansas City, KS is a great location for a hub and spoke tour. From student travel to motorcoach tours, creating unique group tour experiences is our specialty. Travel back in time with a history tour and discover where Lewis & Clark camped when they arrived on June 26, 1804, see why tailgating is all the hype in Kansas City, KS with a sports tour or learn about locally made products with a Kansas City, KS Originals tour. Whether you’re on a tight schedule or have a day or two to explore, we want your group to have a first-class experience with a personalized itinerary. Contact us for a Group Tour Planner or go to VisitKansasCityKS.com.
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71 RAYTOWN LEAWOOD LENEXA 69 10 DESOTO OVERLAND PARK 1 7th Street Casino 8 Grinter Place State 15 Legends Outlets 22 Painted Hills Golf Course 29 Strawberry Hill Museum 777 N. Seventh Street Trafficway Historical Site Kansas City 7101 Parallel Parkway & Cultural Center 913-371-3500 1420 S. 78th St. 1843 Village West Parkway 913-334-1111 720 N. 4th St. 913-299-0373 913-788-3700 913-371-3264 2 Cabela’s 23 Piano Technicians Guild 10300 Cabela Drive 9 Hollywood Casino at Kansas 16 Lewis & Clark Park Foundation Museum 30 Sumner High School 913-328-0322 Speedway at Kaw Point 4444 Forest Ave. Alumni Room 777 Hollywood Casino Boulevard One River City Drive 913-432-9975 1610 N. 8th St. 3 Children’s Mercy Park 913-288-9300 913-573-8327 913-299-0793 (Sporting KC) 24 Providence Medical Center One Sporting Way 10 Huron Indian Cemetery 17 Memorial Hall Amphitheater 31 Sunflower Hills Golf Course 913-387-3400 7th & Ann Street 600 N. 7th 633 N. 130th 12200 Riverview Road, 888-452-4625 913-321-5800 913-549-4853 Bonner Springs Bonner Springs 913-825-3400 913-573-8570 4 Clendening History of 11 Kansas City Renaissance Festival 18 Moon Marble Company Medicine Museum at KU Med 628 N. 126th St. 600 East Front St., 25 Quindaro Ruins Overlook & 32 Wyandotte County Fairgrounds 3901 Rainblow Blvd. Bonner Springs Bonner Springs John Brown Statue 13700 Polfer Road (Robinson Bldg) 913-721-2110 913-441-1432 27th & Sewell Street 913-721-2333 913-588-7042 800-373-0357 913-573-8327 19 National Agricultural Center 33 Wyandotte County Historical 5 CommunityAmerica Ballpark 12 Kansas Speedway & Hall of Fame 26 Quindaro Underground Society and Museum (Kansas City T-Bones) 400 Kansas Speedway Blvd. 630 Hall of Fame Drive, Railroad Museum 631 N. 126th St., 1800 Village West Parkway 913-328-3300 Bonner Springs 3436 N. 27th St. Bonner Springs Attractions 913-328-2255 866-460-RACE 913-721-1075 913-321-1220 913-573-5002
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71 RAYTOWN LEAWOOD LENEXA 69 10 DESOTO OVERLAND PARK Located in the heart of Legends & Village West .25 mile to Kansas Speedway Just Steps to Sporting KC Soccer Stadium, Legends Outlet Mall & Nebraska Furniture Mart 1 mile from Hollywood Casino 1 mile from Schlitterbahn Waterpark
10401 France Family Drive Kansas City, Kansas Best Western Located South of Soccer Stadium & East of Kansas Speedway (913) 334-4440 • www.bestwestern.com F: (913) 334-4441 [email protected]
AMENITIES 100% Non-Smoking • Indoor Pool with Waterslide • Hot Tub State-of-the-art Fitness Center • Business Center • Meeting Room for 50 Boardroom for 15 • FREE High-speed Wired and Wireless Internet Complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet • Refrigerator, Microwave & Coffee Maker Suites & Balcomies Available • Extra-large Rooms with Double Pillow Top Mattresses 100% Purified Drinking Water In All Rooms • 43 inch flat screen TV’s Lounge with Full-service Bar - Open Evenings
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