Category: History

Celebrating and supporting Black-Owned Tourism Businesses in Kansas City, KS

By Timothy Williams on Feb. 01, 2025

Backing local businesses plays a vital role in strengthening our community's economy. In 2025, we continue to go above and beyond by highlighting Black-owned businesses that have established themselves as integral parts of KCK. These restaurants, shops, and attractions bring diversity, creativity, and excellence to our tourism and business landscape, often serving as pillars of their industries and champions of their crafts…

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A War Memorial Tour in Kansas City, KS

By Guest Blogger on Nov. 08, 2024

Credited to E.J. Lando. A daughter tours Kansas City, KS’s war memorials with her veteran father When I think of my dad, I think of a lot of different things. I think of his hands steadying the seat of my bike as I pedaled my way down the sidewalk. I remember his wink as we both snuck a second…

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Honoring Heroes: Veteran's Day in KCK

By Guest Blogger on Nov. 09, 2023

As the crisp autumn air blankets the city in a nostalgic embrace, Kansas City, Kansas, prepares to salute the heroes who have donned the uniform, stood on the front lines, and sacrificed for the greater good. This Veteran's Day, let's embark on a journey through the heart of Wyandotte County, where…

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Exploring the Rich Indigenous History of Kansas City, Kansas

By Guest Blogger on Oct. 09, 2023

On this Indigenous Peoples' Day, we embark on a journey to celebrate and honor the deep-rooted history and heritage of the Native American communities in Kansas City, Kansas. Long before the arrival of European settlers, this land was home to diverse Indigenous tribes, each contributing their unique…

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KCK Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

By Guest Blogger on Sep. 20, 2023

Explore the vibrant history and enduring legacy of Latino culture in Kansas City, KS during Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15th to October 15th. Rooted in a migration wave from Mexico in 1910, driven by the allure of railroads, meat-packing plants, and farm work, these early pioneers laid the…

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Honoring Female Trailblazers of Kansas City, KS

By Alexa Savka on Mar. 07, 2023

As spring makes her appearance and the storms bring about a lovely floral array, we are reminded of beauty, regeneration and growth. All of these things, also achievements that ages of developing empowerment have inspired women to contribute, are certainly worth appreciating this Women’s History Month. It is no doubt that many brilliant women have had a substantial influence expanding our knowledge as a population and advancing our societies since the beginning of time. These remarkable women come from all over the world, but there are women like them in every town and city on the map—even the city you call home. Let’s take a journey back in time to honor some of the most notable women to come from Kansas City, Kansas…

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Day of the Dead Celebration Must-Do Experiences

By Ruby Montoya on Nov. 04, 2022

Days of the Dead (Dia de Los Muertos) is a Mexican holiday celebrated throughout Mexico and by people of Mexican ancestry all over the world, including the United States and especially in Kansas City, Kansas! The holiday is celebrated by building private altars termed “Ofrendas”, honoring the dead with “Calaveras” (skulls), Aztec marigolds, delicious food, and beverages that the deceased enjoyed, and leaving these gifts at their gravesites and altars…

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Memorial Sites You Can Visit in Kansas City, Kansas

By Rebekah Bryer on May. 27, 2022

What a better way to honor our veterans, military service persons and fallen heroes than to take a tour of all the great veteran and war memorials in Kansas City, KS and Wyandotte County? Whether or not you have friends or family in the service, have served yourself, are an avid history buff, or just appreciate what it means to be an American, there is always value in taking the time to pay tribute to the sacrifices that were made for our country…

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Discovering Family Heritage

Feb. 01, 2022

Explore the powerful connections to black history in Kansas City, KS Every person has a unique history. A culture. A past. With the hustle and bustle of day-to-day life nowadays, it’s easy to get caught up in the present. Far too often we rush ahead at full speed ready for the next thing life throws at us, forgetting to take the time to sit and reflect on the history of those who came before us. My husband and I sat talking about this one night, and decided we needed to do something different…

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The Holiday Spirit is Alive in Kansas City, KS

By Rebekah Bryer on Nov. 29, 2021

With all the hustle and bustle in the world today, it can be tough to find time to create those magical moments that truly put you in the holiday mood. But don’t tear up your Christmas list and say bah humbug just yet! Here’s what you can do in Kansas City, Kan.to have you “Ho Ho Ho-ing” in no time. …

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