Category: History

A War Memorial Tour in Kansas City, KS

Jan. 01, 2021

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 popsicle on a hot summer evening. I think of my horror in finding that I’d been placed in his history class in ninth grade, and I think of the sheer joy and pride that shone on his face when I was accepted to college. There are other memories in there too—the furrow in his brow when he grounded me…

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Kansas City, KS: A City of Murals

By Guest Blogger on Sep. 13, 2020

Murals change the landscape of a community, bringing together colors and paint to celebrate the history and diversity of an area…

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5 Ways to Celebrate Charlie Parker All Month Long

By Rebekah Baughman on Aug. 06, 2020

August 29th marks what would be the 100th birthday of the Kansas City, KS born Jazz legend Charlie “Yardbird” Parker. Known for his smooth alto saxophone, Parker was a highly influential soloist and leading musician in the development of bebop, a form of jazz characterized by fast tempos, technique, and advanced harmonies. Parker was raised in KCMO, near the Westport area. He began playing sax at the young age of 11 and later joined his school band at Lincoln High School. He left school in…

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A 3 Day History Buff Itinerary in Kansas City, KS

By Guest Blogger on Jan. 16, 2020

Kansas City, KS will bring out the history buff in you! Travel back in time and discover our rich history as you make your way through the city visiting local museums and historical sites…

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Familiar Faces in Kansas City, KS: Greg Gant, Kansas City Cupcake Co. Cafe

By Guest Blogger on Jan. 06, 2020

You'll see a lot of friendly local faces in Kansas City, KS. Here's one to remember! Greg Gant, manager of the Kansas City Cupcake Co. Cafe…

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A Day to Blend the Old with the New

By Jeff & Crystal on Sep. 26, 2017

On a beautiful Fall morning, we headed off to see what the day held. We needed a caffeine fix to get us started. This made the decision of our first stop simple. We had seen a lot of social media buzz about a new coffee shop in the Strawberry Hill district. As we exited I-70 onto Central Avenue, we could already see the cars lining the street in front of Splitlog Coffee. ​…

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Historical Homes in Kansas City, KS

By Rebekah Baughman on Sep. 30, 2016

With no real majority of ethnicity, Kansas City, KS is a true melting pot of culture, and has been since its beginning! There are many museums and historical sites throughout the city that cover its fascinating history and tell the stories of the different ethnic groups that have made it what it is today. But there are three museums in particular that provide an even deeper look into the past…

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Keep Your Resolutions: Plan a "staycation" in Kansas City, KS

By Rebekah Baughman on Jan. 01, 2016

Another year has come to an end and with that is presented a whole new realm of hopes to find morefulfillment in our lives. Of course, the most common new year’s resolutions center around routine: Eat a healthy dinner every night; Work out five days a week; Read more, etc…

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Joe Krizman III - Krizman's Sausage

By Rebekah Baughman on Nov. 11, 2015

It’s no secret that food is a delicious component to Kansas City culture, and Krizman’s Sausage has been a part of this for more than 75 years. At the locally-owned and operated meat market located in the historic Strawberry Hill area of Kansas City, KS, the Krizmans have been welcoming locals and visitors into their family from the start…

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King Henry VII & Queen Anne Boleyn of The Kansas City Renaissance Festival

By Rebekah Baughman on Sep. 09, 2015

His Royal Highness, King Henry VIII 1. What is a “can’t miss attraction” at the Kansas City Renaissance Festival? For our visitors that are of an appropriate age,I have invited only the best local and regional brewers to Canterbury for daily Craft Beer tastings…

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