A guide to Kansas City

When I walk into the World War I museum, I can smell the history. The walls are lined with glass casings and artifacts. Being a history junkie since I was younger, I loved going to museums. This museum by far is the most unique I have ever been to due to it’s spectacular collection of WWI artifacts and war time memorabilia and it’s overall experience. The museum entrance is a powerful experience...

For the past few years, I’ve frequented the downtown area quite a bit for doctors appointments. I absolutely hated going, which my mom was plenty aware of, so one day after an appointment, she took me to the Filling Station. It quickly became a tradition after every appointment, making me actually look forward to going. The Filling Station is a cafe on a quiet and somewhat secluded street in downtown...

For as long as I can remember, my grandparents have taken my brother and I to the Union Station during the Christmas season. My parents never went, so it was something just for the four of us. We would see the huge Christmas tree they set up, along with the impressive train display in the main hall. We would also go to Fritz’s every year for lunch, and while the food was always mediocre, it was par...

After spending way too much time on one game, my family beat the entire Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles arcade game through sheer will and thumb power.  Though I don’t consider myself very much of a gamer, my favorite place in Kansas City is the Tapcade.   This unique arcade has a retro 80s and 90s feel with a wide variety of classic arcade games.  Not only do they have arcade games, but they h...

Multiple restaurants,shops and sources of entertainment line the crowded streets of Westport and the brightly-painted buildings create an enjoyable environment for a person of any age. The historic city was founded in 1831 by Reverend Isaac McCoy as an independent city and became an official part of Kansas City in 1897. Today, the city is one of the main entertainment districts in Kansas with many plac...

Seeing that the majority of her dance competitions are held downtown, my favorite part about Kansas City is getting to watch my best friend, sophomore Bella Line, dance at the city’s Music Hall. From the start of our friendship in the second grade, dance has brought us together. My personal experience in the area is limited to a slim two years of mediocre classes but, in spite of that, we came ...

While there are many factors that make Kansas City unique, one of the most prominent aspects of the city is that it is commonly referred to as the “City of Fountains.” Many of those iconic fountains can be found littered throughout the Country Club Plaza. Another feature this spirited town has can be found in the winter. Horse-drawn carriages can be seen on the roads and bright lights are fou...