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Go Explore Downtown

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One of Kansas City’s most famous historic neighborhoods is 18th and Vine. Two museums in the district celebrate the city’s past. The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum showcases the history of American baseball from the African-American perspective, beginning in 1863, and gets you acquainted with many famous local baseball stars. Measure up against the life-size bronze statues of players in mid-game on the baseball diamond. Visitors can experience Kansas City jazz and celebrate our finest musicians at the American Jazz Museum and enjoy a live concert at the Gem or the Blue Room.

Board the KC Streetcar for a free ride through downtown. Stop in the Power & Light District at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, a cool dine-in movie theater with a retro vibe. Stop into Cosentino’s for fresh food or a local souvenir and take their elevator to the rooftop park to enjoy a stroll on green grass. For another great view, head to the top of KCMO’s City Hall for 360-degree views of downtown (Mon.-Fri. 9:00-3:00). Also explore the Central Library with its famous painted bookshelf parking garage, and the River Market District where you can enjoy many tasty restaurants and fun shopping experiences.

Kansas City’s arts, antiques and dining districts roll out the red carpet all month long with special hours, sales and events on weekends. You’ll find a complete schedule of events on KCParent.com when you search “Weekend Guide.” Top picks include First Fridays in the Crossroads, enjoyed by more than 10,000 people who head to the cultural arts district for free peeks at galleries and studios, delicious treats from food trucks and restaurants and entertainment from street performers.  On a tour of the Arabia Steamboat Museum in the River Market, learn about the excavation of the 1850s steamboat and her treasure on display at the 25,000-square-foot museum.

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