Science City kidFEST Join us on Saturday, August 15 for a family-fun day FULL of Science Play! Presented by PNC. Dedicated to our early learners and fun for the entire family, you don’t want to miss Science City’s annual kidFEST – an epic day of family fun, packed with hands-on activities, make-and-takes, interactive demos, a …
This month at Science City, we’re exploring the Science of YOU! Join us for a month of special activities and interactive demos inspired by the amazing human body. PLUS Nature Works Animal Chats, Act Natural Workshops, Early Learner activities, and more! All included with your Science City admission. Free for members. July Monthly Activities: MAKER …
Bella Patina A three-story steel factory in the West Bottoms holds a treasure trove of antiques. The first Friday of every month, a line of 100 visitors forms in Kansas City outside Bella Patina. Inside, visitors walk around with a pastry in hand and coffee close by, searching for that familiar thrill of finding something …
Murder and Mayhem Our gang took a killer tour! Bootleggers, jazz, and murder. Welcome to Kansas City Gangster Tour, where the Roaring 20s and Prohibition still echo off of downtown’s concrete walls. Here, the booze flowed freely, the jazz never stopped, and gangsters ran the town with a mix of style, smarts, and latent danger. …
Parents! Join us as we celebrate Week of the Young Child! Starting THIS SATURDAY, Week of the Young Child is a fun-filled celebration of young children and their families with an entire week of dedicated programming and special activities, all age-appropriate specifically for young learners. Week of the Young Child is sponsored by the National …
FIFA World Cup Celebrations Come Alive Across Missouri. In 2026, Kansas City takes center stage as one of 16 locations in the United States to host the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup, confirming the city’s status as a soccer mecca in America. From June 11 to July 19, soccer matches will be …
Science City kicks off “Spring Break Blast ‘26” with special, themed programming days the whole family will enjoy. Put your ninja skills to the test with giant inflatables in Haverty Family Yards (guaranteed to leave the kids exhausted with delight) or dive into the high-energy world of Laser KPop Demon Hunters. Or be enchanted at …
When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. Price: General Admission $3.75 Dates: Dec 12 – Jan 1 Show Times: 12:30pm, 4pm, and 7:30pm
Six Flags in St. Louis, Silver Dollar City in Branson, and Worlds of Fun in Kansas City are not only world renowned for their roller coasters that launch, toss, and tumble riders but also for their other remarkable attractions. 200,000 gallons Each minute, this much water flows through the Mystic River Falls ride in Silver …
When I was a young man training in pastry and baking in Düsseldorf, Germany, I took a train trip to the city of Zürich, Switzerland. It was there that I tried to get a job in the Swiss confiserie Cafe Sprüngli, the sister company of the world-famous Lindt chocolate company. Unfortunately, the job was not …
Clay County is home to a variety of activities for you and your family. Spend a weekend at Smithville Lake hiking, biking, boating, and camping. Head out on an adventure to museums and amusement parks. Quench your thirst at one of the many breweries and wineries. You will find all of Clay Counties best kept …
Honor Native-American culture at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City on March 2. The museum will have the opportunity to use a giant loom, view different styles of Native American dances, draw in ledger-style, listen to storytelling, eat Indigenous-style food, and more. “This is a celebration of vibrant Indigenous cultures featuring live demonstrations, …
It is time for Missouri birdwatchers to take flight over to Martha Lafite Nature Sanctuary in Liberty. This nature sanctuary is hosting an event that allows bird enthusiasts to walk along the trails at the nature center to identify early spring migratory birds. The free Bird Field Trip event will be at 9 AM on March 23rd. “We …
When Anne Dezort opened the SOAP (Save Our Ailing Planet) Refill Station in Springfield in 2018, her mission was to end the assumption that natural products are elitist and expensive. Growing up, she struggled with sensitive and itchy skin caused by synthetic beauty and household products but felt like “you had to be rich to …
AN ANIMAL SAFARI ADVENTURE A Missouri safari brings the wild to you! Established in 1971, Wild Animal Safari in Strafford tends to 350 acres of beautiful land and over 65 animal species that call it home. Along the cage-free, five-mile, drive-through trail, guests will cruise at their own pace by animals like wildebeest and hyenas. …
Wanting to celebrate the Lunar New Year in 2025? This event is for you! On January 26 from 10 AM–4 PM, The Nelson Atkins Museum of Art is hosting a Lunar New Year Festival Celebration with dozens of activities, demonstrations, and bites to eat. “The museum has seven free family festivals each year, and Lunar …
Don’t worry, beer happy at KC Brew Fest! The 11th annual beer festival at Union Station will be held in two sessions—1 PM to 4 PM and 5 to 8 PM—on February 22. The event will feature 45 breweries and over 100 beers, along with a DJ and food truck vendors. Tickets are $50 for …
As Kansas City grapples with one of the fiercest snowstorms in recent memory, the entire metro area looks more like a scene from the Arctic than a bustling Midwestern city.
In 2016, Kansas City native Maxfield “Max” Kaniger founded Kanbe’s Markets to provide fresh, affordable produce amid food deserts—communities where a large percentage of residents have no access to healthy foods. In a predominantly low-income African American neighborhood, The Cakery Bread and Bakery Outlet received Kanbe’s earliest deliveries. Today, this not-for-profit serves 120,000 residents and …
There was a time in America’s history when our currency was an imprecise, ill-defined medium of exchange. Harking back to prerevolutionary years, colonists freely used French, Spanish, and English coins to conduct commerce. Individual colonies often issued their own money, leading to endless confusion. It was a time when a “buck” was valued as the …
Farina Ristorante and Oyster Bar in Kansas City has gained a following for the “modern Italian” creations of its owner, James Beard award-winning Chef Michael Smith. Chef Michael prides himself on using the finest ingredients in his top-tier Italian restaurant at 19th and Baltimore. His menu is inspired by the various regions of Italy, and …
“It all began with a mouse, and a dream.” Originally from Missouri, Walt Disney returns to our state again with an exhibition like you’ve never seen before, presented by Bank of America.
Missouri History Today September 19, 2013: Sudden Deluge Strikes Kansas City
According to Feeding America, there are 924,180 people facing hunger in Missouri. Of these, 254,720 are children. Getting healthful food to the most vulnerable populations is a logistical challenge, but this Kansas City entrepreneur has found a way.
Count Basie, born William James Basie on August 21, 1904, in Red Bank, New Jersey, was one of the most influential figures in jazz history.
The Candlelight Concert series takes classical music and elevates the experience with thousands of candles to create a warm, intimate listening atmosphere. These concerts will be held in Columbia, Jefferson City, Kansas City, and St. Louis.
Kansas City political boss Tom Pendergast was born. Known for using nefarious methods to get his way, Pendergast ran the town of Kansas City and the surrounding Jackson County area for nearly fifteen years, from 1925 to 1939.
In the past, St. Louis and Kansas City were major players in the fashion industry. Their heydays as design and manufacturing hubs ended in the 1970s, but efforts are now underway to fashion a new scene in these two cities.
The Burlington Bridge at Kansas City, also called the Hannibal Bridge, was completed. It was the first bridge ever built across the Missouri River.
