Kansas City Archives • Missouri Life Magazine

Tom Pendergast is Indicted: April 7, 1939

Democrat political boss, Tom Pendergast, was indicted on income tax charges. Prior to this he had almost complete control of Kansas City and the state Capitol was known as "Uncle Tom's Cabin

Bennie Moten with the Bennie Moten Orchestra

Jazz Great Bennie Moten Dies: April 2, 1935

Bennie Moten, a legendary figure in the development of jazz, passed away on this date in 1935 just his trademark 'Kansas City sound' was taking off.

Jim Bridger is Born: March 17, 1804

Mountain man Jim Bridger was born on this date.

Filmmaker Robert Altman is Born: February 20, 1925

The influential Filmmaker Robert Altman, known for films such as M*A*S*H and Nashville was born on this date in Kansas City, Missouri.

Annual Kansas City Auction Mixes Art & Merriment

Original art adds pizzazz to your home. You’ll discover exquisite art at the annual Kansas City Artists Coalition’s auction. The online preview will get you revved up to bid, and there’s a feature for those who require instant gratification.

Hands-On History at the WWI Museum and Memorial

A recent renovation brings technology to the National WWI Museum and Memorial in Kansas City. The new interactive touch tables engage adults and children and help spark the desire to learn more about the history of WWI. The exhibit featuring the importance of mules and other animals is not to be missed.