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During your Kansas City vacation, don't miss these great establishments and attractions:
Toy and Miniature Museum
Occupying a 1911 mansion, this museum houses an extensive collection of antique dolls, more than 100 furnished dollhouses, marbles, and toys ranging from model trains to games, as well as perfect scale miniatures of houses, rooms, and furniture. The miniatures are fully functional -- scissors cut, clocks run, and musical instruments can be played, making it a fascinating experience for adults and kids alike. You can easily spend a fascinating hour or more here.
Negro Leagues Baseball Museum/American Jazz Museum
These two unique museums, housed under one roof, are in the historic Jazz District. The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum tells the compelling story of segregated baseball, from the founding of the Negro National League just a few blocks away in 1920, until Jackie Robinson, who played for the Kansas City Monarchs, signed with the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947. The Jazz Museum pays tribute to jazz greats ranging from Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington to Ella Fitzgerald and Charlie Parker, with listening stations throughout. Be sure to see the film in the visitor center highlighting the golden days of the 1930s, when this very district boasted more than 60 jazz clubs and served as the commercial heart of Kansas City's African-American community. The Blue Room, attached to the complex, stages jazz concerts 4 nights a week. Plan on 2 hours here.
Arabia Steamboat Museum
This cargo steamboat, laden with 220 tons of merchandise destined for settlers out west, sank in the Missouri River in 1856, where it remained preserved in cold mud until it was excavated in the 1980s. A virtual time capsule of the 1850s and one of the best collections of pre-Civil War artifacts in the world, the museum provides a fascinating look at frontier life, with displays of the steamboat's cargo, from china and hardware to jewelry and leather boots (900 shoes and boots alone are on display). Tours begin with a film of the excavation and restoration of parts of the boat (which are now on display); plan on 1 1/2 hours here.
Residence Inn by Marriott Kansas City Country Club Plaza
Please note the elevators at the Residence Inn Kansas City Country Club Plaza are out of service for repair until April 17th 2007. * At Residence Inn, we have perfected the extended stay experience by combining all the comforts of home with a passion for making every guest feel welcome. Our spacious suites offer separate living and sleeping areas, a fully equipped kitchen and plenty of space for entertaining, relaxing or meeting with colleagues. Each suite features free high speed ...
Marriott Kansas City Country Club Plaza
With two hundred-ninety five guest rooms, the Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza offers guests a superb location four miles south of downtown and just one block from the Country Club Plaza: Kansas City's premiere shopping, dining and entertainment district. A business center, complimentary onsite health club with indoor lap pool and extensive meeting facilities help create an ideal setting for both business and leisure guests. Covered self-parking is USD 12 per night Sunday through ...
Holiday Inn KANSAS CITY-SPORTS COMPLEX
For business or pleasure, we offer a great location with all Kansas City has to offer. The Holiday Inn Sports Complex Hotel- Kansas City is located within walking distance to Arrowhead Stadium home of the Kansas City Chiefs, and Kauffman Stadium home to Kansas City Royals! Centrally located to downtown only 8 miles East, and only 3 miles from historic Independence, President Truman's hometown. Enjoy shopping at our exquisite malls including the renown Country Club Plaza. Take the family to ...
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