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Many of the Boulevards and Avenues are filled with water fountains and statues.
With a metro area population of nearly 2 million, Kansas City really has it all. From sports, arts, shopping, dining, partying and plenty of museums, everything you are looking for can be found in Kansas City.
Actually there are three parts of Kansas City: Kansas City, Missouri (the major city); Kansas City, Kansas across the State Line and to the south of Kansas City, Kansas lies Johnson County, Kansas, the affluent suburbs which is comprised of about 15 smaller cities.
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is one of the finest art museums in the entire Midwest featuring a world class Chinese collection. The new Bloch building which adjoins the museum is filled with contemporary art and photography. For a wonderful lunch, dine at the Rozelle Court in the Nelson.
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The Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, The Long Museum, Toy and Miniature Museum, John Wornall House Museum and the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum are just a few of the many places to visit.
For sports, take in a baseball game watching the Royals or watch the Chiefs play football at Arrowhead stadium.
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There are many things to do on weekends throughout the year including the Plaza Art Fair, the Brookside Art Fair, the Westport Art Fair, the Renaissance Festival, different ethnic festivals and fairs where you can taste the food of different cultures and Crown Center has a lot of activities on weekends in their outdoor arena and they are all free to the public.
Kansas City is home to the world famous, Country Club Plaza which was one of the first outdoor shopping centers in the nation. Several major stores as well as locally owned stores can be found there offering the finest of clothing, jewelry and home décor.
The city offers the Lyric Theatre, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City Symphony and the Unicorn Theatre in Midtown is in it’s 34th season of presenting provocative and thought-provoking “Off-Broadway style” productions.
The Heartland Men’s Chorus is a big hit and most concerts are sold out. The new Sprint Center in downtown hosts the finest of entertainment. Tina Turner chose Kansas City as the first city for her new tour and it was sold out instantly so a second day for her was added.
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The new Power and Light Entertainment District in downtown opened earlier this year. The Crossroads Art District in Midtown is fast becoming a Kansas City favorite. “First Fridays” are when the art galleries of the Crossroads Art District stay open until 9 PM the first Friday of every month.
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Nightlife for gay Kansas City is full of fun. Among our favorite bars and nightclubs are: MISSIE B’s, which is the oldest gay bar in Kansas City. Michael Burnes, the owner has been giving back to the community for years and years. Jan, the manager is on top of everything and something is always happening at Missie B’s. They have a variety of drag shows.
Upstairs over Missie B’s is another bar, BOOTLEGGER. BISTRO 303 is an upscale bar and restaurant with brick walls and a great ambiance. They serve a great lunch and dinner and have a patio bar.
DADDY’S CLUBHOUSE is where the leather/bears hang out; SHARPS’s 63rd Street Grill and Bar serves a great meal for breakfast, lunch and dinner; SIDEKICKS is for cowboys and those who like cowboys and is always fun. They also have drag shows.
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THE FOX, which is located in the Johnson County, Kansas, suburbs has recently been sold and they are completely remodeling, expanding and updating the bar. The owners and staff are extremely friendly. OUT THERE, 205 Westport Road has gifts, cards, clothing and a huge selection of gay merchandise.
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For fine dining we enjoy the CAFE TRIO, 3535 Broadway, an upscale restaurant and many evenings they have live music. All businesses in Kansas City are now smoke-free including restaurants and bars.
Sadly, the Gay and Lesbian Center had to close its doors this year. Kansas City now has the distinction of being one of the major cities in the country without a Community Center.
Several churches in the area are welcoming gays and the MCC Church has been around for years. There are dozens of gay organizations which are always helping the community and their membership is strong.
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This is a very “caring” community.
 Kansas City’s skyline. WeHo News - West Hollywood’s ONLY Newspaper, ONLY ONLINE! |
One of the famous “Grande Dames” the late Mrs. Kenneth Spencer of Kansas City once remarked, “I live in Kansas City because I simply love it! Why should I live in Paris when I have all this?”
Kansas City is certainly one of the best kept secrets in the country. Everybody is so amazed when visiting the city for the first time.
Kansas City really is “up to date” and you will have a fun time visiting the city.
Before going to Kansas City, here is some information to check out: Kansas City Convention Bureau: www.visitkc.com
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Always remember to have fun when traveling, meet new people and talk to everyone.
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