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USA : KANSAS CITY - November 2008
Go Shop
LULA MAC
( 110 Southwest Blvd. Tel. 816-474-4966 )
www.lulamac.com Though this studio is only open Thursday through Saturday, its worth fitting in your schedule to browse the unique collection of antique furniture and home accessories.
( 110 Southwest Blvd. Tel. 816-474-4966 )
www.lulamac.com Though this studio is only open Thursday through Saturday, its worth fitting in your schedule to browse the unique collection of antique furniture and home accessories.
PANACHE CHOCOLATIER
( 418 Nichols Rd. Tel. 816-931-3191 )
www.chocolatekc.com Whether buying a gift or indulging a craving, Panache Chocolatier is your onestop shop for high-end goodies. Items like chocolate-dipped popcorn make for a memorable treat.
( 418 Nichols Rd. Tel. 816-931-3191 )
www.chocolatekc.com Whether buying a gift or indulging a craving, Panache Chocolatier is your onestop shop for high-end goodies. Items like chocolate-dipped popcorn make for a memorable treat.
RAINY DAY BOOKS
( 2706 W 53rd St, Fairway, KS. Tel. 913-384-3126 )
www.rainydaybooks.com The oldest independent bookseller in the area is also the most active, with nationally recognized author events featuring the likes of Philip Roth.
( 2706 W 53rd St, Fairway, KS. Tel. 913-384-3126 )
www.rainydaybooks.com The oldest independent bookseller in the area is also the most active, with nationally recognized author events featuring the likes of Philip Roth.
Go See
MONEY MUSEUM
( At the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, 1 Memorial Dr. Tel. 816-881-2683 )
www.kc.frb.org Learn about the history of our nations currency from the early settlers to todays economic complexity at this beautiful museum. Exhibits showcase historic coins and a solid gold bar (worth $400,000) that visitors can touch.
( At the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, 1 Memorial Dr. Tel. 816-881-2683 )
www.kc.frb.org Learn about the history of our nations currency from the early settlers to todays economic complexity at this beautiful museum. Exhibits showcase historic coins and a solid gold bar (worth $400,000) that visitors can touch.
STRAWBERRY HILL MUSEUM
( 720 N Fourth St. Tel. 913-371-3264 )
www.strawberryhillmuseum.org What used to be an orphanage has been transformed into a cultural center preserving the areas Slavic heritage. Permanent exhibits examine art and local history, and spectacular Christmas decorating activities are already underway this month
( 720 N Fourth St. Tel. 913-371-3264 )
www.strawberryhillmuseum.org What used to be an orphanage has been transformed into a cultural center preserving the areas Slavic heritage. Permanent exhibits examine art and local history, and spectacular Christmas decorating activities are already underway this month
THE NELSON-ATKINS MUSEUM OF ART
( 4525 Oak St. Tel. 816-751-1278 )
www.nelson-atkins.org With a 33,000-piece collection spanning prehistory to Picasso, the encyclopedic Nelson-Atkins Museum has art to please everyone. Dont miss the stunning works by Caravaggio and Titian.
( 4525 Oak St. Tel. 816-751-1278 )
www.nelson-atkins.org With a 33,000-piece collection spanning prehistory to Picasso, the encyclopedic Nelson-Atkins Museum has art to please everyone. Dont miss the stunning works by Caravaggio and Titian.
Go Eat
GATES BAR-B-Q
( 1325 E Emanuel Cleaver Blvd. Tel. 816-531-7522 )
www.gatesbbq.com A Kansas City institution since 1946, Gates is famous for its tangy barbecue sauce, which is sold in grocery stores nationwide. Order your pulled pork with barbecue beans and a side of fries. $
( 1325 E Emanuel Cleaver Blvd. Tel. 816-531-7522 )
www.gatesbbq.com A Kansas City institution since 1946, Gates is famous for its tangy barbecue sauce, which is sold in grocery stores nationwide. Order your pulled pork with barbecue beans and a side of fries. $
PIZZA BELLA
( 1810 Baltimore Ave. Tel. 816-421-7492 )
www.pizzabellakc.com Look no further for pizza with a chewy, thin, perfectly charred crust, topped with ingredients like prosciutto, fennel sausage and fresh cheese. The Brussels sprouts also inspire a loyal following. $$
( 1810 Baltimore Ave. Tel. 816-421-7492 )
www.pizzabellakc.com Look no further for pizza with a chewy, thin, perfectly charred crust, topped with ingredients like prosciutto, fennel sausage and fresh cheese. The Brussels sprouts also inspire a loyal following. $$
WEBSTER HOUSE
( 1644 Wyandotte St. Tel. 816-221-4713 )
www.websterhousekc.com The onetime schoolhouse is now home to an elegant antiques store and restaurant. Ladies who lunch love the luscious diver scallops and warm goat cheese soufflé. $$
( 1644 Wyandotte St. Tel. 816-221-4713 )
www.websterhousekc.com The onetime schoolhouse is now home to an elegant antiques store and restaurant. Ladies who lunch love the luscious diver scallops and warm goat cheese soufflé. $$
Go Party
BEAUMONT CLUB
( 4050 Pennsylvania Ave. Tel. 816-561-2560 )
www.kcclubs.com Youll usually find DJs spinning C&W at this popular bar, but on occasion, the cowboy hats disappear and the stage comes alive with music of all genres, featuring local bands or national up-and-comers.
( 4050 Pennsylvania Ave. Tel. 816-561-2560 )
www.kcclubs.com Youll usually find DJs spinning C&W at this popular bar, but on occasion, the cowboy hats disappear and the stage comes alive with music of all genres, featuring local bands or national up-and-comers.
THE CASHEW
( 2000 Grand Blvd. Tel. 816-221-5858 )
www.thecashew.com Boasting sleek design and a stunning view of the skyline, The Cashew is where locals go after work for stupendous cocktails and a bite to eatwhether its a date night or an evening with friends.
( 2000 Grand Blvd. Tel. 816-221-5858 )
www.thecashew.com Boasting sleek design and a stunning view of the skyline, The Cashew is where locals go after work for stupendous cocktails and a bite to eatwhether its a date night or an evening with friends.
Go Day-Tripping
ATCHISON, KS
( 50 miles northwest of Kansas City. Tel. 913-367-2427 )
www.atchisonkansas.net Amelia Earhart was born in this historic town on the bluffs of the Missouri River. Visit her home, walk along the Lewis and Clark Trail, and enjoy the works of regional artists at the Muchnic Art Gallery.
( 50 miles northwest of Kansas City. Tel. 913-367-2427 )
www.atchisonkansas.net Amelia Earhart was born in this historic town on the bluffs of the Missouri River. Visit her home, walk along the Lewis and Clark Trail, and enjoy the works of regional artists at the Muchnic Art Gallery.
Fun Fact!
Kansas City is so large that San Francisco, St. Paul, Minneapolis, Miami and Boston could fit inside it simultaneously.Compiled by MARY BLOCH
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