The Official Kansas City Blog

Kansas City Holiday Gift Ideas

Give the gift of local love this holiday season with some of the most popular maker goods and regionally crafted products in Kansas City.

5 Ways to Safely Explore KC This Summer

Although this summer’s adventures may look different than anticipated, Kansas City offers plenty of ways to exercise, indulge in artistic experiences and sample a few of the region’s cultural cornerstones, all while minimizing risk for you and those around you. Stay safe and get active this summer ...

Kansas City’s LGBTQ+ History

Explore Kansas City’s role in local and national LGBTQ+ advocacy efforts through the decades.

Where to Find Locally Made Safety Masks in Kansas City

With guidelines now in place that require mask use in Kansas City, Missouri and several surrounding municipalities, local retailers have begun manufacturing these much-needed accessories.

11 Inspiring Fountains in Kansas City

From oft-photographed favorites to gems hidden amid lush gardens, find 11 inspiring fountains throughout Kansas City.

Working Out From Home and Outdoors in Kansas City

Stay in shape and social distance at the same time with digital opportunities from some of Kansas City's finest yoga studios and workout facilities, plus other ways to keep active while keeping physical separation.

Five Ways to Celebrate 2020 National Barbecue Month in Kansas City

Curbside pickup or to-go order, there’s no better time to show your support for the more than 100 Kansas City-area ‘cue joints than during 2020 National Barbecue Month.

Commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the Truman Presidency

Commemorate the 75th anniversary of Truman’s oath of office with online initiatives and events from the Harry S. Truman Library Institute as construction continues on the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum’s $30 million transformation project.