๐๏ธ Kansas City Union Station | Beaux-Arts Beauty Since 1914 ๐โจ
From the WWI Memorial, you can look down upon the grand Kansas City Union Station โ a stunning example of Beaux-Arts architecture ๐๏ธ๐ซ ๐ ฟ๏ธ Paid parking is available in the square outside โฐ A historic lamppost clock stands in the center โ built in the 1880s It has been moved, renovated, and restored 6 times over the years, yet still quietly watches over the passing crowds ๐ฐ๏ธ๐ The station itself opened in 1914 ๐ฉ It closed in 1985 due to the decline of the railway industry ๐ช๐ But in 2002, it triumphantly reopened for passenger service ๐ Today, itโs more than a station โ itโs a vibrant complex with: ๐๏ธ Shops ๐ด Restaurants ๐ฌ A theater ๐ฌ Science City ๐ Planetarium ๐จ And rotating exhibition spaces! Inside, many original architectural features have been preserved ๐งฑโจ Youโll find historical displays throughout the building, like: ๐ The once-booming shoe-shine industry ๐ธ Black-and-white photos that bring the past to life Thereโs also a cute souvenir shop filled with: ๐งฒ Fridge magnets ๐ฎ Postcards ๐งธ Plush toys โพ Baseball merch โฆand more! One great thing about Kansas City is how walkable and concentrated the attractions are in the center ๐ถโ๏ธโค๏ธ Perfect for a half-day of exploring! #KansasCity #UnionStation #HistoricArchitecture #TravelUSA #BeauxArts #CityLandmarks
