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Kansas City, Missouri residents The US Census Bureau's Vintage 2025 estimate put Kansas City, Missouri at 521,220 people on July 1, 2025, up from 508,012 in the 2020 base.
Admission to the Nelson-Atkins The museum says admission is free every day, for everyone, to see more than 5,000 years of art.
Union Station's footprint Built in 1914, the station covers about 850,000 square feet, and its Grand Hall has a 95-foot ceiling.
First Plaza Lighting Ceremony Visit KC says the first Plaza Lighting Ceremony took place in 1930, and crews still replace thousands of bulbs each season.
Frequently asked questions
What is Kansas City, Missouri best known for?
Kansas City, Missouri is best known for barbecue, and Visit KC says it is recognized as the "Barbecue capital of the world." Burnt ends and a distinctive Kansas City-style sauce are its signatures, and Visit KC counts more than 100 barbecue restaurants in the Kansas City area.
Where did Kansas City barbecue start?
Kansas City barbecue traces to 1908, when Henry Perry began serving smoked meats in the city, according to Arthur Bryant's Barbeque. Arthur Bryant moved his restaurant to 1727 Brooklyn Avenue in 1958, and burnt ends there began as a free bite for customers waiting in line.
Is the Kansas City Streetcar free?
Yes, the KC Streetcar is free to ride, according to the KC Streetcar Authority. The line connects the Riverfront with the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) area and runs through the River Market.
How far is Kansas City International Airport from downtown?
Kansas City International Airport (MCI) is 19 miles from downtown Kansas City, and the drive usually takes 20 to 25 minutes, according to Visit KC. MCI has a single terminal that opened in 2023.
Is the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art free?
Yes, admission to the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City, Missouri is free every day for everyone. The museum asks visitors to check in online or at a kiosk before entering the galleries, and it is closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
What is the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City?
The Country Club Plaza is Kansas City, Missouri's premier retail district, covering 15 blocks of Spanish-inspired architecture with dozens of fountains. Its Plaza Lighting Ceremony takes place each Thanksgiving, and the holiday lights stay up from Thanksgiving to mid-January.
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