The Kansas City Convention Center, often referred to as the Bartle Hall Convention Center or simply Bartle Hall, is a major convention center in downtown Kansas City, Missouri, USA. It is named for Harold Roe Bartle, a prominent, two-term mayor of Kansas City in the 1950s and early-1960s. Bartle Hall's four tall art deco inspired pylons are a striking fixture in the Kansas City skyline.BackgroundKansas City Convention Center is Kansas City's largest complex of multifaceted structures dedicated to meetings and conventions, sports and entertainment. It offers 388800sqft of column-free exhibit space on one floor, 211000sqft of tenant finishes, a 200000sqft conference center, another 55000sqft of additional space on two levels, 45 meeting rooms, a 2,400-seat fine arts theater, and an arena that can seat over 10,700 people, along with a 46450sqft ballroom that was scheduled for an April 2007 opening, all connected to major downtown hotels and underground parking by glass-enclosed skywalks and below-ground walkways. A unique Convention Center feature is the expansive Barney Allis Plaza, a public square ideal for outdoor receptions, festivals and concerts.The interior finishes in the public access areas consist of granite flooring and stairs adjacent to Precast Concrete panels at the Main Entry with Carpet Tile in the Ballroom and Pre-functions. The Ballroom and Pre-function areas feature Metal Panels, wood panels, wood veneer and painted gyp wall surfaces as well as Fabric Wall Panels and Sculptured Glass Fiber Reinforced Gypsum (GFRG) Panels on the interior walls. The Sculptured GFRG Panels create a simulated wave pattern which ties into the water theme of the facility drawing from Kansas City’s origin at the nexus of the Kansas and Missouri rivers. The Grand Ballroom ceilings are finished out in Metal Panel’s bordered at the perimeter walls with Stretched Fabric. The Stretch Fabric ceilings are backlit by a sophisticated LED lighting system that can be programmed to rain the GRGF wall panels in color. The ceiling space also features concentric light fixtures ranging in size for 3ft to 50ft in diameter.
Located in the Crossroads Arts District The Guild consists of 20,000 sq ft. of indoor and outdoor spaces. including a large event venue, outdoor garden, and a full design, film and photography studio. The creative studio is home to directors/photographers The Wade Brothers (thewadebrothers.com) and post production studio Judy Rush of Real Fake (real/fake.com) The studio is fully functioning during business hours, yet often doubles as additional space for event staging, production support, green rooms or VIP private receptions.
We source coffee, roast it fresh, and deliver it quickly. We have a unique and creative coffee shop along with a full bar and event space in the Crossroads Arts District in Kansas City.
The Bauer’s intent is to create a dynamic urban interaction between the surrounding community, artists and visitors to the Crossroads Arts District. Our goal is to create a space that includes artists of many disciplines, galleries and small businesses. The design aspires to take maximum advantage of the building’s assets of space, light and location.
We are open by appointment only. Call or email us to set up a tour! 816.842.4488 or [email protected] -Located in Crossroads Arts District -Only 1 Block from P&L District and Sprint Arena -5400 sq. ft. floor plan -20 ft. high ceilings -10 ft. high windows overlooking KC -Original restored maple wood floors -4 newly designed modern restrooms -Freight elevator for easy logistics -Three 35 ft. original skylights -Ample parking with parking attendants -Dedicated Bride's room & Groom's room -Chairs & tables included -Sound / SATV / Mic / Projector / WIFI -Back-Lit built-in bar
Featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, dramatic finishes and an outdoor balcony, The Gallery is an elegant, urban venue ideal for corporate events, meetings, and wedding receptions, set against the backdrop of the Kansas City Power & Light District. For more information about The Gallery, email [email protected]. http://www.thegalleryeventspace.com
The Midland Theatre, known officially for sponsorship purposes as Arvest Bank Theatre at the Midland, is a 3,573-seat theater located in the Power & Light District of Kansas City, Missouri, United States. The National Collegiate Athletic Association under Walter Byers had its headquarters in the building from the 1950s until it moved to 6299 Nall Avenue at Shawnee Mission Parkway in Mission, Kansas in 1971. The theatre was originally known as the Loew's Midland Theatre until 1961. Over the years, the theatre has been known by various name including: Saxon Theatre, Midland Stadium, Midland 1-2-3 Theatre, Midland Theatre and The Midland by AMC.DesignIt was built by Marcus Loew, completed in 1927, at a cost of $4 million and is the largest historic theater within 250 miles of the city. The Midland was designed by architect Thomas W. Lamb of New York and the Boller Brothers of Kansas City, and Boaz-Kiel Construction of St. Louis erected the structure. The theatre, built in French and Italian Baroque, was representative of Lamb's work in the late 1920s.The exterior of the theatre was constructed in a Renaissance Revival style in cream glazed terra cotta brick, adorned with engaged pilasters, winged figures, leaves, flowers, swags, volutes, urns, and arches. A four-story arched window rose above a copper and gold marquee that contained 3,600 light bulbs.
Chic boutique luxury meets the historic elegance and splendor of Kansas City at the Ambassador Hotel Kansas City. Located within the renovated Gate City National Bank building, this downtown retreat is a celebration of 1920’s neoclassic architecture, with a stately exterior façade and a magnificent curved marble staircase. The building has retained its traditional charm, but has been updated in a contemporary style with colorful designer fabrics and classic furnishings. With its refined décor and modern amenities, the Ambassador features 43 beautifully designed rooms within close proximity to the Sprint Center, the Kauffman Center for The Performing Arts and the Kansas City Power and Light District - the premier entertainment venue in the Midwest. Casting a sophisticated yet casual ambiance and an intuitive staff to anticipate your every need, the Ambassador truly represents one of the premier hotels in downtown Kansas City.
Pop Up Art Gallery is a gallery and event space conveniently located in the historic Financial District (Downtown Kansas City, Missouri), directly across the street from the Library Lofts. Pop Up Art Gallery combines raw and modern space in a mixed use environment, along with multiple rooms and experiences. Pop Up Art Gallery shares space with the emerging 918 Studios, in the historic University Club building, at 918 Baltimore Avenue, and across from the Kansas City Downtown Library. Pop Up Art Gallery showcases emerging and established artists each month, as part of monthly First Friday Art Openings. Contact us for more information, and to book your upcoming event. Email [email protected], or by phone 816 372 8218. :)
The historic Midland Theatre is one of Kansas City's most treasured buildings. Throughout the elegant Theatre and Grand Lobby giant Czechoslovakian chandeliers highlight the ornate marble balustrades and multimillion dollar artwork. The main theatre features a customizable tiered floor, accommodating from 150 to 600 guests seated banquet style. The built-in stage offers over 2,000 square feet of space, with a 1,700 sq ft dance floor. The Grand Lobby has over 6,000 square feet of available space, including a mezzanine above, perfect for an elegant cocktail hour. Complete Planning and Coordination Hosting an event in the Midland Theatre means a memorable occasion for your attendees and no-hassle planning for you. We provide full service event planning, from coordination of décor and catering to booking entertainment. For full details, event guides & information requests please go to: http://www.midlandkc.com/private-event-rentals
Show Hours Thursday, January 19 2:00pm–9:00pm Friday, January 20 12:00pm–9:00pm Saturday, January 21 10:00am–9:00pm Sunday, January 22 10:00am–5:00pm
Architectural Masterpiece. Living History. A place for great adventure. Where Kansas City Connects. All of these phrases – and more – are regularly used to describe Union Station. Visitors of all ages, from all places and for all reasons tie Union Station to special and magical moments from their lives. Union Station draws tourists from all over the world who marvel at her Grand Hall's 95-foot ceiling, three 3,500-pound chandeliers and the six-foot wide clock hanging in her central arch. She wakes up early and stays up late to host business meetings, recognition events, weddings and parties of all sorts. And that’s just the beginning... Just as you could 100 years ago, you can still catch the train at Union Station's AMTRAK stop and head out across the country. You'll also find a permanent rail exhibit, exhibit spaces for traveling exhibits produced by the Smithsonian, National Geographic and other international organizations, a Planetarium, an interactive science center Science City, and a vibrant Theater District featuring the region's biggest movie screen, live theatre, and so much more. Plus, the Station is home to two of KC's finest restaurants Harvey's and Pierponts, Parisi Artisan Coffee, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, the Kansas City Store, and Science City Store. Make a day of it at the Station! There's so much for the entire family to SEE and DO! Plan your visit at unionstation.org For online ticket purchases visit boxoffice.unionstation.org Also connect with us on Twitter at twitter.com/unionstationkc and Instagram at instagram.com/unionstationkc/
Locked in a room with only an hour to figure out how to escape, can you and your team rise to the challenge? Surrounded by clues, it’s up to you to figure out what they mean and how to use them! The clock is ticking, can you solve the puzzles and escape? Escape Room Kansas City offers a variety of scenarios like Prison Break, Secret Agent, and The Theory of Everything. Our guests can choose their own adventure in the hopes of figuring out how to escape in a fun and exciting themed room. The hour-long adventures are for groups of 2-6 people and are great for team-building, friends, dates, and more! Teamwork is a must and the more people you have, the more likely you are to escape. Book your adventure now. Find the clues, crack the codes, and escape the room with us today!
Macabre Cinema Haunted House takes you from the screen to SCREAM. See the action of classic and contemporary horror scenes through a haunted 1930’s movie theater with 4 floors of thrill and an option to take a daring dash down the 4 story bat pole. Actual movie sets from The Mummy and Hellraiser movies are part of the attraction. Opened Thursday, Friday and Saturday through October 2015. Halloween weekend also opened Sunday, November 1. Scaring starts at 8 p.m. and wraps around the haunting hours.
Kansas City's most engaging artistic experience awaits YOU!!! Allow TLC's network of canvas paint & people professionals to inspire your creative side! Gather up to nine of your friends, colleagues, or family members for your very own private engagement, or join in on any of our "open house" nights... Can't Draw? Can't Paint? Not Artsy? No Worries! We will give you the tools you need to create your very own masterpiece. Everyone gets a Bravo! No Experience required. We host Parties for any occasion: *Birthday Parties for Adults *Birthday Parties for Children *Fundraisers *Sorority Parties *Sports Team parties *Scout Activities *Bacherlor/ette Parties *Graduation Parties *Baby Gender Reveal Parties *Date Nights *Get Togethers *Work Events *Holiday Parties *Baby Showers *Bridal Showers *Just a Night Out! If you have a reason to party, we can help! Relax, become an "Artist," and enjoy your favorite company. Events last approximately 1.5 to 2.5 hours, depending on the picture chosen. We use acrylic paint in primary colors and provide all materials needed at all of our events. To book a party or join a pre-scheduled event date, msg us here or call 913.800.1391.