Northeast News
Feb. 25, 2011

Union Station’s Science City will soon see some much needed updates. Today, the Burns & McDonnell Foundation announced during a press conference that it would be investing more than $1 million in Science City over the next year.

Burns & McDonnell said the investment is part of a comprehensive campaign to reinvigorate learning and educational opportunities at one of Kansas City’s most notable landmarks.

The grant is the largest to date from the foundation.

The project is the latest step in an ongoing partnership between Science City and Burns and McDonnel to focus on creating a strong local science center that serves as a resource for area schools and the Kansas City community overall.

“This latest gift and ongoing support from Burns & McDonnell has been instrumental in helping us take the next step in ensuring that Union Station and Science City are sustainable enterprises that are a source of pride for the entire region,” said Michael Haverty, chairman of the Board of Directors for Union Station. “This has always been a community initiative and now with the combination of really great attractions and renewed focus on schools, we are continuing to move forward in realizing the potential of this tremendous community asset.”

ABOVE: This dinosaur is just one of many exhibits at Science City. BELOW: Greg Graves, CEO of Burns & McDonnell Foundation, addresses the crowd at Science City in Union Station Feb. 26 and announces the company will invest $1 million in Science City for much needed updates and additions. Photos by Leslie Collins