Reclaiming West Terrace Park
Michael BushnellPublisher West Terrace Park was one of Kansas City’s first parks, originally proposed by landscape architect George Kessler in his plan to develop a “city within a park” in…
Michael BushnellPublisher West Terrace Park was one of Kansas City’s first parks, originally proposed by landscape architect George Kessler in his plan to develop a “city within a park” in…
Dorri PartainContributor How many hours a week would you devote to helping keep our Kansas City parks clean? Volunteers with the Parks and Recreation Department’s Park Ambassador program know only…
Abby Hoover Managing Editor Independence Plaza Park reopened this week with extensive improvements, safety measures and accessibility upgrades for the community. KC Parks, City officials, neighborhood leaders, and students of…
On Thursday, May 12, the Kansas City Design Center (KCDC) hosted the final open house and celebration for the Kessler Park Water Reservoir Vision Study from 5-7:30 p.m. at the…
By Michael Bushnell This postcard, published by the Webb-Freyschlag Mercantile Company, shows a peaceful view of Swan Lake in Mount Washington Park. Situated between what was then known as Van…
Abby Hoover Managing Editor Five hundred runners participated in the 35th Annual Cliff Hanger 5k and 10k races Saturday morning in Kessler Park, beginning and ending at The Colonnade at…
By Autumn Garrett, Editorial Assistant On Wednesday, Sept. 22, the Kansas City Design Center (KCDC) held its first presentation for its reimagining of the Kessler Water Reservoir, taking the opportunity…
Absolutely shameful. The abject laziness and uncaring attitude exhibited by KCMO Parks and Rec Employees charged with keeping Kessler Park mowed and free from trash is, as a tax paying…
The City of Kansas City, Mo., is celebrating the official start of the 2021 fountain season in the City of Fountains. Fountain Day, is a Spring ritual and holiday unique…
Abby Hoover Managing Editor North Terrace Lake was once a grand refuge, just minutes from bustling downtown Kansas City, Mo. in Kessler Park. In recent years, it has fallen into…