United States Missouri Kansas City
American Jazz Museum
A cultural center celebrating the heritage of jazz through collections, exhibitions, and performances, highlighting the genre's icons and history.
- 1616 East 18th Street
- (816) 474-8463
- http://americanjazzmuseum.org/
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Jazz is one of the most quintessential styles of American music. Kansas City was once home to some of the greats, and their American Jazz museum is located among clubs that once gave residency to the likes of Ella Fitzgerlad and Charlie Parker. The American Jazz Music Museum showcases the talented artists of Kansas City and beyond with a handful of unique exhibits.
kaylee 2 years ago
Grasp the flavor and flair of another original American art form at the American Jazz Museum. Located in the famed 18th & Vine Historic Jazz District, the museum celebrates jazz and its role in KC history using interactive exhibits, artifacts and more that honor the historic careers and legacies of Charlie “Bird” Parker, Ella Fitzgerald, Count Basie and other jazz greats.
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National Museums in Kansas City
visitkc (Visit KC ) Widely celebrated as a hotbed of barbecue, jazz and fountains, Kansas City has also curated a reputation as a preeminent destination for museum-goers. Whether in search of western heritage, world war understanding or smaller-than-life miniatures, Kansas City touts an assortment of national museums that examine culture, conflict and compromise.The 9 Best Museums in Kansas City
kaylee (Kaylee Giacomini) Kansas City is famously recognized for beer, BBQ, and history, but did you know that they have an extensive and nationally recognized museum scene? Kansas City and surrounding suburbs have museums that celebrate everything from Jazz to pioneers to miniature toys. The city also houses the national WWI museum and memorial; an interesting place to check out and remember the Great War. Visit some of the best museums in Kansas City during your stay in the list below.