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Benton’s Steak and Chop House

The dining experience at Benton’s Steak and Chop House begins 20 stories above Kansas City and features breathtaking panoramic views of the downtown skyline, cozy fireplaces and a distinct atmosphere.

The legendary steakhouse is located on the top floor of The Westin Crown Center hotel, a longtime Kansas City favorite and is a part of Hallmark’s famed Crown Center.Benton’s Steak & Chop House features live jazz three nights a week.

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Benton’s Steak and Chop House
Atop The Westin Crown Center Hotel
One East Pershing Road Kansas City, MO
816-391-4460

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Jack Stack Barbecue

Jack Stack Barbecue originated in Kansas City, in 1957, by Russ Fiorella in the traditional style of a storefront barbecue, with a modest selection of five to six items.  Jack Fiorella, the eldest son, worked with his father until 1974, when he decided to branch off and start Fiorella's Jack Stack of Martin City.

To stand out in the competitive KC BBQ scene of the mid 1970’s Jack and his wife, Delores, began cooking with Gourmet Hickory Wood and created the most extensive barbecue menu in the country.  The menu included Certified Angus Beef steaks, tender chicken, award-winning lamb ribs, and mouth-watering side dishes like Hickory Pit Beans and Cheesy Corn Bake. Still not satisfied, they began grilling fresh seafood over hickory wood, an idea they acquired from their travels along the Yugoslav coast.

Today, the restaurant has evolved into the largest, full-service Wood Cookery in the industry.  Jack Fiorella's son, Kevin, and son-in-law, Case Dorman have grown up in the business and are now managing general partners in the company.  The family has added restaurants in Overland Park, Kansas and Kansas City, Missouri in the Historic Freight House District behind the landmark Union Station, as well as their newest location on the Country Club Plaza. 

Martin City
13441 Holmes Rd., KC, MO 64145
ph: 816.942.9141

Freighthouse
101 W. 22ND St., KC, MO 64108
ph: 816.472.7427

Overland park
520 W. Metcalf Ave., OP, KS 66212
ph: 913.385.7427

Plaza
4747 Wyandotte Street, KC, MO 64112
ph: 816.531.7427

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Harry S Truman Home - National historic Site

Harry Truman’s story is one of hope & frustration, choice & chance. As President, he took the US from its traditional isolationism into the age of international involvement. Visitors experience the surroundings Harry S Truman knew from his formative years as a 22-year-old youth of modest ambition through his retirement and death at age 88 as a former president of the United States.

Harry S Truman National historic Site
223 N. Main St.
Independence, Missouri 64050
(816) 254-9929

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Christmas in the Park - Longview Lake

Christmas in the Park is one of Jackson County Parks and Recreation's most celebrated events of the year. Three hundred thousand lights and 175 animated figures and splashes of Christmas color transform Longview Lake Park into an enchanting winter wonderland. The entire family will delight in the warmth of this fun-filled, holiday display gift from your Jackson County Parks.

Christmas in the Park
Longview Lake Campground in Longview Lake Park
(816) 503-4830

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Kansas City Facts

"Show Me State"

Missouri is known as the "Show Me State," which some say began in 1899 when Congressman Willard Duncan Vandiver stated, "I'm from Missouri and you've got to show me."

Boulevard Brewing Company Tours

Founded in 1989, Boulevard Brewing Company has grown to become the largest specialty brewer in the Midwest. Their mission: to produce fresh, flavorful beers using the finest traditional ingredients and the best of both old and new brewing techniques.
They offer five beers year-round: Pale Ale, Unfiltered Wheat Beer, Lunar Ale, Bully! Porter, and Dry Stout. Watch for our seasonal beers: Irish Ale in the spring, ZŌN in summer, Bob’s ’47 in the fall, and the winter holiday treat, Nutcracker Ale.

Boulevard Brewing Company offers tours every Thursday at 3 p.m., Friday at 1 p.m and 3 p.m. and Saturday at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Brewery tours are free, however reservations are required.

Boulevard Brewing Company
2501 Southwest Boulevard
Kansas City, MO 64108
816-474-7095

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