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18th & Vine District
1800 Vine St, Kansas City, MO 64108 site: 18th & Vine District
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Known throughout the world as the birthplace of jazz, this historic district once hosted such legendary musicians as Count Basie, Ella Fitzgerald, Joe Turner and Charlie Yardbird Parker. After a multi-million dollar makeover, the area is now home to the American Jazz Museum, Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, The Blue Room Jazz Club, Horace M. Peterson III Visitors Center and the newly-restored Gem Theater. This is considered one of the top attractions in the Kansas City area. Visiting the district is free, but individual attractions charge admission fees.

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    Known throughout the world as the birthplace of jazz, this historic district once hosted such legendary musicians as Count Basie, Ella Fi...

    Popularity #6 of 112

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    Kyle & Dan Kyle & Dan said

    … Parker and Duke Ellington played in the nightclubs of the 18th and Vine District, Walt Disney first… continue reading »

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    the Murray girls the Murray girls said

    … the scoreboard.  We also met some nice folks, ate delicious barbecue, and spent a day at the Negro Leagues… continue reading »

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