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Kansas City, Missouri was incorporated as a town on June 1st, 1850, and incorporated as a city on March 28th, 1853. In 1860, the population of the city was only 4,418, but by 1870, it had grown to over 32,000. As many new attractions and industries began to take root in town, the city continued to expand, and by 1890, there were more than 130,000 people living there.

Kansas City straddles the Kansas-Missouri border and is situated right beside the city of Kansas City, Kansas. Today, the city is the largest in the state of Missouri by both population and area, with around 510,000 people living there. Kansas City is most known for its tantalizing barbecue, wonderful jazz music scene, and many beautiful fountains. You'll absolutely want to sample the delicious barbecue while you're in the city, and a few of the most beloved spots are Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que, Jack Stack Barbecue, and Q39, just to name a few.

Kansas City has a diverse selection of interesting museums, and if you enjoy cool exhibits and learning new things, you should consider exploring a few of them. There's the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, the Arabia Steamboat Museum, the American Jazz Museum, and the Airline History Museum. If you've got the kids with you during your visit, they'll certainly enjoy checking out destinations like LEGOLAND and Science City. You should also take a few hours to explore the trendy Westport Neighborhood, which boasts a variety of top-notch eateries, boutiques, and antique shops.

When the weather's nice, there are quite a few opportunities for outdoor recreation around Kansas City. You could go kayaking, canoeing, or fishing on the majestic Missouri River, which flows directly through town. Alternatively, you could enjoy an exciting ride at the Landahl Mountain Bike Park or go for a scenic hike at the Cooley Lake Conservation Area.

Upcoming Events Near Kansas City, Missouri

• Annual Reggae Music and Jerk Festival - Kansas City's Annual Reggae Music and Jerk Festival takes place at Berkley Riverfront in late July. The three-day outdoor event offers family-friendly activities, cultural music, artistic performances, and great food and crafts vendors.

• Turkey Creek Festival - This annual festival is happening in Mission, KS in late May and features free kids' activities, live music, arts and crafts, a 5K run, and much more!

• Festa Italiana - This lively annual event celebrates Italian culture and heritage. The event takes place at Zona Rosa in early June, and attendees will enjoy Italian food favorites, great entertainment, and even an Italian motorsports show.