Discover the history of Worlds of Fun, the amusement park located in Kansas City, Missouri. Learn about its founding by Lamar Hunt, the addition of Oceans of Fun, and the transformation of Screamroller into the first looping, stand-up roller coaster in North America. Find out how Cedar Fair LP purchased the park in 1995 and invested in new attractions, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

Learn about the intriguing history of Southmoreland on the Plaza, a 1913 single-family home turned boutique hotel in Kansas City. Discover how the property evolved over the years and the notable figures who owned it. Find out how the current owners transformed it into a gem of the travel industry, providing respite and fond memories to thousands of guests.

Discover the rich history of Heim Brewery, from its roots in Austria to its transformation into a powerhouse brand. Learn about the three Heim brothers and their entrepreneurial ventures, including a professional baseball team, streetcar line, and amusement park.

Explore the remnants of the brewery that still remain in the East Bottoms and how J.Rieger and Urban Bounty Farms are reviving the area with sustainable farming and locally owned businesses. Join the movement to establish sustainable farming practices and community development in historic East Bottoms.

Learn about the haunted mansion of Anton Sauer, a landmark of the Santa Fe Trail. The mansion was passed down through generations until being purchased in 1987 with the intention of turning it into a bed and breakfast, but constant vandalism from trespassers deterred those plans. Carl Lopp, Anton's great-great-grandson, bought the mansion in 1988 to restore it, but only minor improvements have been made. Today, the ownership and taxes of the property continue to be a point of contention.

Discover the history of Kansas City's River Quay and how it went from being a successful family-oriented attraction to a site of violence and mafia control. Learn about the vision of its founder Marion A. Trozzolo, the success of entrepreneur Fred Harvey Bonadonna, and the mafia's attempts to seize power. Read on to explore the downfall of one of Kansas City's most beloved sites.

Delve into the rich history of Starlight Theatre, from its humble beginnings as a showcase for Queen Marie's visit to Kansas City in 1925, to its current status as a premier outdoor theatre in the U.S. Learn about the various changes and upgrades the venue has undergone over the years, including the building of the Jeannette and Jerome Cohen Community Stage and the launch of Starlight Indoors.

Learn about the captivating history of the Stover Mansion, the home of the founders of Stover Candies, Russell and Clara Stover. From its beginnings as a 25-room mansion built by the Jones family, to its purchase by the Stovers for $32,500, and the five years it took to transform it into a luxurious home, this mansion has a rich and interesting history. Read on to discover how this iconic building became a symbol of the Stover's success and determination in Kansas City.

Discover the inspiring story of Michael Garozzo, the owner of Garozzo's Italian Restaurants in Kansas City, and the man behind the famous Chicken Spiedini. From humble beginnings as a busboy to successful restaurant owner, learn about his journey to success and the creation of a Kansas City staple. Read on for the full story.

In 2012, Andy Rieger and Ryan Maybee embarked on a mission to bring back J. Rieger & Co., the historic Kansas City distillery that had been lost to Prohibition. With a shared vision and a unique style of American Whiskey paying tribute to the company's history, they relaunched the brand in 2014.