A Journey Through Time: Kansas city union station and WW1 museum visit

Описание: 🏛️ Union Station

Highlights
• Stunning Beaux-Arts architecture: 95 ft ceilings, ornate chandeliers (3,500 lb each), and marble floors—designed by Jarvis Hunt, opened in 1914 as the third-largest US station .
• Free entry to the Grand Hall & Model Train Gallery.
• Paid attractions include Science City ($17), Gottlieb Planetarium ($8), and Regnier Extreme Screen Theatre ($8) .
• Amenities include dining, live theatre, rotating exhibitions, and a movie theatre.

Tips
• Free to walk through; if interested in Science City or planetarium, book tickets in advance (ticket counter open daily 9:30 AM–4 PM) .
• Great for architecture buffs and families alike—Science City is especially engaging for kids.
• Plan 1–2 hours for a walkthrough and grab a coffee or light bite onsite.

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🎖️ National WWI Museum & Memorial

Entry + Hours
• Address: 2 Memorial Dr, KC, MO, just south of Union Station  .
• Hours:
• Memorial Day–Labor Day: daily 10 AM–5 PM
• Rest of year: Tue–Sun 10 AM–5 PM, closed Mon .
• General admission: Adults $18–19.50, seniors/military/youth $8–15.50, kids under 6 free; Tower access extra; summer local combo of ~$10 for residents .

Why Visit
• Home to America’s largest WWI collection, featuring trenches, No Man’s Land, authentic tank, glass-floor bridge over 9,000 red poppies .
• New “Encounters” exhibit shares personal stories via immersive media (launched May 2025) .
• Must-see: elevator ride + 45 steps up to 217 ft Liberty Memorial Tower for panoramic city views ($6–$10 extra) .

Visitor Advice
• Allocate 2–4 hours—plan to read, reflect, and enjoy interactive displays .
• Weekday mornings are less crowded; guided tours and hands-on demo on Saturdays at 11 AM are great additions .
• Café onsite (“Over There Café”) for lunch or snack .

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🚶‍♂️ Travel & Planning
• Proximity: The museum is ~5–10 min walk south from Union Station via Main Street, or streetcar to Pershing & Main then a short walk .
• Parking: Free parking is available just south of the museum; Union Station has its own lot.
• Suggested schedule:
• Morning: Arrive early at Union Station for the architecture & exhibits.
• Midday: Streetcar or walk to the WWI Museum, grab lunch at the museum café.
• Afternoon: Tour museum, head up to the Tower near closing time for skyline views.