HISTORIC GARMENT DIST MUSEUM

KANSAS CITY, MO

The Historic Garment District Museum in Kansas City, MO is a unique museum that showcases the history of the city's garment industry. The museum is located in a restored garment factory building that was built in 1901 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The museum features exhibits that highlight the history of the garment industry in Kansas City, including displays of vintage clothing, tools, and equipment used in the manufacturing process. Visitors can explore the museum's collection of over 20,000 garments and accessories, which date back to the early 19th century.

One of the museum's most popular exhibits is the "Fashionable First Ladies" display, which showcases the gowns and ensembles worn by America's first ladies throughout history. The museum also features interactive exhibits, including a sewing machine demonstration and a virtual tour of a garment factory.

In addition to its exhibits, the Historic Garment District Museum offers educational programs and tours for groups and schools. The museum is open to the public from Wednesday to Saturday and admission fees are reasonable. Overall, the museum provides a fascinating look into the history of the garment industry and its impact on Kansas City's cultural and economic development.

HISTORIC GARMENT DIST MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in KANSAS CITY MO. US MID #8402900062

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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HISTORIC GARMENT DIST MUSEUM
114 W 11TH ST
KANSAS CITY
MO
64105

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