John Wornall House Museum

Today we visited the John Wornall House Museum.  He was a very important part of Kansas City and West Port.  

John Wornall's father bought 500 acres in 1843 for $2,500.  John inherited the property.

He married 3 times.

This was their parlor

I would call this the living room.

Livingroom

Dining Room

Kitchen

That was the first floor.  During the civil war the house was taken over by both sides.  It was used for a hospital.  After the war was over John Wornall returned.

There were 2 bedrooms upstairs you were able to see.  The children's room.

The adult bedroom.

The museum lady said this was considered a very big house back in the 1800s.  John Wornall's wife, Roma, sold the remaining land to Mr. Nichols (Plaza Founder) after his death.  Then bought the house back.  The family lived in the house until the 1960s.

No funnies today.  I was the only person there.  I think I scared the lady.  By the time I left there were 2 employees.  She must have called for back-up.

One last picture.  This is a crappie picture.  There was a lamp that gave a reflection.  This is a wreath of hair.  It's so beautiful.  I wish the picture was better so all the details could be seen.

Until our next adventure.

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Troost 39 and other errands

 I had several errands to run today.  Pharmacy - check.  Milk and Bread - check.   I also needed to finally take the pile of donations in.  So I went to Troost 39.  You will never believe this but it's at Troost and 39th.  I have read many reviews about this thrift store and they were all true.  The people were so nice and happy for my donations.  The prices were amazing.  More like a garage sale than thrift store.

So all of these beautiful paintings were on the side of the building.  I didn't know who they were but I had to capture the talent.  I have found this article.  This is a beautiful way to honor people who touch lives.

This is my haul.  2 puzzles and 4 cross stitch kits.  All for $13.  I just love thrift stores.

Until the next adventure.

The Library District Part 2

 I started off in search of a park.  My research said it was The Overlook at Capital Hill but once I got there it was different.

But it was an overlook that is located on Capital Hill.  What a view!

My selfie with Lewis and Clark

Lewis and Clark noted in their journal that they were here.  

In the middle of the park was a statue of James Pendergast.

The views from this side of the park were beautiful too.

They arches lead to a path that went down the hill.

It's blocked off now.  It's a highway at the bottom.

So on to the next adventure.  I have really been excited about this one.  I sew and collect buttons.  This is my statue.  This is officially in the Garment District.  Later this week I will be visiting the Garment Museum.

This sign says No Stopping Standing or Parking.

I took this picture of my parked car while stopped to stand in the middle of the street.

A bison memorial at 9th and Broadway

This is below a sundial.  I thought it was neat.

I found a wreath of Thinkers on a parking garage.

These beautiful windows were at Hotel Savory at 219 9th.

Blue Penguins on their entrance.

The sign said The Museum Hotel so yes I was peeking in the windows and it looked like an art gallery.  I went in and asked if I could look around.  Why of course, 2 stories of art in this hotel.

This was my favorite.

As I mentioned earlier I'm planning on going to a museum in this area on Thursday.  I want to go other places so I will be taking a break.  There is just so much in this area.  Everything is old and full of history.  

Until the next adventure.