Missouri's most noted 20th -century artist lived in this 2 1/2 story, late-Victorian-style house from 1939 until his death in 1975. The house and the carriage house, which Benton converted into an art studio, contain many of Thomas Hart Benton's personal belongings. Guided tours are available; a fee is charged.
Location:
3616 Belleview, Kansas City Missouri
Telephone
816-931-5722
Other Missouri State Parks nearby:
(Lexington) Battle of Lexington State Historic Site
(Mound City) Big Lake State Park
(Higginsville) Confederate Memorial State Historic Site
(Rushville) Lewis and Clark State Park
(Kansas City) Thomas Hart Benton State Historic Site
(Lawson) Watkins Mill State Park
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01/10 Coming to The Kansas City area
Heart of America Shakespeare Festival Kansas City MO June18-July7 The Heart of America Shakespeare Festival is set under the stars in South Moreland Park near Nelson Atkins Museum of Art. It is a perfect way to spend a summer evening with family and friends. They have several programs to study and explore such as Speaker's Bureau and Poster and Sonnet Contest. The faculty includes theatre professionals, actors, and educators experienced in performing and teaching Shakespeare. Many of the instructors are veterans of festival productions.
Greater Kansas Citry Japan Festival Kansas City MO October6 Cekebrating the cultural of Japan.
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