AAMP Convention 2018: Area Attractions in Kansas City

The American Jazz Museum — Photo courtesy of Visit KC

View a list of local attractions in Kansas City, Missouri, home of the American Association of Meat Processors' 2018 Convention.

NEGRO LEAGUE BASEBALL MUSEUM:

Founded in 1990, the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (NLBM) is a privately funded, non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the rich history of African-American Baseball. Experience a tour of multi-media displays, museum store, hundreds of photographs, and artifacts dating from the late 1800’s through the 1960’s. The NLBM opened it’s permanent 10,000 square foot facility in 1997 sharing the new 18th and Vine museum complex with the American Jazz Museum. www.nlbm.com

THE AMERICAN JAZZ MUSEUM:

The sights and sounds of a uniquely American art form come alive at the American Jazz Museum. The Museum includes interactive exhibits and educational programs as well as the Blue Room, a working jazz club, and the Gem Theater, a modern 500-seat performing arts center. Located in the 18th & Vine Historic Jazz District in Kansas City, this is the place where jazz masters such as Charlie Parker, Count Basie, Big Joe Turner, and hundreds of others defined the sounds of the 1920s, 30s, and 40s. www.americanjazzmuseum.org

THE COLLEGE BASKETBALL EXPERIENCE:

A world class entertainment facility connected to Sprint Center by the Grand Lobby, is two floors and 41,500 square feet of basketball exuberance. It houses the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame, where visitors can honor college basketball legends and learn about the history of the game. The CBE is not just a place where you go and look. The word “experience” is in the title because that’s exactly what fans can do – experience the game of college basketball. www.collegebasketballexperience.com

THE POWER & LIGHT DISTRICT:

The heartbeat of Kansas City. It’s the place locals choose to be and tourists want to go. It’s where memories are made and experiences are shared. The Power & Light District is KC’s premier living, shopping, dining and entertainment neighborhood - and it’s where you need to be. www.powerandlightdistrict.com

LEGOLAND DISCOVERY CENTER:

Step inside LEGOLAND Discovery Center and you’ll feel as though you’ve just jumped in to the world’s biggest box of LEGO bricks! With over 2 million LEGO bricks under one roof, what will you discover? - a fun, highly interactive and educational experience for children aged 3-10 years - the perfect attraction for LEGO fans young and old to enjoy together as a family- the choices are unlimited. www.kansascity.legolanddiscoverycenter.com

SCIENCE CITY:

The place for inquisitive young minds to create, explore, and experiment with the BIG world of science through hands-on learning and non-stop fun. Internationally awarded for “Visitor Experience” and named one of the country’s TOP 25 science centers, Science City annually educates and entertains hundreds of thousands of science-thirsty children of all ages. Centrally located in the heart of Kansas City and part of the historic and acclaimed Union Station complex, Science City boasts hundreds of interactive displays covering more than 92,000 sq ft. www.unionstation.org/sciencecity

SEA LIFE KANSAS CITY AQUARIUM:

SEA LIFE will transport you into the amazing underwater world. Come nose to nose with sharks and prepare for astonishingly close views of everything from humble starfish and seahorses to graceful rays. To get any closer you’d have to get wet! Over 5,000 sea creatures, 30 incredible displays, 180 degree tunnel and over 260,000 gallons of water Interactive touchpool experiences. www.visitsealife.com/kansas-city

WORLDS OF FUN:

Worlds of Fun & Oceans of Fun – one park, one price, twice the thrills, where guests enjoy all 235-acres of rides and slides. Worlds of Fun amusement park features over 100 family rides, thrill rides, waterslides, shows, and attractions including seven world-class roller coasters. Plus the Midwest’s largest Halloween event in September and October. Adrenaline junkies know that Worlds of Fun is the place to be in 2017, where two exhilarating new rides are sure to satisfy. Between the topsy-turvy Mustang Runner and the soaring, 100-foot-high Falcon’s Flight, you’ll have your fill of thrills. www.worldsoffun.com