Leana & Alex
Things To Do
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Known for its neoclassical architecture and extensive collection of Asian art. Free admission! P.S. This is the lovely site of our engagement photos!
National WWI Museum and Memorial
The National World War I Museum tells the story of the Great War and related global events from their origins before 1914 through the 1918 armistice and 1919 Paris Peace Conference.
Country Club Plaza
Explore 15 blocks of shopping and dining in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri with 100 stores, 30 restaurants, and amazing architecture.
Crossroads
Crossroads is packed with happening art galleries in restored warehouses. Hip coffee bars, brewpubs, BBQ joints and retro-styled bars dot the area, along with independent shops selling fashion, handcrafted jewelry and quirky stationery. At monthly First Friday events, art shows and food trucks draw big crowds.
Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
The arboretum includes mature trees and limestone bluffs, with almost 5 miles (8.0 km) of trails and two bridges across Wolf Creek, a major tributary of the Blue River. P.S. This is where Alex proposed!
Legends Outlets Kansas City
Legends Outlets is Kansas City's premier outdoor shopping and entertainment destination and the only designer outlet center in the area. With more than 100 designer outlets, retail, dining and entertainment options, Legends Outlets offers something for every style, age and price range.
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
Lawrence
Home of The University of Kansas Jayhawks! Enjoy strolling down Massachusetts Street for dining and shopping. After 5pm on weekdays and all day weekend days drive down Jayhawk Boulevard to admire the campus. Be sure to check out Allen Fieldhouse!