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Posts Tagged ‘West Bottoms’

Grimm Tattoo Reopens in West Bottoms After Devastating Fire

By | June 21, 2023 | 0
The front entrance of Grimm Tattoo in the West Bottoms.

Grimm Tattoo has relocated its shop and museum to the West Bottoms after a devastating fire destroyed its Midtown location in April.

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An Affordable, Nurturing Haven for Artists in West Bottoms

By | March 17, 2023 | 0
Artist Garry Noland has leased studio space at the Holsum building for about four years. He also runs the Holsum Gallery in the building.

Holsum Gallery has joined the ranks of art studios that have sprouted in the West Bottoms, offering a creative home for 45 artists.

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Ziplines, Aerial Park Envisioned for Hy-Vee Arena ‘Space Frame’

By | February 17, 2023 | 0
Plans for an aerial park using the "space frame" supporting the Hy-Vee Arena roof include ziplines extending over the Kaw River and a harness course utilizing the frame.

Brad McDonald plans to open an “aerial park” featuring ziplines that cross the Kansas River atop the Hy-Vee Arena in the West Bottoms.

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Backwater Bridge in West Bottoms Set to Become Leisure Destination

By | February 8, 2023 | 1
The Rock Island Bridge entertainment district will be the centerpiece of a recreational area that includes new trails and a park on the Kansas side of the river.

Mike Zeller’s work to convert a rusty backwater bridge in the West Bottoms into a major entertainment destination is expected to launch next month.

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City Agrees on Framework of $400M West Bottoms Redevelopment Plan

By | December 16, 2022 | 0
A conceptual rendering of a street scene in a part of the SomeraRoad plan for a six-block section of the West Bottoms.

The City Council has approved plans for an estimated $400 million redevelopment plan in the West Bottoms that would ultimately add 1,250 apartments.

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