curiousKC: A Brief, Entertaining, History of the East Bottoms

Published May 4th, 2020 at 1:30 PM

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The West Bottoms gets a lot of attention. But a curiousKC follower wanted to know more about Kansas City’s East Bottoms.

The East Bottoms also boasts a vibrant history, highlighted by a famous brewery and an amusement park. Moreover, the area has witnessed an impressive renaissance in recent years.

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