Kansas City Power & Light Building
A true 1931 Art Deco masterpiece, the Kansas City Power & Light Building was the tallest building west of the Mississippi River until the Space Needle was built in 1962.
Kansas City Power & Light Building
106 W 14th St, Kansas City, MO 64105 (Map)
Built: 1931
Architect/Style: Hoit, Price, and Barnes // Art Deco
Area: Power & Light District
Today’s post includes a gallery of 20+ modern-day interior and exterior photos, thanks to a personal tour given to me by the building’s manager. Thank you, Jayden!
The Kansas City Power & Light Building stands as one of Kansas City's most prominent landmarks. Completed in 1931, the 34-story skyscraper has been a symbol of progress, innovation, and the city's thriving energy industry.
Built during the Great Depression, it was intended to boost employment in the area while serving as the headquarters of the Kansas City Power & Light Company. Its iconic Art Deco design, crowned with an illuminated lantern, has made it an integral part of Kansas City's skyline and history.
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