The Progress Club
Designed by renowned KC architect Louis Curtiss, this 1893 Chateauesque landmark remains a symbol of elegance and history, perfectly preserved in Quality Hill over 131 years later.
The Progress Club
1051 Washington St, Kansas City, MO 64105 (Map)
Built: 1893
Architect/Style: Louis Curtiss and Frederick Gunn // Chateausque
Area: Quality Hill
The Progress Club, first established in 1881, holds the distinction of being Kansas City's first Jewish social club. It served as a vital hub for the local Jewish community, providing a space where they could gather, socialize, and build connections outside the confines of the synagogue.
The club initially operated from rented spaces on Main Street, however, by 1890, the club had grown substantially, and its members began planning for a dedicated clubhouse in Quality Hill.
Architectural Significance
In 1893, the Progress Club moved into its newly constructed building on Washington Street. Designed by the prominent Kansas City architects Louis Curtiss and Frederick Gunn, the building showcased the elegant Chateauesque architectural style.
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