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The Scarritt Building

The Scarritt Building

The story of KC's second skyscraper, built in 1906 for $1M with stunning ornamental detailing.

May 07, 2024
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The Scarritt Building

818 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64106 (Map)
Built: 1906-1907
Architect/Style: Chicago School // Root & Siemens
Area: Downtown

Located at the northwest corner of Ninth and Grand streets in Kansas City, Missouri, the Scarritt Building is a significant landmark in the landscape of early 20th-century American architecture.

Designed by the architectural firm Root and Siemens and completed in 1907, this eleven-story structure is a prime example of the integration of Chicago School architectural principles with rich ornamental detailing.

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