Union Station
When Union Station opened on October 30, 1914, it was the nation's third-largest train station. Traffic through KC surged after World War II, reaching a peak of 670,000 passengers in 1945.
Union Station
30 W Pershing Rd, Kansas City, MO 64108 (Map)
Opened: 1914
Architect/Style: Jarvis Hunt // Beaux-Arts
Union Station in Kansas City, Missouri, has played a central role in the city's transportation history since its opening in 1914. Designed by architect Jarvis Hunt in the Beaux-Arts style, the station replaced the earlier Union Depot, which had become outdated and vulnerable to flooding.
At its peak, Union Station handled over 200 trains per day, serving as a major hub for cross-country travel. Over time, rail traffic declined, and the station closed in 1985. However, a $250 million renovation project in the 1990s transformed the facility into a cultural and commercial center, preserving its historic significance while adapting it for modern use.
