Prairiefire

The downfall of Prairiefire Art and Entertainment District is the limited selection of boutiques and stores at an affordable price for high school students. The atmosphere of the area, however, is of excellent quality, but Prairiefire needs further development if it’s looking to compete with other shopping centers.

The Art Factory

The Art Factory at Prairiefire allows hipsters the chance to perform hardcore slam poetry every other Thursday, with a $5 door charge. Inside lies a rugged, industrial-styled interior, with walls wrapped with contemporary art and artistic photography from local Kansas City artists. From the appearance of the institution, one could probably tell that The Art Factory is geared towards artistic individuals. The Art Factory is simply a cool hangout location where students can relax while viewing art or express their emotions through poetry.

American Museum of Natural History

A beacon, the American Museum of Natural History at Prairiefire is the main highlight of the relatively underdeveloped Prairiefire district. Standing out from other bland buildings in the area, the Museum at Prairiefire attracts the attention of audiences with its beautifully designed glass facade, making it a desirable location for prom pictures. Entering through the doors, the light shines in a various array of colors upon the imposing skeleton of a Tyrannosaurus Rex located in the main hall. Unfortunately, the main hall is the only free exhibit at the museum and is limited in its content. In order to visit the exhibition gallery and discovery room, an all-access day pass can be purchased for $22. Expensive in price, the other exhibits at the Museum at Prairiefire also fall short at providing audiences with an interactive and memorable experience, mainly due to the small size of the complex. Although the interior of the museum is lacking in artifacts, the Museum at Prairiefire is a prime location to visit for those intrigued by beautiful architecture.