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Waldo Adventures Not Too Far From the City
Kansas City is full of treasure-hunting opportunities, from sprawling antique malls to community-focused thrift shops. Whether you’re on the lookout for a vintage mirror, a nostalgic sweatshirt, or just a budget-friendly find, this guide highlights ten of the city’s best antiquing and thrifting spots. The article also explains the difference between the two: antiques are often rare and over a century old, while thrift finds tend to be more recent and affordable.
10 Kansas City Antiquing & Thrifting Spots
Kansas City is full of treasure-hunting opportunities, from sprawling antique malls to community-focused thrift shops. Whether you’re on the lookout for a vintage mirror, a nostalgic sweatshirt, or just a budget-friendly find, this guide highlights ten of the city’s best antiquing and thrifting spots. The article also explains the difference between the two: antiques are often rare and over a century old, while thrift finds tend to be more recent and affordable.
Visiting Kansas Sunflowers
Every September, Kansas sunflower fields burst into bloom, and one of the most iconic spots to see them is Grinter Farms in Lawrence, Kansas. Just a short drive from Kansas City, this family-owned farm has become a must-visit destination for locals and visitors alike. Each Labor Day weekend, the bright yellow flowers signal the start of sunflower season, and year after year, I find myself heading back to Grinter Farms to experience it all over again.