KC Garment District: Piecing Together the Past

Tue, Oct 24 2023

7:00pm - 8:00pm

North Oak Community Room

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Subjects

History

Age Group

For adults

Presenter

David W. Jackson

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Local historian David W. Jackson explores fascinating industry that clothed America with stylish garments that were "Made in Kansas City, U.S.A." The KC Garment District once represented the largest market of coats and suits in the U.S. Explore its history and find out what is left of the industry and the district today.

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