Downtown Kansas City
Great downtowns are no longer reducible to offices. Now, they are transforming into spaces to live and socialize. Downtown Kansas City has charted this course; mixing live and work together in a thriving, walkable environment.
The J. Philip Kirk, Jr. & Urban Hero Awards are presented annually by the Downtown Council. The J. Philip Kirk, Jr. Award is given to leaders whose vision, guidance, and commitment have helped set Downtown Kansas City on a clear path for revitalization. The award’s namesake, J. Philip Kirk Jr., epitomized these qualities. In addition, the Downtown Council recognizes individuals who represent a small business or organization passionate about making Downtown Kansas City a more vibrant place to live, work, and play with the Urban Hero Award.
Join us for the Downtown Council Annual Luncheon on Friday, April 11th at the Kay Barnes Ballroom. The event kicks off with our Spirit of Downtown Exhibit at 11am with our Annual Luncheon program beginning at noon. This year’s theme is “Downtown KC, Connecting Communities” and will feature the presentation of the J. Philip Kirk Award and the announcement of our Urban Hero Award recipients.
The Imagine Downtown KC 2030 plan is designed to serve as the primary vision-setting and policy blueprint for shaping a stronger, better, more resilient community with an unflinching commitment to creating an equitable, inclusive, and vibrant Downtown Kansas City.
The South Loop Project is a sustainable urban park that will bring Kansas City together like never before, bridging Kansas City’s Central Business District and the Crossroads Arts District and linking adjacent communities.
Businesses, retailers, professional sports teams, and a young educated workforce are fueling Downtown Kansas City’s renaissance. Today, Downtown has become the fastest-growing residential neighborhood in the entire region and the very best place for people and businesses to connect with each other.
Downtown Council of Kansas City
The Downtown Council of Kansas City is a private, nonprofit membership organization representing Kansas City’s best businesses, property owners, nonprofit organizations, and anyone invested in Downtown’s success.
About UsThe Downtown Council serves as the primary advocacy organization for Downtown Kansas City, Missouri.
- Become a MemberWelcoming, Collaborative, Innovative, and Driving Change. Join the Downtown Council and invest in your Downtown.
- AmbassadorsOur ambassadors have transformed Downtown with a simple but ambitious mission: clean, safe, and attractive.
Downtown Council of Kansas City
1000 Walnut, Suite 200
Kansas City, MO 64106
816.421.1539