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Akright’s “Little Known” History
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Добавлен 31 май 2010
People say that I "know a little about a lot and a lot about a little."
Through exploration, research, and simply asking questions, I have discovered what might be considered “little known” pieces of the history of Kansas City and its surrounding areas. For me, learning is my passion, and sharing what I have learned is what makes me happy. I thank you for allowing me the opportunity to share a little bit of what I have learned with you. Hopefully, you will find that there is a lot of the “little known” to learn!
In addition to the videos, I thoroughly enjoy giving presentations, and have presented to organizations such as The Shawnee Indian Mission Historical Society, while also partnering on projects with the Wyandotte County Museum and the City of Mission, Kansas, among others.
You might discover a mistake or two... If you do, please let me know! I always love an opportunity to learn!
If you have requests or suggestions, please contact me at AndrewAkright@gmail.com
Through exploration, research, and simply asking questions, I have discovered what might be considered “little known” pieces of the history of Kansas City and its surrounding areas. For me, learning is my passion, and sharing what I have learned is what makes me happy. I thank you for allowing me the opportunity to share a little bit of what I have learned with you. Hopefully, you will find that there is a lot of the “little known” to learn!
In addition to the videos, I thoroughly enjoy giving presentations, and have presented to organizations such as The Shawnee Indian Mission Historical Society, while also partnering on projects with the Wyandotte County Museum and the City of Mission, Kansas, among others.
You might discover a mistake or two... If you do, please let me know! I always love an opportunity to learn!
If you have requests or suggestions, please contact me at AndrewAkright@gmail.com
Pioneer Cabin - City Park, Manhattan, KS - PART 1 OF 2 - PART 2 COMING SOON!!!
UPDATED VERSION COMING SOON!
This video is what this channel is all about. This is what I do.
I saw something. I wanted to know more about it. I checked it out, and I pass it on to you.
Normally, I would do a lot of research before making a video, but this situation didn’t allow for that. Here’s what happened…
My family, my parents, and I went to a Kansas State basketball game in Manhattan, Kansas. It was a great time, and after the game we drove around the city a little. We drove past the giant statue of Johnny Kaw in City Park, and I spotted the cabin. I wanted to know more and the group was nice enough to drive over by it. I couldn’t see a sign so I jumped out for “just a second”, and th...
This video is what this channel is all about. This is what I do.
I saw something. I wanted to know more about it. I checked it out, and I pass it on to you.
Normally, I would do a lot of research before making a video, but this situation didn’t allow for that. Here’s what happened…
My family, my parents, and I went to a Kansas State basketball game in Manhattan, Kansas. It was a great time, and after the game we drove around the city a little. We drove past the giant statue of Johnny Kaw in City Park, and I spotted the cabin. I wanted to know more and the group was nice enough to drive over by it. I couldn’t see a sign so I jumped out for “just a second”, and th...
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Santa Fe Trail in Johnson County, Kansas
Просмотров 1576 месяцев назад
This video was made for a grade school in Gardner, Kansas, to show before they took a field trip to the Mahaffie Farmstead. Because of limited time, I chose to focus on just Johnson County, stopping at 4 different locations to talk about different, important aspects of the trail. While there are MANY places to show, I think that these are pretty enjoyable. I hope that you enjoy! Oh… and remembe...
The Last Supper (Country Club Christian Church - Kansas City, MO)
Просмотров 191Год назад
NOTE - PLEASE REMEMBER TO CALL BEFORE GOING (816) 333-4917 The church staff and clergy LOVE having visitors, but it's very helpful if they know in advance that you are coming. If I told you that Kansas City is home to a life-size carving of Jesus’ Last Supper, would you believe me? What if I added that the carving was a featured item at the 1964 World Fair in New York City and you can see it fo...
*SPECIAL GUEST EDITION* The Constitution with Robbie Akright
Просмотров 48Год назад
*SPECIAL GUEST - ROBBIE AKRIGHT* That's right, this video was made by my son, Robbie, as a supplemental project for his 2nd grade class. I was so impressed by it, that I asked if I could share it on my channel. I'll be honest, I really don't think of the Constitution beyond hearing about it on the news, mostly hearing about issues regarding the right to free speech and the right to bear arms, a...
*UPDATE* Sacred Red Rock (Lawrence, KS)
Просмотров 159Год назад
The times, they are a changing… Two years ago, I made two videos about Robinson Park in Lawrence, Kansas. The first video came from pure intrigue. What was this tiny little park doing tucked in the middle of one of the busiest intersections in Lawrence? Why did it have a cannon, and why did it have a giant boulder in the middle of it? I went to investigate, did some research and made a video. A...
Cross Trails Park (Shawnee, KS)
Просмотров 166Год назад
I don't know how long ago it was when I first saw decorative, limestone blocks appear by the northeast corner of Shawnee Mission Parkway and Neiman. I had to check it out. The stones, bordered a nice, new sidewalk that went up to a circle and a blank slab was on top of a mound of limestone bricks. A little while later, informational signs popped up. I was intrigued, but it seemed like nothing h...
Wassmer Park (Prairie Village, KS)
Просмотров 184Год назад
Located at the corner of 67th and Roe in Prairie Village, Kansas, Wassmer Park is a sight to see. With a huge area and a variety of features, this is a place to play, to relax, to research, and to just enjoy being outdoors. (Plus, the public restrooms are very nice) The park is named in honor of Laura Wassmer, who was on the Prairie Village City Council for 17 years before serving as mayor for ...
Missions in Johnson County, KS - Part 1 - Introduction
Просмотров 250Год назад
This video introduces the 3 main missions that were located in what is now Johnson County, Kansas, the Methodist, Baptist, and Quaker/Friends missions. I hope that you enjoy this video and look forward to the videos on each mission that will be coming soon. Kansas City is an intriguing place when it comes to the history of the United States. Back in the 1800s, two different cultures were separa...
First Cabin in Topeka (Topeka, KS)
Просмотров 1,7 тыс.2 года назад
You never know what you might find out if you just stop to take the time to read a marker or a sign. Signs and markers don't just appear out of thin air. Someone, or some group, has to come along, raise the funds, plan the sign, and carry it out (often having to get permits to do so). This episode, an oldie but a goodie (with some "excellent" camera work), is about a time when I stopped to look...
Prince Eric of Sunbeam (St. Joseph, MO)
Просмотров 1202 года назад
A PRINCE IN ST. JOE - WHAT MORE DO YOU NEED TO KNOW? CLICK! An older video, but worth bringing it out to share. You never know what you might stumble upon!
Flat Rock Creek (Overland Park, KS)*
Просмотров 2962 года назад
Imagine... The year is 1828 and you have just departed Westport, Missouri, heading down the trail to Santa Fe, New Mexico. After a day of travel, you decide to stop and make camp. Maybe, your directions have even taken you to Flat Creek Campground, but you will still need to decide... Where should you cross? Your party has heard of a place where the water bed is made of limestone, and the limes...
Strang Park (Overland Park, KS)
Просмотров 1712 года назад
In the early 1900s, the Strang Line Interurban Railroad crossed over the land that is now Strang Park, named in honor of William B. Strang, the founder of Overland Park, KS. The Strang Line connected Kanas City with Johnson County, opening the doors for the expansion of developments outside of the city and allowing those outside of the city to travel in to enjoy the shopping and amenities. This...
Pioneer Crossing Park (Shawnee, Kansas)
Просмотров 3582 года назад
Just west of Interstate 35 on the south side of Shawnee Mission Parkway in Shawnee, KS, is Pioneer Crossing Park. If you live in the area, you’ve likely seen it, but have you ever stopped to see what it is? The park’s most prominent feature is a large brick sculpture by local artist Charles Goslin, featuring a life size wagon train pulled by two bronze oxen, dedicated in 2006 as part of the 150...
FDR in Olathe, Kansas
Просмотров 2812 года назад
In 1936, on his way back from a campaign stop in Colorado, President Franklin Roosevelt stopped in Olathe, Kansas, the state of the Republican nominee he was looking to defeat in the election. 10,000 people knew about it and showed up to hear FDR. Did you know about this historical event?
LGBTQ History in KC - Kansas City, Missouri - North American Council of Homophile Organizations
Просмотров 2932 года назад
LGBTQ History in KC - Kansas City, Missouri - North American Council of Homophile Organizations
Merriam Visitors Bureau & Historic Plaza - Merriam, Kansas
Просмотров 3112 года назад
Merriam Visitors Bureau & Historic Plaza - Merriam, Kansas
Wakarusa River Valley Heritage Museum - Douglas County, Kansas
Просмотров 1872 года назад
Wakarusa River Valley Heritage Museum - Douglas County, Kansas
USS Constitution’s (Old Ironsides) Lower Mast in Topeka???
Просмотров 3763 года назад
USS Constitution’s (Old Ironsides) Lower Mast in Topeka???
THE HOUSE THAT SURVIVED QUANTRILL’S RAID - THE ROBERT MILLER HOUSE
Просмотров 9913 года назад
THE HOUSE THAT SURVIVED QUANTRILL’S RAID - THE ROBERT MILLER HOUSE
Kaw Point - Lewis, Clark, and Kansas City, Kansas
Просмотров 1,6 тыс.3 года назад
Kaw Point - Lewis, Clark, and Kansas City, Kansas
The Scout - Cyrus E. Dallin's Masterpiece - Keeps Watch Over Kansas City
Просмотров 4023 года назад
The Scout - Cyrus E. Dallin's Masterpiece - Keeps Watch Over Kansas City
Did you know that the 31st Vice President of the US was a Native American of the Kaw nation?
Просмотров 1233 года назад
Did you know that the 31st Vice President of the US was a Native American of the Kaw nation?
*SPECIAL EDITION* Constitution Hall - Lecompton, KS with Guest Speaker
Просмотров 2763 года назад
*SPECIAL EDITION* Constitution Hall - Lecompton, KS with Guest Speaker
Sacred Stone - The Kansans and the Kanza*
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.4 года назад
Sacred Stone - The Kansans and the Kanza*
Rosedale Memorial Arch (Made for the Wyandotte County Historical Museum)
Просмотров 2974 года назад
Rosedale Memorial Arch (Made for the Wyandotte County Historical Museum)