Freight House, Railroad building in Crossroads Arts District, Kansas City, Missouri.
The Freight House is a five-story brick building in the Crossroads Arts District that stretches 500 feet (150 meters) along the railway tracks and features large windows with industrial architectural elements from the 1880s. The structure shows typical features of the Victorian rail era with solid masonry construction and generous openings for loading and unloading.
The building was constructed in 1887 as a central point for merchants to collect freight shipments from incoming trains during Kansas City's commercial expansion. The structure played a vital role in the city's goods movement and remained an important transportation hub for decades.
The building now houses multiple restaurants serving different cuisines, making it a gathering place for people from across the city. Visitors experience how industrial spaces can transform into centers where food and community come together.
The building connects to Union Station via a pedestrian bridge, making it easy to explore the larger train station area on foot. Parking is available on nearby streets, and the location sits within walking distance of other arts district attractions.
A railroad span from 1892 is incorporated into the pedestrian bridge, physically connecting the site to its railway heritage. This original structural element remains visible and reminds visitors of the location's original role in the city's transportation network.
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