Nelson Atkins Museum

Our first week

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April 16th 2006
As our first week comes to an end, we reflect on what an interesting and enjoyable time we have been having. Everyone has been very welcoming and friendly. Its like we are celebrities, everyone wants to met and talk with us. Since we last wrote, we have done a great deal. Thursday morning we spent some free time exploring the beauty of the Country Club Plaza, a shopping centre designed with S ... read more

North America » United States » Missouri » Kansas City

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more