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Opening Concert
- When
- February 22, 1899
- Where
- Convention Hall
Convention Hall opened in Kansas City, Missouri, on February 22, 1899, with a performance by the John Philip Sousa band.
The hall, located at 13th and Central Streets, was a major indoor arena. Its opening featured a concert by the band of John Philip Sousa, marking the start of its operation as a civic hub.
Sources
- Convention Hall Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-30
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