Kansas City: Paris of the Plains

This is a poster that reads "Kansas City / Paris of the Plains / 1928-1938" across an almost water-marked image of a woman dressed in popular flapper attire. Her striking pose seems to suggest the appeal that the rising urban area had despite the economic depression ravaging the rest of the country. Due to looser laws surrounding prohibition, the city's nightlife boomed and was spared economically as well. Kansas City has long been called the "Paris of the Plains" due to its system of boulevards, many water fountains, and strong cultural engagement. For the United States in the decade listed, this city might have been a source of pride in conversation with European counterparts. Text and image come together in this poster as an advertisement for prosperity accentuated by the unique design of the black-spotted silver frame.
Kansas City: Paris of the Plains
Inventory
Collection Number
17162
Building
Current Location
Study room 415
Floor
4th
Description
Details
This is a poster by artist Bill McDevitt that recognizes Kansas City as the "Paris of the Plains."
Artist
Framed
Yes
 - Glass
Width
1 inches
Height
27 inches
Length
19 inches
Donor
Donor Name
Jonathan and Nancy Lee Kemper
Library Owns
No
Permissions
Reproduce the Work in Library publications/publicity, including film or videotape
Yes
Reproduce
Library has Photography Rights
Yes
Photograph
Permit the general public to photograph the work
Yes
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