Founded in 1997 with three floors of books and media, meet and take home the greatest minds in history, or join in on KCs finest, running conversations at the counter. Located in the scrum of KC's bohemia. A five-minute ride from the Plaza and downtown convention district. Make a day of it: grab a drink and a bite just outside our door along 39th Street's restaurants and bars.
From Dr. Seuss to Dr. Gonzo: 3 floors, 70 categories, 50,000 titles of BOOKS, vinyls, CDs & film in an historic 1890 building. Peruse titles, check out the art-n-oddities, find a nook or cranny and read a while. Be it live music, a reading, a book release or an art opening, Prospero's intimate, 3rd-floor offers a live experience not found anywhere else in Kansas City.
From Dr. Seuss to Dr. Gonzo: 3 floors, 70 categories, 50,000 titles of BOOKS, vinyls, CDs & film in an historic 1890 building. Peruse titles, check out the art-n-oddities, find a nook or cranny and read a while. Be it live music, a reading, a book release or an art opening, Prospero's intimate, 3rd-floor offers a live experience not found anywhere else in Kansas City.
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We believe in community through word and action. Our team invites a diverse array of poets, artists, authors and civic leaders to share their knowledge and talents through regular shop gatherings. From book readings, Irish sessions, 3rd Fridays, to Salsa and Latin Jazz concerts and everything in-between.
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