Collections

The Brian Thurn collection is comprised of photographs of objects and memorabilia that reflect aspects of the African-American cultural experience...

As the first city manager in Kansas City, L. P. Cookingham had significant influence on the city in the mid-20th century. The collection contains a...

This collection features photographs from the personal archive of African-American police detective, political leader from Kansas City, and trainer of...

This small collection features images of one of Kansas City’s most prominent Black civil rights leaders and longtime editor of The Call newspaper.

This collection features photographs of activities and events from the local chapter of the Mexican American Women’s National Association.

Richard W. Bolling was U.S. Congressman from 5th District of Missouri, which covers Kansas City, and served from 1949 to 1983. Photographs in his...