10 Retro Places In Kansas That Will Take You Back In Time
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Annie
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Is there anything more nostalgic than roller skating to disco, black lights at the bowling alley, or a hand-dipped cone from a 50’s diner? No, there isn’t…and lucky for us, Kansas is home to several of these retro treasures, including:
The General Store, which was originally built and opened in 1874, now sells (and serves) artisan wines, arts, crafts, gifts and handcrafted food.
The Kanopolis is one of only a few hundred drive-in theaters left in the country, so be sure to check it out for a good, wholesome night at the movies!
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This colorful, old-fashioned sweets shop will make you feel like a kid in a candy store!
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Grab some friends, drinks, and on-site snacks for a night of nostalgic open bowling at Olathe Lanes East. (The open 'Rock-n-Bowl' times take place on Friday and Saturday nights.)
Colorful decorations? Check! Disco ball? Check! Yummy food counter items? You better believe it! I'll see you at Skate World!
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Burgers and desserts the way they are supposed to be made await you at this fun and upbeat 1950's diner and soda shoppe!
This epic old school arcade *might* be on the KC MO side, but we're calling it our own because it's awesome (and because "Kansas" is still in the name)!
...because ALL restaurants should still have walk-up windows and serve their food in paper bags!
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Grab your bell bottoms, shoulder pads, or "Grunge is Dead" t-shirt and head to Adult Night at Skate City for an evening of pure nostalgia.
Medicine isn't the best medicine--root beer floats are, which the Cardinal Drug Store has fulfilled for several generations.
Which nostalgic Kansas establishment is your favorite?
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