It was actually a real estate scheme but the artsy angle is what everyone remembered and part of "selling the sizzle" of this part of town that remains more vibrant than so many nearby enclaves . . . Check-it:
"Just a few decades ago, Kansas City’s Crossroads district was coined by its near-empty stretch of streets, dotted by auto shops, empty buildings, and tumbleweeds rolling in the wind. The predominantly industrial area was desperate for a new purpose.
"But that quiet space gave artists like Kevin McGraw, Jim Leedy, David Ford, and Tom Dethridge room to experiment—setting up studios, galleries, and small performances in unoccupied buildings. Their collective efforts, combined with building owners willing to take a chance on art, slowly brought life to the district . . ."
Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .
Kevin McGraw reflects on First Friday's origins and the artists that made the Crossroads their canvas
Catching up with local artist Kevin McGraw to chop it up with him about the origins of the beloved First Fridays.
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