Parker’s unmatched brilliance and impact on jazz lives on here at the American Jazz Museum in Kansas City at 18th and Vine.

He was co-chair of the planning committee that brought the NAACP National Conference to Kansas City in 2010. The jazz museum opened in 1997 and has a $2 million budget and a staff of 25 employees.

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Kansas City, Missouri, is a hub of culture, music, and culinary delights. Known for its jazz heritage and world-famous barbecue, the city offers iconic spots like the 18th & Vine Jazz District and the ...

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Editor's Note: This interview is part of an ongoing Star series highlighting Kansas Citians from historically under-represented communities and their impact on our region. The series builds on The ...