Rock Island Bridge

03/20/2025

As anticipation for the completion of the Rock Island Bridge project grows, the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas, is adding to the landscape of the riverfront.

03/18/2025

In other exciting news, KCK is bringing in earth to widen the levee top to create a riverview park. It’ll be worth the wait! (conceptual plans could change at construction)

03/18/2025

The Army Corps of Engineers just finished its new levee wall! KCK will soon begin building its stairs and ADA ramp up to the levee top trail and the bridge. Lotta cooks in this kitchen! (Conceptual plans could change at construction)

The old Rock Island Bridge will come alive with dining, bars, event spaces, music and more perched 40 feet over the Kansas River.

10/31/2024

Architects describe RI Bridge as a “change engine for KC”

See how the architects behind the Rock Island Bridge repurposing approached the project — and their expectations for what happens after it opens.

10/18/2024

Just back from the big High Line Network meet up, in Detroit this year. That city is making a fast comeback and lotta great “infrastructure renewal” projects underway. Our fave: Detroit Waterfont!

Video by Alex Atwell, © Friends of the High Line, Inc. 2024

09/02/2024

🌊🌿 Join us for a Kansas Riverbank cleanup with of the Kaw - Kansas Riverkeeper on Saturday, September 7th at Kaw Point Park in Kansas City, Kansas!

👥 We need your help—volunteers, community members, and families are welcome! The first 300 attendees will receive a free One KC t-shirt.

🔗 RSVP: www.bit.ly/OneKCCleanupRSVP
❓ Questions? Email [email protected].

Let’s come together to beautify our riverbanks! 💚✨

08/22/2024

As we work towards our grand opening in the spring, we can’t wait to shine a spotlight on the beautiful waterways surrounding Kansas City!

Join us in exploring the amazing opportunities to connect with nature and learn about our rivers through the Friends of the Kaw - Kansas Riverkeeper educational paddle trips. It’s a fantastic way to experience the beauty of our local environment firsthand!

🚣‍♂️ Learn more about these exciting trips here: https://kansasriver.org/

08/19/2024

We love watching these young rowers cut the water in unison — really brings the river to life.

08/07/2024

High Line park in New York, the gold standard for infrastructure renewal projects. With 7M visitors per year, it’s credited with reinvigorating its surrounding neighborhoods. The Rock Island Bridge will similarly transform the KS Waterfront!

07/10/2024

🌉 GIVEAWAY ALERT! The bridge is nearly finished and you could be among the first out!Enter now for a chance to win a private tour for you and 5 friends, some Rock Island Bridge swag, and a one-of-a-kind rail slice from the 1905 bridge.

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06/20/2024

A potential new neighbor?! ⚾️ 🫶

Missouri or Kansas for a new Royals stadium? How about Missouri AND Kansas. Take a look at this proposal.

06/20/2024

It turned out to be a stunning evening! 🔆

Coming soon!

06/17/2024

Rock Island Bridge shows how cities can repurpose their industrial history. Later this year, it will be the first bridge turned into an entertainment district! 🌉

Aging railroad relic getting new life as a vibrant entertainment hub

06/07/2024

From a historic railroad bridge to a vibrant entertainment hub! Get ready to experience the transformation at Rock Island Bridge!🍻🌊

Kansas City's Rock Island Bridge hovers above the Kansas River. Soon it will be home to concerts, restaurants, and hiking trails.