Crossroads Arts District

If you love one-of-a-kind, creative design, then the fun and funky Crossroads Arts District is a must-do shopping destination. Creative people have filled neighborhood galleries and studios with handcrafted ceramics to enormous oil paintings, and meticulously crafted jewelry. Purchase delicious and gorgeous handcrafted confections at Christopher Elbow Artisanal Chocolates or paper goods made with an old-fashioned press, from Hammerpress. There's unusual specialty lingerie and swimsuits, at Birdie's, and humorous Kansas City-centric clothing and gifts crowd RAYGUN, LLC. You'll also find high-end furnishings in several places, 'green' interior design materials, and a massive array of shoes at the decades-old Bob Jones Shoes. Even skateboard enthusiasts and map lovers will find shops dedicated to their favorites. Mexican, Thai, Germanic, and Italian fare, steaks and burgers provide tasty, locally-owned dining options and there are premium spirits available at Tom's Town Distilling Co. too.