The Mark Twain Tower

Revitalizing Kansas City's Historic Landmark

Located in Kansas City’s Library District, the Mark Twain Tower is a 22-story building that originally opened in 1925 as the Kansas City Athletic Club.

The building retains its original architectural features, including a full-sized swimming pool, basketball court, racquetball courts, and a grand two-story ballroom. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983, the tower is being redeveloped into a modern mixed-use property that will feature office, retail, and event spaces.

The project benefits from historic tax credits and a Chapter 353 Contract providing a 50% tax abatement on improvements through 2025.

  • Total Project Cost: $70,569,141

  • Year Built: 1906

  • Square Footage: 213,704 SF

  • Rentable Square Footage: 70,776 RSF

  • Lot Size: 0.46 Acres

  • Historic Status: National Register of Historic Places

Community Impact:
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