Leawood Historic Sites Tour :: Leawood Photographer

Saturday, I had the opportunity to shoot for Leawood Lifestyle Magazine for an article in one of their upcoming issues.  The article entails the historical sites still available to tour in Leawood.  Paul and I packed up the jeep, and began our day at the Somerset Shops on Somerset Drive and Lee Boulevard.  I loved shopping around at the Vintage Market.  So many unique items!  I could have spent my whole paycheck in there!

Next on our tour was Leawood's First City Hall on 96th Street and Lee Boulevard.

Leawood Firestation :: 96th Street and Lee Boulevard

My favorite stop of the day, was our visit to the Sharp Farm off 131st Street and Mission Road.  Stu and Diane Sharp own one of the last working farms left in Leawood.  Paul and I could have stayed there all day.  Stu and Diane welcomed us with open arms, and willingly shared the farm's history with us.

Another interesting stop, was the Oxford Schoolhouse located in Ironwoods Park on 147th Street and Mission Road.  

It's amazing to think that this was what life was like not that long ago.

Our last stop on the Leawood Historical Tour, was the Graham Giblin Home on 143rd and Kenneth Road.  Unfortunately, Mrs. Giblin was not at home, but I did get her permission beforehand to take a couple of shots of her home.  

This home was built by William Albertus McKinney in 1880.

It was such a gorgeous day, that we decided to keep heading south and end our trip at Somerset Ridge.  They recently won the prestigious Jefferson Cup award for their Oktoberfest German Style White Wine. Very well deserved!

Alas, all great days must come to an end.