About Englewood Arts District
What is the Englewood Arts District? Join us every Third Friday from 6 to 9 for an art walk celebration in the Englewood Arts District in Independence, MO, just 15 minutes from the KC center. Artists are invited to be a part of the art walk by setting up a pop up art tent.In October of 2024, the Englewood Arts District successfully petitioned the City of Independence to establish the Englewood Arts Overlay District (EAOD), updating zoning to support a vibrant, mixed-use creative community. This explicitly promotes art-related businesses, artist studios, live/work units, galleries, small venues, outdoor events, and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure. Their goal is to create “robust and sustainable mixed-income neighborhoods that are safe, walkable, and incorporate art into the infrastructure,” integrating creative enterprises with residential life while maintaining neighborhood character. Across the street is Englewood Arts, which opened in 2022, a 30,000 sq ft Arts Center in a former medical building, granting studios, a glass-blowing lab, neon workshop, performance space, and gallery.
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Visit Englewood Arts District and meet our neighbors​
Neighborhood Highlights
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Vivilore – A Boutique Restaurant. Modern American fine dining with art, antiques, and home décor to die for. (Wed–Sat: 11 AM–3 PM & 5 PM–9 PM) CALL (816) 836-2222 or book online.
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Englewood Arts Center – Our community center cornerstone: gallery exhibitions, a charming ArtShop, hands-on art classes, artists-in-residence, and the new forges for glass-blowing and more. (Wed–Fri: 11 AM–4 PM; Sat: 11 AM–3 PM).
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Englewood Cafe – A warm, cozy café serving the best Midwest comfort-food classics and made-from-scratch pies—perfect for breakfast or lunch. (Monday–Friday from 6 AM to 7 PM, Saturday from 6 AM to 2 PM, Sunday from 7 AM to 2 PM).
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Puppetry Arts Institute is a creative and educational center dedicated to the art of puppetry. Museum Exhibits, Puppet Shows (on-site and traveling), Puppet Painting Workshops and events. (Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM).
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Winners Mart: This little convenience store hides incredible fried fish and chicken meals in the back. The fish is magic. Ask for spicy!
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Four Corners Framed Art – Trusted custom framers and Fine Art collectables gallery—25 + years of craftsmanship and heart. (Mon–Fri: 9 AM–4:30 PM; Sat: 9 AM–3 PM)
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Nirvana Coffee Bar & Game Lounge – A relaxed coffee bar, and gaming lounge offering fun evenings out, signature lattes, cocktails, board games, craft nights, karaoke, art, and themed events. (Mon–Thu: 10 AM–10 PM; Fri–Sat: 10 AM–12 AM; Sun: 9 AM–9 PM.)
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Three Trails Trading Post (Mic-O-Say Scout Shop) – A local crafts and gift market showcasing pottery, handcrafted glass, beads, and handmade treasures. This shop began in 1978! (Mon–Sat: 12 PM–6 PM.)
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La Plaza Market– Your go-to spot for authentic Hispanic groceries: fresh pastries, fresh produce, tamales, tortillas, deli—bringing warmth and flavor to the block.
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3 Trails Forge – Ignite your inner blacksmith! A brand-new forge teaching hands-on metal-working classes and creative forging alternatives.​