The Historic Garment District Museum of Kansas City is located at 801 Broadway in the heart of the old Garment District between 6th and 11th streets and Washington and Wyandotte streets. Many of these buildings date back to the 1870s and are on the National Register of Historic Places (bronze plaques are located near their entrances identifying the original businesses). Established in 1940. The Kansas City Museum collects, preserves, and interprets Kansas City's local and regional history through programs, exhibitions, and events.