Concrete Promotional Group
Membership Holiday Party &
Excellence in Concrete Awards Program
Firestone Building  Kansas City, MO
November 11, 2014
5:30 pm Social Hour
6:30 pm Dinner
7:30 pm Program
Historic Fun Facts about the Firestone Building:
- Built in 1915 for $300,000, shortly after Union Station was completed
- Firestone Tire and Rubber Co. built the building
 and inhabited it until 1986. - Harvey Firestone believed that good roads and the farm industry were important to the success of his company. He stated, "Kansas City is going to be a great city. It has the location, the spirit, the enterprise, the transportation facilities, and the great warehouse of resources on which to feed and
 grow." - Eight story reinforced concrete frame with concrete floors, terra cotta and brick detailing
- Architect Smith Rea & Lovitt, conservative design, well proportioned, minimal Gothic-inspired motifs that read as texture rather than detail
- Placed on the National Register of Historic Places
 in 1986 - The building has had multiple tenants over the years, Firestone warehouse, a service station in the first floor to the south, furniture store, to today's multi-tenant use, including event venue
Don't miss experiencing this Rustic Urban Chic Event!
The views from the 8th floor are fantastic. Weather permitting access to the roof will be available for those wanting to take great pictures! Bring your camera!
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