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The Corner is a business hub, designed to provide a safe space and support to founders, entrepreneurs, and small businesses of communities of color in Kansas City. We have created a rallying place for entrepreneurs from all sectors, to help them survive today, and thrive again tomorrow, to assist them to be in a better position to grow, as they express their best selves in the work they do.

From our studio and suite offices, event space, and restaurant (The Corner Bar & Grill), we are investing in the community through this catalytic economic development project. It comes at a critical moment in our city’s history, and it will help to even further spark the redevelopment of the 18th & Vine Historic District in the heart of our city.

If you are interested in touring our available studio and office suites or event space, please email us. Meantime, come down to The Corner Bar & Grill and enjoy the home cooking, the incredible music, and local talent. We can’t wait to meet you!

About

In 2017, owner Henry Service bought the Historic Lincoln Building in the 18th & Vine Historic District in Kansas City, Missouri. This place was, and will be again, the hub of Black commerce in Kansas City.

The Corner lives inside of the Historic Lincoln Building, and the work to advance and support Black and Brown businesses is even more important now as small businesses in communities of color struggle greatly due to COVID-19, “a pandemic on top of a series of epidemics,” as businessman Robert F. Smith recently said. Beyond the public health impact of the pandemic, we know the economic impact is hitting first and hardest in communities of color. On both fronts, it is very sad for all involved. The Corner is working collaboratively to ensure these businesses do not disappear.

The Lincoln Building’s important history and legacy as the hub of Black business in Kansas City is coming alive again. Come find us at The Corner at 18th & Vine as we seek to serve as an economic development asset for the community and as an intentional part of the resurgence of the 18th & Vine Historic District.

 The Corner offers:

  • Office Space in One-Room Studios and Multi-Room Suites
  • Community and Networking Events
  • Community Website and Online Business Directory
  • Free and Convenient Off-Street Parking
  • Restaurant (The Corner Bar & Grill)
  • Event and Community Space
  • Conference Rooms
  • High-Speed WiFi

The Corner Bar & Grill

The Corner Bar & Grill is located within one of the Jazz District’s oldest, live, Jazz, Blues, and R&B, locations. We are dedicated to the preservation of Jazz, Blues, and R&B. Come out and enjoy the best live music in Kansas City! Like us on Facebook!