Tom Pendergast: Boss of Kansas City's Corrupt Machine
Date/Time
2/27/2025
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Central
Event Type(s)
Leavenworth
Arts & Culture
Community
Event Description

Program Type:

 Genealogy & Local History, Performer

Age Group: 

Adults

Program Description

Event Details

Between the 1926 and 1939, political machine boss Thomas J. Pendergast exerted tremendous influence over almost every facet of political, business and cultural life in Kansas City. Historical re-enactor Bill Nicks gives a first-hand account of how Pendergast skirted the law to control the city, as well as his involvement in getting Harry S. Truman elected as President.

Location
Leavenworth Public Library
417 Spruce St.
Leavenworth, KS
UNITED STATES

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