Jazz, baseball and Negro history are all part of the experience at the 18th & Vine Historic District where you will find the Negro Leagues Baseball and the history of jazz music in Kansas City and beyond. You can say that this district is the heartbeat of a vibrant culture, providing visitors with the opportunity to get acquainted with legendary jazz and baseball big names like Charlie Parker, Count Basie, Lester Young, George and Julia Lee, Satchel Paige, James "Cool Papa" Bell, and Josh Gibson. The dynamic sights and sounds will come alive before your eyes.