Stilwell… As in Our Friends?

Oh look—The Stilwell Room!

We spotted the sign and had to check it out… any relation to Cody and Andrea!?! Downstairs we went and found a beautiful boardroom labeled “Arthur Stilwell.” Naturally, we asked: Who is that?? Time for a quick history detour…

Turns out Arthur Stilwell was a railroad visionary and entrepreneur who founded over 20 different railroads—including the Kansas City Southern Railway. He had big ideas, claimed he was guided by “voices,” and helped shape the growth of Kansas City. A little mysterious, a little brilliant—seems fitting he has a room named after him!Read more