Kansas City Fountain Tours began with a personal challenge: to visit and learn about all 200+ fountains in Kansas City within a single year. After 25 years in the deserts of Phoenix, I came home and rediscovered what makes this city so special — its fountains. Each one told a story, and I wanted to learn them all.
What started as a solo mission quickly became something more. Friends and family joined in. Curiosity turned into passion. That passion turned into Kansas City Fountain Tours — a joyful way to share this city’s beauty with others.
The Origin Story
After spending more than two decades in the desert of Phoenix, I returned home to Kansas City and rediscovered what makes this city so special — its fountains. My first rediscovery was the Meyer Circle Seahorse Fountain, and from there, I was hooked.
On weekends, I’d get in my car and just drive — hoping to get lost, hoping to stumble upon a fountain, and hoping to reconnect with my sense of curiosity. Fountain by fountain, the stories started to unfold. Before I knew it, I was on a mission to learn them all.
How It Became a Tour Company
Our mission is to celebrate and protect Kansas City’s rich fountain culture — and to turn every guest into a Fountain Fanbassador.
These tours aren’t just about sightseeing. They’re about falling in love with Kansas City through its fountains and carrying that love forward. Our goal is for you to leave with a head full of history, a heart full of KC pride, and stories you’ll be excited to share.
Our Mission
We believe Kansas City is one of the most unique and beautiful cities in the country — and we’re here to prove it, one fountain at a time. By uplifting our city’s landmarks, stories, and small business community, we help spark pride in both visitors and locals alike.
What Makes the Tours Special
Each tour is carefully researched and thoughtfully curated. No two experiences are exactly alike. Every fountain stop is chosen for its beauty, historical significance, cultural meaning, or the quirky story that makes it unforgettable.
Along the way, I love sharing the little Kansas City gems — a tucked-away mural, a building with a story, or a local business that deserves a shout-out. It’s all part of experiencing the city like a local.
Why It Matters
Kansas City is one of the most unique and beautiful cities in the country — and we’re here to prove it, one fountain at a time. By highlighting the city’s landmarks, stories, and neighborhoods, Kansas City Fountain Tours helps spark pride in visitors and locals alike.
About Your Guide
Hi, I’m Lori.
If you can’t find me, I’m probably fountain hunting.
My background spans education, curriculum development, and information technology — careers built around curiosity, storytelling, and helping people learn. No matter the role, I’ve always believed learning should feel welcoming, engaging, and a little fun.
Kansas City Fountain Tours brings all of that together — my love of this city, my passion for history and exploration, and my joy in sharing meaningful experiences with others.
I’m also a proud mom, a dog rescue enthusiast, a library-lover, an adventurous home cook, and a lifelong Kansas Citian at heart. You’ll often hear that enthusiasm spill into my tours — especially when it comes to Kansas City pride and Chiefs season.
Come walk, ride, and discover the City of Fountains — and leave a proud Fountain Fanbassador yourself.
