Gateway to Health
A community health fair with CPR, mental health, fitness for adults and kids, and health education. Free and open to the whole family.
Vernon Multipurpose Center serves Wyandotte County with programs, historical preservation, and a proud commitment to civic life.

Our Mission is to function as an outreach facility, serving citizens in the northeast area of Wyandotte County, Kansas City Kansas. The Center attempts to enhance the general physical well being of the community it serves.
Active programs and upcoming events at Vernon
A community health fair with CPR, mental health, fitness for adults and kids, and health education. Free and open to the whole family.
Guided tours of our historic exhibits honoring the legacy of Quindaro and the Underground Railroad.
Hands-on classes to learn how to use your new iPad 11. Reserve your spot before enrollment closes.
Hands-on training sessions taught by our digital equity team — every class is free for ADOPT 2.0 participants.
From the Colored School of Quindaro to today's community center

Est. 1858, National Register of Historic Places.
Education is the great equalizer, and this institution has served that mission for over 150 years.
Established in 1858 as the Colored School of Quindaro, our building has been a beacon of education and community gathering for generations of Black residents in northeast Kansas City.
Discover the heart of Vernon Multipurpose Center, and its rich history.
Dedicated community leaders guiding Vernon's mission

Helen Beteet
President

Help us continue serving our community
Your donation helps us maintain this historic space and expand our community programs.
Join our team of dedicated volunteers helping to serve our community every day.
Experience the history and become part of our continuing legacy of community service.