Parkville, Missouri is located on the Missouri River in Platte County and has a population of 5,554 residents. The city is known for its historic downtown with antique shops and art galleries. English Landing Park, set on the banks of the Missouri River is a popular area for recreation for residents. The city is home to Park University with an enrollment of 1,600 students locally along with 40 satellite locations in 21 states The popular Tom Watson designed National Golf Club of Kansas City sites on the north edge of the city.
It was recently announced that Parkville has received an award from the American Planning Association of Missouri. Parkville is the winner in the "Great Neighborhood" category and is said to be one of the Great Places in Missouri! It was chosen over other cities in the state because of it's quality of life, rapid economic growth, expanded amenities, diverse cultural interest, and community involvement. It was also noted that the preservation of the town's historic charm was also a winning factor. Congrats to Parkville!