Valentine in Kansas City in Jackson County, Missouri — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)

Historic Flaven/Browne Building Complex

Photographed By Michael W. Kruse, July 26, 2015

1. Historic Flaven/Browne Building Complex Marker

Inscription. Built in 1901 by Irish immigrants, Edward and Mary Flavin to continue their established Flavin Grocery. The upper loft was their residence. In 1917, the grocery passed to their daughter and son-in-law Margaret & James M. (Jim) Browne, Sr. The name was changed to J. R. Browne Grocery. In 1957, the grocery passed to grandson, James R. (Bob) Browne, Jr., and his wife Marjorie. In 1981, the store began operation as Browne's Market by great-granddaughter, Kerry Browne and partner, John McClain. The three building complex, owned by grandson, Edward J. Browne and Mrs. James R. (Bob) Browne, Jr., was designated as and historic landmark in 1983. The Flavin/Browne tradition continues to flourish.

Erected 1983 by Native Sons and Daughters of Greater Kansas City.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. In addition, it is included in the Kansas City - Native Sons and Daughters of Greater Kansas City series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1901.

Location. 39° 4.053′ N, 94° 35.557′ W. Marker is in Kansas City, Missouri, in Jackson County. It is in Valentine. Marker is at the intersection of Pennsylvania Ave. and 33rd Steet, on the left when traveling west on Pennsylvania Ave.. On the wall of the

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building to the right of the front door on 33rd St. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3300 Pennsylvania Ave, Kansas City MO 64111, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. National Headquarters Memorial (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); VFW Centennial Plaza (about 600 feet away); Citizen - Soldier (about 700 feet away); Queen Anne Row Houses (approx. 0.4 miles away); Hostess Brands (approx. half a mile away); Southland Hotel (approx. half a mile away); Charles Carroll Spalding (approx. 0.6 miles away); Spanish-American War / Philippine Insurrection / China Relief Expedition Monument (approx. 0.7 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Kansas City.

Photographed By Michael W. Kruse, July 26, 2015

2. Historic Flaven/Browne Building Complex Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on February 10, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 26, 2015, by Michael W. Kruse of Kansas City, Missouri. This page has been viewed 325 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 26, 2015, by Michael W. Kruse of Kansas City, Missouri. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.