The Sikh community in Kansas City dates from the 1960s. The community was formed with only five families and originally met every Sunday in the homes of members. The community continued to operate out of private homes until 1978, when members began renting buildings on Sundays in order to accommodate the expansion of their community. Finally, in 1989, the Kansas City Sikhs completed a gurdwara (Sikh place of worship), where they continue to worship today.