Celebrate Your Independence
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Activities on Independence Square include:
July 1 - Sidewalk sales, live music, moonlight movies.
July 2 - Happy Hours, Bowling, Sidewalk sales continue.
July 3 - 9 a.m. Children's parade, Free face painting at Pharaoh parking lot 10 a.m.-noon by Primary Colors Gallery; Gilbert Whitney, 104 N. Liberty, cookie decorating 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; "Grill Secrets to Success: 1-2 p.m. Free by Executive Chef, Marshall Roth; in Pharaoh parking lot, UpDog Exrpess Cart; watermelon seed contest 11 a.m. Winner wins "Square Packet "( 4 movie passes, $20 gift card, free bowling pass and more); and pie eating contest 11:30 a.m., also wins "Square Packet".
Enjoy a huge fireworks display at the Mormon Visitors Center beginning at dusk (approx (9:15 p.m.) on July 3rd, after an 8:30 p.m. concert by the Spirit of Independence Concert Band. Mormon Visitors Center, 937 W. Walnut
Celebrate Your Independence
Phone : 816-325-7860 (Always call and confirm events.)
Web: www.newindependencesquare.com
Independence Day
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Mormon Visitors Center
Learn about the key roles Mormons played in the early and tempestuous history of Independence. See rare artifacts, exhibits and artwork documenting the history and belief of the Saints. Of particular note is a two story mural entitled "The Second Coming of Jesus Christ."
Independence, MO MuseumsHarry S. Truman Courtroom and Office
Restored office courtroom used by Truman while gresiding judge of county court in 1930s. Sound and light show, "The Man from Independence," on Truman'
Independence, MO MuseumsCool Crest Family Fun Center
The 7,000 sq. ft. arcade features video games and more for the whole family. Four beautiful 18
Independence, MO RecreationPioneer Spring Cabin
Austere two-room cabin offers a look at life in the 1800
Independence, MO MuseumsVaile Victorian Mansion
Recognized as one of the finest examples of Victorian architecture in the US, this opulent 1881 estate boasted coveniences such as flushing toilets, a built in 6,000 gallon water tank and a 48,000 gallon wine celler. This 31-room mansion includes 9
Independence, MO Museums