Holidays in Independence, Missouri

Independence, Missouri

November

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Annual Messiah Performance - Independence - Start your holiday in style. Hear the 300-voice choir sing the beloved Messiah that tells of the wonderful Christmas story. ... more on Annual Messiah Performance
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Holiday Open House and Lighting of Independence Square Courthouse - Independence - The festivities will begin with the arrival of jolly old St. Nick himself in a horse drawn sleigh. The rest of the day will include school choirs, a ... more on Holiday Open House and Lighting of Independence Square Courthouse
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Vaile Victorian Christmas Tour - Independence - Elegant Victorian Christmas will honor yuletides past with profusions of garlands, ribbons, fruit and flowers. Friday after Thanksgiving through Dece ... more on Vaile Victorian Christmas Tour
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Holiday Lighting - Independence - Thousands of lights, festive decorations with opening ceremony the weekend after Thanksgiving through December. Elder Steve Nelson Director. ... more on Holiday Lighting

December

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Celebration of Trees - Independence - Celebrate Christmas by viewing four 8-ft. trees and one 18-ft. tree all decorated in international themes of peace. ... more on Celebration of Trees

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."

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Harry 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'

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Vaile 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

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National Frontier Trails Center

During America's expansion in the 1800

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Truman Presidential Museum and Library

Multimedia and interactive exhibits on Truman Presidency. Artifacts and materials from Truman Administration. Oval Ofice reproduction. White House gallery. President and Mrs. Truman's gravesites in courtyard. Film on Truman presidency by award winning filmmaker Charles Guggenheim. Children'

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Independence, Missouri

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Attractions and Upcoming Events

Mormon Visitors Center

Harry S. Truman Courtroom and Office

Vaile Victorian Mansion

National Frontier Trails Center

Truman Presidential Museum and Library

Things to do near Independence, MO

Argosy Riverside Casino

James A. Reed Memorial Wildlife Area

historic Independence Square

Battle of Lexington State Historic Site

Harry S. Truman Courtroom and Office