Start your Independence Tour at the historic Independence Square, where Harry Truman started his political carer and thousands began their trek west on the Santa Fe, Oregon and California Trials. Visitors and locals alike enjoy coming "uptown" for unique shopping, antique hunting and specialty dining. Take a horse-drawn wagon narrated history tour during the spring, summer and fall or hitch a ride in a sleigh during the holidays.
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 MuseumsLearn 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 MuseumsMultimedia 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'
Independence, MO MuseumsHome of the 33rd President, Harry S. Truman, his wife Bess and daughter Margaret. During his presidency, the home at 219
Independence, MO Famous HomesFounded in 1960, exhibits feature displays depicting life in Platte County from prehistoric days through WWII....
Lexington has more pre-Civil War homes and commercial buildings (over 135), per-capita, than any other community regardless ...
The Lafayette County Courthouse was built in 1847-49 and is the oldest courthouse in constant use west of the Mississippi. Li...
This is the most important and extensive exhibition of woven French silk tapestry ever shown in the world. On exhibit on a ro...
During America's expansion in the 1800s, three grat routes lead pioneers west - the Santa Fe, Oregon and Califoirnia Trails. ...