Home to hundreds of puppets and marionettes from around the world, including a Punch and Judy collection and puppets from the collection of Hazelle Rollins, creator and operator of the largest puppet manufacturing facility in the world, based in nearby Kansas City. Come enjoy making your own puppet and then staging an ipromptu on stage for your friends and family. Monthly puppet shows, a gift shop and puppetry resource library.
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 MuseumsRestored 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 MuseumsAustere two-room cabin offers a look at life in the 1800
Independence, MO MuseumsRecognized 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 MuseumsA total of 777 camping sites are available for tent and RV camping at Smithville Lake. Clay County Parks and the City of Smit...
Family fun and recreation that includes an 18-hole miniature golf course, driving range, batting cages, arcade and snack bar....
Watch baseball played at preprofessional level by youth 16 through college age. Call for game schedule....
Exhibits on President Truman, Dale Carnegie, and Carry A. Nation, including the horse-drawn hearse used to transport Carry's ...
Dazzling riverboat casino with over 1,100 slots and table games. Three unique restaurants, banquet and meeting facilites....