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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’s career.
Plan Your Visit
Getting There & Details
- Admission
- Price: $2 adults $1 srs & children
- Hours
- Season: Mar-Dec., Fri-Sat
- Address
- 112 W. Lexington (on the square)
- Phone
- 816-795-8200
- Map
- Get Directions →
Handicapped Accessible.
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Learn more →Upcoming Events
Events in Independence
Apr
21
Truman Birthday Celebration at the Truman Library
May
16
Strawberry Festival at Vaile Mansion
May
16
Annual Pontiac Tribute Day
May
30
Annual Rumble 4 Kids
Jun
6
Pre WWII Ford Concours D’Elegance Car Show
Jun
22–24
Celebrate Your Independence
Jun
27
Bingham-Waggoner Antique & Craft Fair
Jul
11
Vendor / Craft Show
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