Fort Osage ;
Historic fort overlooking Missouri River. First U.S. outpost in Louisiana Purchase. visitkc.com
Harry S. Truman Library And Museum
Celebrating Harry Truman's 125th birthday in 2009, the Truman Library & Museum recounts the life of America's 33rd president. One of only 13 U.S. Presidential Libraries, the museum's t... visitkc.com
National Frontier Trails Museum
The National Frontier Trails Museum is the only museum in the nation devoted to the three great western routes: the Santa Fe, Oregon and California Trails. Located in Independence, MO,... visitkc.com
1859 Jail, Marshal's Home & Museum
The dungeon-like cells of the 1859 Jail housed thousands of prisoners during the bloodiest time in Jackson County?s history, including Frank James and William Clark Quantrill. Looking ... visitkc.com
Leila's Hair Museum
The only hair museum in the United States has a unique collection of more than 400 hair wreaths made of human hair dating before 1900, as well as two reliquaries containing the hair... citysearch.com
Jesse James Farm & Museum
Birthplace of Jesse James. Tour consists of 20 minute film, three galleries of artifacts and guided tour of the original 1822 cabin. Admission fee. Open year round: May-Sept 9-4 daily;... visitkc.com
Vaile Mansion
If you and your grandchildren enjoy touring opulent, historic homes, you should not miss the Vaile Mansion in Independence. This beautiful Victorian home has exquisite architectural... citysearch.com
Puppetry Arts Institute
Museum, workshops, puppet shows, birthday parties, puppet appraisal, repair, restringing, puppet research library and gift shop. Capacities: children's party 20 ppl, adult meetings 40 ... visitkc.com
Chicago And Alton Depot
The Depot was built in 1879. It was moved to its current location and restored during the decade from 1992 to 2002. The two-story depot contains three rooms on the first floor which ar... visitkc.com
Watkins Woolen Mill State Park And State Historic Site
A 100-acre lake with a paved bicycle path around it, plentiful fishing, a picturesque campground and choice picnic spots make Watkins Mill State Park an ideal place for an afterno... mostateparks.com
Children's Peace Pavilion
Captures the challenge of building peace through a fantastic array of interactive, hands-on exhibits and activities. Children delight at the sights, sounds and colors of this DO-TOUCH ... visitkc.com
Blue Springs Historical Society/ Dillingham-lewis Museum
The Dillingham-Lewis Museum in Blue Springs, Missouri, was built in 1906 and is the only structure in Blue Springs constructed of native limestone. The house is named after two familie... visitkc.com
Lexington Historical Museum
Lexington has more than 120 pre-Civil War homes and buildings, more than any other community in the state of Missouri. Tour historic homes and Battle of Lexington battlefield, visit th... visitkc.com
Clay County Museum & Historical Society
Located on historic Liberty Square, the museum has a wonderful collection of 19th-century Clay County artifacts. visitkc.com
Jesse James Bank Museum
Site of the first U.S. daylight, peacetime bank robbery. Located on the northeast corner of the historic Liberty Square. Admission charged. Open 10am-4pm Mon.-Sat. visitkc.com
Bingham-waggoner House And Estate
The Bingham-Waggoner Estate is recognized today as one of the most significant historical sites in western Missouri because of its role in the history of the area and the people that l... visitkc.com
Mormon Visitors Center, The Church Of Jesus Christ/l.d.s.
Tours present the basic beliefs of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, including the teachings of Jesus about the purpose of life and the importance of families, and the h... visitkc.com