Location: Independence
Top Things to do in Independence
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Independence, Missouri (MO)
Independence is the fifth-largest city in the U.S. state of Missouri. It lies within Jackson County, of which it is the county seat. Independence is a satellite city of Kansas City, Missouri, and is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area. In 2010, it had a total population of 116,830.
Restaurants in Independence
1. Midwest Genealogy Center
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5.0 based on 63 reviews
The Midwest Genealogy Center, the largest free-standing public genealogy library in the United States, is one of the nation's preeminent destinations for researching family history, providing access to almost three-quarter of a million on-site materials, as well as free online resources. Midwest Genealogy Center features 52,000 square feet of space to house all of the free resources and technology needed to research family history whether one's relatives originated in the Midwest or across an ocean. Part of Mid-Continent Public Library, The Center offers free access to microfilm sources, microfiche records, books, directories, and online resources seven days a week and offers free classes and programs throughout the year. MGC is open to the public seven days a week and closed on select holidays
2. Independence Square
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4.5 based on 238 reviews
Reviewed By 958victoriag
The historical sites. The square is looking good much better than the run down look it previously had going on. There is a lot of history here and needs preserved.
3. Independence Visitors' Center
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4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By Acmills2
Very nice and inviting visitor center. A lot of interactive exhibits that were fun for the kids and very informative of the early days of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. There we plenty of kind people there to help answer questions. I would recommend a visit.
4. The Noland Home
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4.5 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By DanG416 - Atlanta, United States
When you visit the Truman home, be sure to walk just across the street to visit the displays in the Noland Home and watch the charming film of Margaret Truman interviewing her parents.
5. Community of Christ International Headquarters Temple and Auditorium
6. Church of Christ - Temple Lot
7. Waterfall Park
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4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By pvsmith2016 - Blue Springs, United States
The walking path around Bass Pro is spectacular. Yesterday we saw a giant crane and a snake about six feet long in this little pond. Plenty of ducks and geese. This is a great place to enjoy the outdoors on a beautiful day. And if you get too hot or hungry, stop in one of the restaurants that go near this path at Bass Pro or Los Cabos.
8. Little Blue Trace Trail
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4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Toyota1994 - Chicago, United States
Little Blue Trace Trail in Independence is an awesome trail for riding a bike. The trail is 15.6 miles long running mostly north-south next to Little Blue River. A few miles of the south section (south of Hartman Heritage Center Trailhead, near Mile 10) are concrete paved, and the rest is hard-packed smooth gravel maintained very well. The trail traverses a variety of vegetation including shady forests, restorative prairie, and meadows. The trail basically follows the Little Blue River, and in fact at some it is very close to the river. Several rest benches and picnic tables are provided along the trail, almost every two miles. There are occasional historical markers of interest, also. Watch for water puddles and muck on the trail under wet conditions. Little Blue Trace Trail is a beautiful bike ride all the way through! It is also a great place birding.
9. The Truman Courthouse
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4.0 based on 43 reviews
Come tour the Historic Truman Courthouse, which was originally built in 1838. See where Harry S Truman began his political career! Tours given Tuesday-Friday at 11AM and 2PM. Groups larger than 10 should reserve a tour in advance.
10. Independence Center
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 15 reviews
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