Location: Independence
Top Things to do in Independence
What to do and see in Independence, Missouri (MO): The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
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. Leila's Hair Museum
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5.0 based on 37 reviews
What's so unusual about this museum that displays antique jewelry and pictures? All items are made of human hair and are authentic antiques at least one hundred years old.
Reviewed By 707leaha - Saint Louis, United States
We went sept 2019 and it was a lot of fun! There is so much history in there and new things to learn about. It’s a must see to stop in there!!
2. Harry S. Truman Library and Museum
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5.0 based on 1,421 reviews
Temporarily Closed
Reviewed By JamesT5733
Stopped here while passing through Independence, Missouri. Found the collection of documents and objects from the life of President Truman to be truly outstanding, giving great insights into every phase of his life. His tomb is also on site in the building's courtyard. Highly recommend spending a couple hours here for anyone interested in American history.
3. 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
4. Bingham Waggoner Mansion & Estate
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5.0 based on 291 reviews
Reviewed By H1151HNmaryn
The home is beautifully decorated for Christmas, and the home's working piano and organ were heard playing as we toured the home. Ben was a wonderful tour guide, especially for the children in the group, and answered all our questions with equal enthusiasm.
5. National Frontier Trails Museum
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4.5 based on 195 reviews
Museum specializing in information about the historic trails that pioneers took westward.
Reviewed By JamesT5733
Great small museum telling the history of the Lewis and Clark expedition as well as the Oregon, California, Santa Fe and Mormon Trails. Good informative video in the beginning to give context, followed by exhibits on each of the major frontier trails and their role in American history. Lots of period artifacts as well as maps and photographs to put everything in perspective. Highly recommend for anyone interested in American History.
6. Pharaoh Cinema 4
7. Chicago & Alton Railroad Depot
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By jennycQ5505ZU - Ozawkie, United States
The station has been restored beautifully and is packed with artifacts. Our tour guide is a train-lover and a wealth of information about trains and train history in general as well as the specific history of this station.
8. Vaile Mansion
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4.5 based on 154 reviews
Reviewed By JD400 - Kansas City, United States
We took the Christmas tour with Don. He was extremely helpful and informative. It’s a great hidden gem!
9. Cable Dahmer Arena
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4.5 based on 162 reviews
The Silverstein Eye Centers Arena is a mid-size arena located just 20 minutes from downtown Kansas City. The venue opened in 2009 and has since become a premier destination for live entertainment and sports. The arena is currently home to two professional sports teams. The Missouri Mavericks, members of the ECHL and Kansas City's only pro hockey club. Also the Missouri Comets, members of the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL) and Kansas City's only pro indoor soccer club. Artists such as Ariana Grande, Bruno Mars, Kelly Clarkson, Alan Jackson, Chris Tomlin, Zac Brown Band, The Band Perry, Hillsong, The Fray, Chris Young, Lee Brice and many more have performed at the IEC! Located right next to the arena is the Centerpoint Community Ice Rink. This is one of the finest ice skating facilities in the Midwest offering year-round ice sports training, recreational youth/adult hockey leagues, figure skating, learn-to-skate classes and much more!
Reviewed By DustinK1 - Kansas City, United States
We attended a Mavericks hockey game over the weekend. The venue is clean and easy to find your way around. The staff was very helpful and friendly. There are family restrooms near every main restroom which is helpful when attending an event with small children. I would recommend this venue. The parking was free and very easy to get in and out of as well.
10. 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.
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