-- PLEASE NOTE SHAWNEE TOWN 1929 IS OPEN! MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ANYONE OVER THE AGE OF 5 -- Take step back into a 1920s' farm community at Shawnee Town 1929! Paying homage to the city of Shawnee's historical roots, this living history museum focuses on track farming and everything small town in the 1920s. Offering p...
The Dole Institute, a vibrant forum for civil discourse, civic engagement, and idea exchange across the political spectrum, features historical archives, exhibits, and public programs for all ages. Inspired by the public service of native Kansan, veteran, legislator, and statesman Senator Bob and his wife Senator Elizabe...
Kemper Outdoor Education Center is the office for the Historic Sites and Outdoor Education Division of Jackson County Parks + Rec. It is nestled in the Fleming Park on the east side of Lake Jacomo, the Kemper Outdoor Education Center is a great place for kids and kids at heart to have fun and explore the outdoors. The site...
Kansas City Automotive Museum features more than 30 cars and motorcycles in a 12,000 square foot display space. The Museum also highlights significant Kansas City automotive history such as 1965 Le Mans winner Masten Gregory (the “Kansas City Flash”), the Ford Winchester Plant, Greenlease Cadillac, and many more. Along with...
The Kansas City Museum has acquired more than 300 Kansas City-made garments and accessories from the Historic Garment District Museum, which was founded and opened in 2002 by Ann Brownfield and Harvey Fried. Ann and Harvey operated the museum since its opening with public hours on Saturdays and special tours by appointment....
Jackson County Parks + Rec is one of the Midwest's premier park systems and we are making it even more convenient for you to take advantage of the many wonderful things that make our county a destination all its own. Three world-class lakes, two public beaches, miles of hiking and biking trails, premier sports facilities, s...
*Last suggested admission time is 3:30 pm to allow adequate time to tour the village. Closed: Nov 25-28, Dec 24-26, Dec 31-Jan 1 Experience the sights, sounds, and smells of a small Missouri town on the eve of the Civil War. Missouri Town is a living history museum with more than 25 buildings dating from 1822 – 1860 spread across nearly 30 picturesque acres.
Explore a world of sights, sounds and attractions for the whole family. Browse an eclectic mix of shops and boutiques. Taste flavors from around the world at a wide variety of unique restaurants and cafes. Gather fresh and imported ingredients, bulk spices and more from specialty grocers and produce stands. Visit the region...
Advanced reservations are required. Timed-entry tickets may be purchased at TrumanLibrary.org. One of only 14 U.S. Presidential Libraries, the Harry S. Truman Library and Museum's exhibits chronicle the Missourian's private life and political career -- with exhibits depicting his most difficult decisions like using the a...
Step back in time and experience the lives of the men and women who secured the American Frontier at Fort Osage National Historic Landmark. Built in 1808, under the direction of William Clark of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, Fort Osage served a dual roles as both a military garrison and a trade center. Today, authen...