historic Independence Square

Start yoru Independence Tour at the historic Independence Square, where Harry Truman started his political carer and thousands began their trek west on the Santa Fe, Oregon and California Trials. Visitors and locals alike enjoy coming “uptown” for unique shopping, antique hunting and specialty dining. Take a horse-drawn wagon narrated history tour during the spring, summer and fall or hitch a ride in a sleigh during the holidays.

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More Things to Do

Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Bingham-Waggoner Estate

You can almost hear the blazing guns of the Civil War and the rhymic clatter…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

1859 Jail , Marshal’s Home and Museum

The dungeon-like cells of the 1859 Jail housed thousands of prisoners including Frank James and…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Chicago and Alton Depot

Built in 1879, the depot began to fall into disrepair after the last train ran…

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

1827 Log Courthouse

You'll be fascinated by the history that fills this rudimentary structure, which for four eyars…

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