Harry S. Truman Birthplace State Historic Site

Only Missourian elected U.S. President was born here May 8, 1884. He was the 33rd President, serving 1945-53. Six-room frame structure was built 1880-1882.

Getting There & Details

Admission
Donations
Hours
Open year-round
Address
2 mi. E. of U.S. Hwy 71, one block off Hwy 160
Phone
417-682-2279
Map
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More Things to Do

Let it unfold.

Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.

Lamar Aquatic Park

Southwest Missouri's most exciting water park. Features: 5-story slide, indoor and outdoor pool, and more.

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Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Historic Plaza Theatre

This recently restored theatre offers art and culture along with weekly entertainment.

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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

Lamar Country Club

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes

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Let the road decide.

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

Barton County Historical Society

You can look for family history or just explore the history of Barton County here.

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