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The dungeon-like cells of the 1859 Jail housed thousands of prisoners including Frank James and William Clark Quantrill of Quantrill's Raiders .Both the Jail and the Marshal's HOme have been painstakingly resotred and boast a superb historical collection. The adjacent museum is filled with artifacts, photos and documents of the Civil War/frontier era.

Admission: $4 adults, $3.50 srs, $1 6-16
Hours: 10-4 Mon-Sat, 1-4 Sun, closed Jan & Feb.
Address: 217 N. Main
Phone: 816-252-1892

Come visit us in Independence, Missouri

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Harry S. Truman Courtroom and Office

Restored office courtroom used by Truman while gresiding judge of county court in 1930s. Sound and light show, "The Man from Independence," on Truman'

Independence, MO Museums

Mormon Visitors Center

Learn about the key roles Mormons played in the early and tempestuous history of Independence. See rare artifacts, exhibits and artwork documenting the history and belief of the Saints. Of particular note is a two story mural entitled "The Second Coming of Jesus Christ."

Independence, MO Museums

Harry S. Truman National Historic Site

Home of the 33rd President, Harry S. Truman, his wife Bess and daughter Margaret. During his presidency, the home at 219

Independence, MO Famous Homes

The Children's Peace Pavilion

The Children'

Independence, MO Museums

Pioneer Spring Cabin

Austere two-room cabin offers a look at life in the 1800

Independence, MO Museums

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1859 Jail , Marshal's Home and Museum

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Harry S. Truman Courtroom and Office

Mormon Visitors Center

Harry S. Truman National Historic Site

The Children's Peace Pavilion

Pioneer Spring Cabin

Things to do near Independence, MO

SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium

Walking Tour of Historic Parkville

Burr Oak Woods Nature Center

Paradise Pointe Golf Complex -Outlaw

E.H. Young Riverfront Park