Attraction
Chicago and Alton Depot
Built in 1879, the depot began to fall into disrepair after the last train ran thorugh in 1960. the structure was moved to its present location on the campus of the National Frontier Trails Center and has been completely restored to its working depot operation and the upstairs station master’s living quarters.
Plan Your Visit
Getting There & Details
- Admission
- free, donations accepted
- Hours
- call for days and hours of operation.
- Address
- 318 W. Pacific
- Phone
- 816-325-7955
- Map
- Get Directions →
While You're in Independence
More Things to Do
Bingham-Waggoner Estate
You can almost hear the blazing guns of the Civil War and the rhymic clatter…
Learn more →1859 Jail , Marshal’s Home and Museum
The dungeon-like cells of the 1859 Jail housed thousands of prisoners including Frank James and…
Learn more →Community of Christ World Headquarters
The Temple houses a museum and bookstore, a 1600 seaat sanctuary with a soaring spiral…
Learn more →1827 Log Courthouse
You'll be fascinated by the history that fills this rudimentary structure, which for four eyars…
Learn more →Upcoming Events
Events in Independence
Apr
21
Truman Birthday Celebration at the Truman Library
May
16
Strawberry Festival at Vaile Mansion
May
16
Annual Pontiac Tribute Day
May
30
Annual Rumble 4 Kids
Jun
6
Pre WWII Ford Concours D’Elegance Car Show
Jun
22–24
Celebrate Your Independence
Jun
27
Bingham-Waggoner Antique & Craft Fair
Jul
11
Vendor / Craft Show
Outdoors