Heaton-Bowman-Smith Funeral Home Museum

The oldest continuous operating business in the city of St. Joseph and the oldest funeral home in the state of Missouri. Of special interest is the wicker body basket used in the transport of Jesse James.

Getting There & Details

Admission
Price: Free. ( Call prior to arrival)
Hours
Season: Year-round.
Address
3609 Frederick Blvd.
Phone
816-232-3355
Map
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Handicapped Accessible.

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