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Home to hundreds of puppets and marionettes from around the world, including a Punch and Judy collection and puppets from the collection of Hazelle Rollins, creator and operator of the largest puppet manufacturing facility in the world, based in nearby Kansas City. Come enjoy making your own puppet and then staging an ipromptu on stage for your friends and family. Monthly puppet shows, a gift shop and puppetry resource library.

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

Pioneer Spring Cabin

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

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

Cool Crest Family Fun Center

The 7,000 sq. ft. arcade features video games and more for the whole family. Four beautiful 18

Independence, MO Recreation

Things to do near Independence, MO

Bingham-Waggoner Estate

You can almost hear the blazing guns of the Civil War and the rhymic clatter of wagon wheels echo through the grounds of this...

Family Golf Park

Course Access: Holes: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...

The Children's Peace Pavilion

The Children's Peace Pavilion is a one-of-a-kind, interactive museum designed to explore essential elements of peace using ha...

Clear Creek Golf Club

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...

Weston Bend State Park

Scattered picnic sites, open picnic shelter, enclosed shelter, playground and camping. Bird-watching, hiking/biking trail, s...