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Vaile Mansion

1500 North Liberty Street, Independence, MO 64050
(816) 325-7430
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Ranked #2 of 19 attractions in Independence
Type: Historic Sites, Architectural Buildings
Most recent review
- 17 May 2013
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Liberty, Missouri
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15 reviews 15 reviews
7 attraction reviews
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

The tour of this beautiful Victorian home is amazing. The tour guides have a lot of knowledge and are very helpful in answering any questions. I've taken the tour a couple of times now. I love seeing the different themes. A must see when your visiting the area.

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Perth, Australia
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23 reviews 23 reviews
3 attraction reviews
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2013

An interesting building with a history worth knowing about. Some wonderful displays of period furniture and garments.

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Independence, Missouri, United States
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 January 2013

The volunteers have slaved to make this a most accurate home out of the past. Take the tour, It is very good

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Kansas City Missouri
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30 reviews 30 reviews
12 attraction reviews
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 December 2012

Every year it is decorated in a theme. This year along with the architecture of that era you enjoy Victorian Elegance and view antique gowns, clothing, dolls, and lifestyle of a family. Great ideas for decorating.

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Chaska, Minnesota
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 December 2012

Fantastic Christmas decorations. The guide was charming and very informative. I was very interested in the history of the house. Would have loved to see the third floor. But understand fire codes.

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Chicago
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37 reviews 37 reviews
16 attraction reviews
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 November 2012

This is an amazing 1880's home if you are a fan of Victorian furnishings and architecture. The guides throughout the house are very knowledgeable on both the owner of the home and the history of the home. We visited during the Fashionable Victorian Christmas - every single inch of the mansion is decorated in holiday trimmings.

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Kansas City, Missouri
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21 reviews 21 reviews
8 attraction reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2012

For those of you who love the Victorian Flair, this is a must see. Fantastic tour guides, take you through the multiple room mansion. Holidays are a must, it is decorated so beautifully. In June they have the Strawberry Festival. Fun for the whole family

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Gulf Shores, Alabama
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69 reviews 69 reviews
17 attraction reviews
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 September 2012

Hands down, this is one of the very best historic home tours! The tour guides are lively and knowledgeable about the home, the original owners, and history. Beautifully maintained home, furnishings, and grounds. This home tour proved to be fun for all ages with all of it's rich history and little secrets! The Strawberry Festival, which is held here, is... More

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Texas
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92 reviews 92 reviews
26 attraction reviews
47 helpful votes 47 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 June 2012

I really enjoyed touring this mansion (1881). The tour guide was friendly and informative. The mansion is fabulous! The only disappointment is that there are no original furnishings or fixtures. All was auctioned off.... what a shame.

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Salt Lake City, Utah
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47 reviews 47 reviews
30 attraction reviews
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 June 2012

I love to tour old homes and this is one of the prettiest old Victorian mansions I have seen. You can get a combo ticket with other interesting sites in Independence. It was well worth the time.

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