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Harry S. Truman Library and Museum
Ollie #1 of 14 attractions in Independence
5 of 5 stars 98 reviews
Exhibits and archives relating to Truman's life and administration.
Attraction type  History Museums; Libraries; Speciality Museums
Distance  1.2 km from city centre
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Truman Home
Ollie #2 of 14 attractions in Independence
4.5 of 5 stars 42 reviews
Home of Harry S. Truman and his wife, which she bequeathed to the National Park Service in 1982.
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  0.7 km from city centre
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Vaile Mansion
Ollie #3 of 14 attractions in Independence
4.5 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings
Distance  1.6 km from city centre
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Independence Square
Ollie #4 of 14 attractions in Independence
4 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Sites
Distance  0.1 km from city centre
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National Frontier Trails Museum
Ollie #5 of 14 attractions in Independence
4 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Owner description: This center, established in 1990, uses voice recordings of the early pioneers' diaries and letters to depict their lives and hardships as they...... more » Owner description: This center, established in 1990, uses voice recordings of the early pioneers' diaries and letters to depict their lives and hardships as they traveled west. « less
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  0.8 km from city centre
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Chicago & Alton Railroad Depot
Ollie #6 of 14 attractions in Independence
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  0.8 km from city centre
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Fleming Park
Ollie #7 of 14 attractions in Independence
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  11.5 km from city centre
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Pioneer Tails Adventures
Ollie #8 of 14 attractions in Independence
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  0.0 km from city centre
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Jail, Marshal's Home & Museum
Ollie #9 of 14 attractions in Independence
3.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Site where Jackson County Historical Society researches, preserves and exhibits law enforcement papers and objects from 1859 to 1882.
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Speciality Museums
Distance  0.0 km from city centre
Independence Events Center
Ollie #10 of 14 attractions in Independence
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Convention Centres
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Leila's Hair Museum
Ollie #11 of 14 attractions in Independence
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Owner description: What's so unusual about this museum that displays antique jewelry and pictures? All items are made of human hair and are authentic antiques at least...... more » Owner description: What's so unusual about this museum that displays antique jewelry and pictures? All items are made of human hair and are authentic antiques at least one hundred years old. « less
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  1.8 km from city centre
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Merrill J. Mattes Research Library & Archives
This library, located near the National Frontier Trails Center, houses original diaries, letters and maps of the early pioneers.
Attraction type  Libraries
Distance  0.8 km from city centre
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Children's Peace Pavilion
A hands-on children's museum and non-sectarian program of Community of Christ church.
Attraction type  Children’s Museums
Distance  1.1 km from city centre
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National Frontier Trail Center
Museum specializing in information about the historic trails that pioneers took westward.
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  0.0 km from city centre
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