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Midwest Genealogy Center, Independence, MO

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Midwest Genealogy Center

Midwest Genealogy Center is a museum in Independence, MO, part of the Kansas City guide. Cost: free.

· Independence, MO

Why you should go…

The Midwest Genealogy Center is a branch of the Mid-Continent Public Library in Independence, Missouri, built specifically for family-history research. Its collection includes census, military, immigration, and local history records, along with computer terminals loaded with genealogy databases, all free to the public.

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What's around here?

The closest stops to Midwest Genealogy Center, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

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    Independence

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  • Museums
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    4.5 mi awayMore like this

  • Attractions
    Iconic

    Kauffman Stadium

    $25–$50

    Watch the Kansas City Royals play beside the outfield fountains, or tour the dugout and press box on a guided stadium tour.

    4.6 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Tours
    Iconic

    Arrowhead Stadium

    $50+

    Go behind the scenes at the Kansas City Chiefs' home on a guided tour of the locker room, field and press box.

    4.8 mi awaySwitch it up: Tours

  • Museums
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    Negro Leagues Baseball Museum

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