Why You Should Go...

Independence has played a critical role in shaping our nation's future, from pioneers to presidents. Located just minutes east of Kansas City, Independence offers several historical attractions close to downtown's historic square.

Home to President Harry Truman and the start of the Santa Fe, Oregon, and California hiking trails, Independence features 16 historical attractions, including the Harry S. Truman Museum and Library, the Truman Home, Victorian mansions, the National Frontier Trails Museum, 1859 Jail and Marshal's Home, wagon rides, and a variety of religious sites including the Mormon Visitors Center and the World Headquarters of the Fellowship of Christ.

Independence offers terrific shopping, antiques, great restaurants, numerous hotels and B&Bs, and various outdoor activities, including golf, tennis, parks, hiking trails, and Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World. For those researching their families, the Midwest Genealogy Center has state-of-the-art research areas and computer labs, one of the country's largest genealogy libraries.

For help with planning, sample itineraries, or free visitor guides, call 1-800-748-7323

Why You Should Go...

Independence has played a critical role in shaping our nation's future, from pioneers to presidents. Located just minutes east of Kansas City, Independence offers several historical attractions close to downtown's historic square.

Home to President Harry Truman and the start of the Santa Fe, Oregon, and California hiking trails, Independence features 16 historical attractions, including the Harry S. Truman Museum and Library, the Truman Home, Victorian mansions, the National Frontier Trails Museum, 1859 Jail and Marshal's Home, wagon rides, and a variety of religious sites including the Mormon Visitors Center and the World Headquarters of the Fellowship of Christ.

Independence offers terrific shopping, antiques, great restaurants, numerous hotels and B&Bs, and various outdoor activities, including golf, tennis, parks, hiking trails, and Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World. For those researching their families, the Midwest Genealogy Center has state-of-the-art research areas and computer labs, one of the country's largest genealogy libraries.

For help with planning, sample itineraries, or free visitor guides, call 1-800-748-7323

What You Should Know...

The Cable Dahmer Arena is home to the Kansas City Mavericks Central Hockey League team and opened in November 2009. The facility is available for tradeshows, concerts, conventions, and other events.