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Plan your next meeting in a place where legends called home and legacies live on. Independence, Missouri, located 20 minutes east of Kansas City, is in the heart of our nation’s history. Visitors will discover storied landmarks, iconic barbecue, outdoor adventure, and one-of-a-kind entertainment, with plenty of space for meetings of all sizes. LOCATION Independence, located in Jackson County, Missouri, is approximately 11 miles east of Kansas City, MO; 150 miles northwest of Jefferson City, MO; 72 miles east of Topeka, KS; and 195 miles south of Des Moines, IA.
HOTELS Drury Inn & Suites
4,099
Hilton Garden Inn
11,600
Stoney Creek Hotel
17,720
Comfort & Holiday Inn
300
CIT Y-OWNED Farmers Market
5,500
BASIC STATS
TRIVIA
CLAIMS TO FAME
Truman Memorial Building
10,600
POPULATION
NICKNAME
Former US President Harry S. Truman
Palmer Center
14,316
Sermon Center
10,000
Former First Lady Bess Truman
George Owens
2,616
Actress Ginger Rogers
Cable Dahmer
180,380
Professional baseball player Albert Pujols
Community of Christ
250,000
Artist and politician George Caleb Bingham
Ophelia’s
1,600
Courthouse Exchange
900
121,000
Queen City of the Trails
TIME ZONE
Central
SISTER CITY
Higashimuryama, Japan
AVERAGE YEARLY RAINFALL
39”
LARGEST FESTIVAL
SantaCaliGon Days
AVERAGE NUMBER OF DAYS WITH SUNSHINE
MOST OFFBEAT ATTRACTION
216
Leila’s Hair Museum
AIRPORT
Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
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ARENAS/AUDITORIUMS
RESTAURANTS
OTHER Midwest Genealogy Center
15,000
Innovation Building
3,300
The Delaware
2,900
The Pavilion
10,000
VAILE MANSION
BINGHAM-WAGGONER ESTATE
HISTORY & CULTURE In Independence, visitors can immerse themselves in rich history and heartland heritage. The story of America has deep roots here. Embark on a covered wagon tour with Pioneer Trails Adventures to retrace the steps of the brave pioneers who started their westward journey in Independence. Learn the story of America’s 33rd president, whose legacy lives on like never before at the updated Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum. Explore the outdoors and discover something new along our variety of walking trails, including the African-American Historic Sites of Independence, Missouri Mormon Walking Trail, Civil War Sites of Independence, and the spooky Paranormal Path. After you work up an appetite, chow down on Kansas City-style barbecue at a variety of local restaurants and indulge in a glass of homemade root beer at Mugs-Up Drive In. Then, explore the Historic Independence Square, where one-of-a-kind shopping, flavorful dining and a local winery and brewery surround the Historic Truman Courthouse for an all-in-one adventure.
TRUMAN HOME
FEATURED ATTRACTIONS From pioneers to presidents, Independence is home to more than a dozen unique attractions. Our historic city is the hometown of President Harry S. Truman as well as the jumping off point for the western movement. Enjoy visiting the Truman Library and Home, the 1859 Jail, the National Frontier Trails Museum, historic homes, and world-renowned religious sites. Come experience local shopping and dining on the Square and an MISL soccer game, an ECHL hockey game, or a CIF arena football game at the Cable Dahmer Arena.
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Marshal’s Home & Museum Bingham-Waggoner Estate Cable Dahmer Arena Chicago & Alton Depot Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum
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National Historic Site (Truman Home) Historic Independence Square Independence Center National Frontier Trails Museum Vaile Mansion
WHAT’S TRENDING TRUMAN LIBRARY RENOVATION
THE INDEPENDENCE SQUARE
The Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum is undergoing a $30 million renovation, set for completion in spring 2021. When complete, the library will boast a 3,000-square-foot addition with a new front entrance and lobby, as well as completely new and reimagined museum exhibits.
The Square is as alive and well today as it was in the days of pioneers. As the cultural hub of our city, visitors can shop, dine, and experience history all in one place. The Square plays host to several popular events each year, including SantaCaliGon Days, one of the largest annual festivals in the Kansas City area.
CABLE DAHMER ARENA
The arena is home to the Kansas City Mavericks professional hockey team. The venue boasts plenty of sporting and entertainment events throughout the year and has hosted acts such as Billie Eilish and Adam Sandler. It’s near I-70, as well as plenty of shopping, dining, and hotel accommodations. 4
KC SPORTS
The 2020 Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs and 2015 World Champion Kansas City Royals both play at the nearby Truman Sports Complex. Located off of I-70 and I-435, Independence is mere miles from world-class professional sports.
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