HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS / HISTORIC SITES
Kansas Historic Sites
Grinter Place
Kansas State Historic Site
1420 South 78th Street
Kansas City, KS
913-262-0867
Lanesfield School History Site
187th and Dillie Road
Edgerton, KS
913-893-6645
Mahaffie Farmstead & Stagecoach Stop
1100 Kansas City Road
Olathe, KS
913-971-5111
www.olatheks.org/Visitors/Mahaffie
Mound City Historic Park
700 Main Street
Mound City, KS
913-795-2202
Old Shawnee Town
Cody Street
Shawnee, KS
913-248-2360
Shawnee Indian Mission
Kansas State Historic Site
3403 West 53rd Street
Fairway, KS
913-262-0867
Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site
1515 SE Monroe Street
Topeka, KS 785-354-4273
Constitution Hall State Historic Site
319 Elmore Street
Lecompton, KS 785-887-6520
Dunn's Landing
4553 Ohio Road
Wellsville, KS 785-242-6250
The Great Overland Station
701 North Kansas Avenue
Topeka, KS 785-232-5533
Kansas State Capitol Dome Tours
6425 SW Sixth Avenue
Topeka, KS 785-8681
Midland Railway Excursions
Baldwin City, KS 785-594-6982
Toll free 800-651-0388
Old Prairie Town at Ward Meade
124 NW Fillmore
Topeka, KS 785-368-3888
Missouri Historic Sites
Alexander Majors Historic House and Park
8201 State Line Road
Kansas City, MO
816-333-5556
www.geocities.com/sary2k/HomePgOne.html
Battle of Lexington State Historic Site
1300 North John Shea Drive
Lexington, MO
660-259-4654
www.mostateparks.com/lexington
Bingham-Waggoner Estate
313 W. Pacific
Independence, MO
816-461-3491
Broadway Baptist Church & Faces of Jesus Gallery
3931 Washington Street
Kansas City, MO
816-561-3274
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
416 West 12th Street
Kansas City, MO
816-842-0416
Cave Spring Historic Site & Nature Center
8701 E. Gregory Boulevard
Kansas City, MO
816-358-CAVE
Children's Peace Pavilion
1001 West Walnut
Independence, MO
826-521-3033
Clay County Library & Archives
210 East Franklin
Liberty, MO
816-781-3611
Confederate Memorial State Historic Site
211 West First Street
Higginsville, MO
660-584-2853
www.mostateparks.com/confedmem.htm
Fort Osage National Historic Landmark
105 Osage Street
Sibley, MO
816-650-5737
Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral
415 West 13th Street
Kansas City, MO
816-474-8260
Harris-Kearney Home & Westport Historical Society
4000 Baltimore
Kansas City, MO
816-561-1821
Harry S. Truman National Historic Site
223 North Main Street
Independence, MO
816-254-9929
Harry S. Truman Courtroom & Office
112 W. Lexington Street
Independence, MO
816-252-7454
Historical Pharis Farm
NE of Liberty
Clay County, MO
816-628-6065
The James Farm
21216 James Farm Road
Kearney, MO
816-628-6065
Kansas City Historic Markers
Native Sons of Greater Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
816-926-9397
Longview Mansion
3361 SW Longview Road
Lee’s Summit, MO
816-761-6669
Missouri Town 1855
Lake Jacomo, Fleming Park
Blue Springs, MO
816-795-8200
Mt. Gilead Historic Site & Historic Church
15918 Plattsburg Road
Kearney, MO
816-628-6065
Thomas Hart Benton Home & Studio
Missouri State Historic Site
3616 Belleview
Kansas City, MO
816-931-5722
Truman Presidential Museum & Library
U.S. Highway 24 at Delaware
Independence, MO
816-268-8200
Unity School of Christianity
1901 NW Blue Parkway
Unity Village, MO
816-524-3550
Vaile Victorian Mansion
1500 N. Liberty
Independence, MO
816-325-7430
Watkins Woolen Mill State Historic Site
26600 Park Road North
Lawson, MO
816-580-3387
Battle of Lexington State Historic Site
1300 North John Shea Drive
Lexington, MO 660-259-4654
www.mostateparks.com/lexington
Bothwell Lodge State Historic Site
19349 Bothwell State Park Road
Sedalia, MO 660-827-0510
www.mostateparks.com/bothwell.htm
Sedalia Katy Depot
600 East Third Street
Sedalia, MO 660-826-2222
Regional Historic Getaways
Arrow Rock, MO
660-837-3330
www.mostateparks.com/arrowrock.htm
The spirit of Missouri’s frontier days still lingers in this quiet, historic village. State-restored buildings in Arrow Rock include a one-room jail, the old courthouse, the home of artist George Caleb Bingham, and the Old Tavern where visitors can enjoy an 1800s atmosphere. Attractions in this fascinating page from history include antique dealers, bed and breakfasts, galleries, eateries, restaurants and the Lyceum Theatre. Professional actors at the award-wining theatre combine their exceptional talents with the hospitality of Arrow Rock for a truly memorable experience.
Atchison, KS
913-367-6238
Probably best known as the birthplace of Amelia Earhart, the town of Atchison maintains as a museum the restored Victorian home where Earhart was born. Another attraction is the Forest of Friendship, a collection of trees that represent the 50 states and more than 35 countries. Gracing the area is a walkway lined with commemorative plaques that honor hundreds of men and women for their contributions to the advancement of aviation and aerospace. The Atchison Trolley is one of the more convenient and delightful ways to view the 18th century sites, antique stores and charming downtown mall.
Lawrence, KS
800-LAWKANS
Just 45 minutes from downtown Kansas City is the intriguing community of Lawrence, ranked among the best small arts towns in America. The five-block long district is lined with century-old buildings, eclectic boutiques, diverse restaurants, galleries and antique dealers. Art galleries and studios are scattered through the area, including the Lawrence Arts Center and Liberty Hall. The presence of the University of Kansas and the Haskell Indian Nations University expand the cultural amenities, from the eleven galleries of the Spencer Museum of Art to the ceremonial commencement Pow Wow at Haskell. Aficionados of shopping can browse for bargains in two outlet malls.
Leavenworth, KS
913-682-4113
Dubbed as the "First City in Kansas," Leavenworth is situated along the west banks of the Missouri River. Antique dealers and quaint shops line the streets of this historic riverfront town, a showcase of architectural history. Adjacent to Leavenworth is the fort by the same name. The compound offers several historic sites including the Frontier Army Museum, Santa Fe and Oregon Trail cuts, the National Cemetery, and the Buffalo Soldiers Monument. The latter was dedicated by General Colin Powell in 1992 to honor the African-American soldiers of the 9th and 10th Cavalry Regiments.
Weston, MO
816-640-2909
Billing itself as the "Town that Time Forgot," Weston is home to antique shops, wineries, a lush state park, and a 22-block historic district on the National Register of historic Places. Boasting one of America’s oldest distilleries, the city's other historic highlights include the 1857 Federal-style home that provided hearth and shelter to four generations of Daniel Boone's descendants. The house is filled with original family furnishings and toys from the 1860s. Nearby Weston Bend State Park offers scenic overlooks, campsites, and hiking/biking trails as well as historic tobacco barns.
HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS / QUICKLINKS
Kansas Facts and History
Kansas History Online
Kansas History Websites
Kansas Museums Association
Missouri Historical Society
Missouri History & Genealogy
Missouri State Archives
Missouri State Genealogical Association
National Museum Guide