- TripBuzz found 177 things to do with kids in or near Independence, Missouri, including 154 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Shawnee, Kansas City, Liberty and Kansas City.
- From Electric Theatre Vintage Arcade to Adventure Oasis Water Park, the Independence area offers 67 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Specialty Museums.
- Located on the Missouri River is the state's fourth largest city, Independence. The town is the famous hometown of former President Harry S. Truman and is home to the Truman Presidential Library and Museum, as well as his former home, the Harry S. Truman National Historic Site. Other points of interest include various museums, shopping and a wide selection of libraries.
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For a glimpse of the future from the 1950's perspective , the visitor can take a tour of the 1950s All-Electric House. The futuristic gadgetry was visited in 1954, the year it was opened, by a number equal to the county's entire population: 62,000.
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Comprised of three distinct historic sites, the Johnson County Museums include a History Museum, an All-Electric House in the 1950s style, and the Lanesfield Historic Site. Each offers a variety of permanent and changing exhibits.
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Built in honor of the victims of 9/11, the Overland Park 9/11 Memorial features a 14-foot, 2.5 ton steel artifact from the World Trade Center. The memorial stands at the entrance of the Overland Park Fire Training Center.
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Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park is a 53-acre leisure park that features a swimming pool, a three-acre lake, and also five picnic areas. The park also includes two sand volleyball courts, three half-soccer fields, and a baseball field.
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6101 Maurer Road, Shawnee, KS 66216
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Shawnee Mission School District Softball Complex is both a baseball & softball field. Field 1 is a true stadium-bowl design, full-sized with turf infield and grass outfield while the others are dirt-and-grass fields used for junior league play.
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11401 North Congress Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64153
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The Harley Davidson Factory Tour can be a free hour-long tour of the assembly line and designated fabrication areas or a paid tour with a visible powertrain and vehicle assembly. Tours are offered in the mornings.
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A dinner theater, the Paradise Playhouse stages a variety of shows throughout the season, including popular hits. People can buy single tickets or a Flex Pack, which includes 10 tickets that can be used at any of the season's performances.
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12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210
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With 4 halls which stage plays all around the year, the Johnson County Community College Carlsen Center also offers arts education programs. Its halls can be rented for special events and activities.
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Originally constructed by Adam Legler in 1864, the Legler Barn Museum documents the history and preserves this historic stone barn. Lenexa's History Museum is located inside the facility and guided tours are available to visitors.
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B & B Overland Park 16, formerly known as Palazzo 16 Theatres, features the latest Hollywood hits. Affordable ticket prices, comfortable seats, and 3D movies make it an ideal spot for a fun night out.