Truman Day in Independence
The buck stops here, and you should, too.
In honor of President Harry S. Truman’s 135th birthday (May 8, 1884), admission to many Independence attractions is just $1 on May 4. That list includes the Truman Library & Museum, Truman Home, National Frontier Trails Museum, Vaile Mansion, Bingham-Waggoner Estate, Chicago & Alton Depot and 1859 Jail and Marshall Home. Individual attraction’s hours of operation apply.
In addition to $1 admission at historic sites around town, take part in activities celebrating the life and times of Harry Truman on the Independence Square. Join in on a baking competition at Gilbert Whitney & Co. or sign a giant birthday card to our hometown hero.