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SUMMARY:White Glove Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:11 a.m. Every 3rd Wednesday\nHarry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum\n500 West U.S. Highway 24\, Independence\, Missouri \n\n\nGet up close with rarely viewed presidential treasures preserved at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum. Included with museum admission\, White Glove Wednesday presentations are offered every third Wednesday at 11 a.m.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/white-glove-wednesdays/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:Harry S. Truman Presidential Library\, 500 US Hwy. 24\, Independence\, Missouri\, United States
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SUMMARY:White Glove Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:11 a.m. Every 3rd Wednesday\nHarry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum\n500 West U.S. Highway 24\, Independence\, Missouri \n\n\nGet up close with rarely viewed presidential treasures preserved at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum. Included with museum admission\, White Glove Wednesday presentations are offered every third Wednesday at 11 a.m.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/white-glove-wednesdays/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Harry S. Truman Presidential Library\, 500 US Hwy. 24\, Independence\, Missouri\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260819
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SUMMARY:White Glove Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:11 a.m. Every 3rd Wednesday\nHarry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum\n500 West U.S. Highway 24\, Independence\, Missouri \n\n\nGet up close with rarely viewed presidential treasures preserved at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum. Included with museum admission\, White Glove Wednesday presentations are offered every third Wednesday at 11 a.m.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/white-glove-wednesdays/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:Harry S. Truman Presidential Library\, 500 US Hwy. 24\, Independence\, Missouri\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260716
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SUMMARY:White Glove Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:11 a.m. Every 3rd Wednesday\nHarry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum\n500 West U.S. Highway 24\, Independence\, Missouri \n\n\nGet up close with rarely viewed presidential treasures preserved at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum. Included with museum admission\, White Glove Wednesday presentations are offered every third Wednesday at 11 a.m.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/white-glove-wednesdays/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:Harry S. Truman Presidential Library\, 500 US Hwy. 24\, Independence\, Missouri\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260704
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SUMMARY:Red\, White & Tru
DESCRIPTION:Museum Hours: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.\nFree Fun on the Fourth: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.\nHarry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum\n500 West U.S. Highway 24\, Independence\, Missouri \n\n\nCelebrate America’s Independence in Independence\, Missouri! \nAs we mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence\, the Truman Library Institute is proud to sponsor a community celebration for all ages. \nRed White & TRU features 3 Trails West — one of the few practitioners of authentic cowboy music in Kansas City. Inspired by the Silver Screen era of Western music and Bob Wills-style swing\, the award-winning band delivers a family-friendly show filled with humor\, audience interaction and Western sounds. \nStay cool with complimentary treats\, including Betty Rae’s Ice Cream and Polly’s Pop. Additional free activities include  professional face painting\, living-history activities for kids\, and an interactive chalk mural of the Declaration of Independence that invites visitors to “sign on” as founders of America’s next 250 years. \nThis community event is free and open to the public; museum admission is not included (kids 12 and younger free). \n 
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/red-white-tru/
LOCATION:Harry S. Truman Presidential Library\, 500 US Hwy. 24\, Independence\, Missouri\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260617
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SUMMARY:White Glove Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:11 a.m. Every 3rd Wednesday\nHarry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum\n500 West U.S. Highway 24\, Independence\, Missouri \n\n\nGet up close with rarely viewed presidential treasures preserved at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum. Included with museum admission\, White Glove Wednesday presentations are offered every third Wednesday at 11 a.m.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/white-glove-wednesdays/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Harry S. Truman Presidential Library\, 500 US Hwy. 24\, Independence\, Missouri\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522
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SUMMARY:Free Weekend at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum
DESCRIPTION:On Memorial Day weekend only\, admission to the museum will be completely free for all visitors\, making it the perfect time to explore\, reflect and connect. Whether you’re discovering our exhibits for the first time or returning to experience United We Play or the final days of Opening the Vault\, this is a meaningful opportunity to spend time with family and friends while honoring the spirit of the weekend. \nFrom engaging displays to powerful stories\, the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum offers something for every age. Take your time\, learn something new\, and enjoy a welcoming space dedicated to understanding the past and inspiring the future. \nNo tickets are required—just bring your curiosity. Join us for a memorable and inspiring Memorial Day weekend. \nPLAN YOUR VISIT \nNote: \nMonday\, May 25\, 2026 \n1:00 pm American Legion Band will play patriotic music in the Courtyard\, followed by a brief wreath-laying ceremony. \n2:00 pm “Truman’s Own” 129th Field Artillery\, Missouri National Guard will give a Howitzer firing demonstration. Please wear hearing protection if you are sensitive to loud noise.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/the-harry-s-truman-presidential-library-museum/
LOCATION:Harry S. Truman Presidential Library\, 500 US Hwy. 24\, Independence\, Missouri\, United States
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SUMMARY:White Glove Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:11 a.m. Every 3rd Wednesday\nHarry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum\n500 West U.S. Highway 24\, Independence\, Missouri \n\n\nGet up close with rarely viewed presidential treasures preserved at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum. Included with museum admission\, White Glove Wednesday presentations are offered every third Wednesday at 11 a.m.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/white-glove-wednesdays/2026-05-20/
LOCATION:Harry S. Truman Presidential Library\, 500 US Hwy. 24\, Independence\, Missouri\, United States
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SUMMARY:OPENING THE VAULT: THE STORY OF US Exhibition Opening
DESCRIPTION:WHAT \nExhibition Opening: OPENING THE VAULT: THE STORY OF US \nWHEN \n\nMonday\, April 20\, 2026\n9 am: Museum Opens to the Public\n10 am: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony; Exhibition Opens\n4-6 pm: Media Preview Window\n\nWHERE \nHarry S. Truman Library Presidential Library & Museum \n500 West U.S. Highway 24\, Independence\, Missouri \nWHY \n\nGet a first look at this remarkable collection of 21 rarely seen documents from the vaults of the National Archives.\nPaired with artifacts and images from the Truman Library’s collections\, these landmark records reveal democracy in action\, illuminated by the voice and values of President Harry S. Truman.\nThis limited time exhibition – April 20-May 24 – is a highlight of the region’s America250 celebration.\n\nBACKGROUND \nRare original documents on display include a Treaty of Paris Broadside (1787); the Bill of Rights\, Senate Revisions (1789); the Louisiana Purchase (1803); and the North Atlantic Treaty (1949). \nThis is the largest collection of National Archives documents touring America’s Presidential Libraries during its Opening the Vault tour\, launched to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary. \nThe exhibition also includes remarkable artifacts from the Truman Library collection\, including Elaine de Kooning’s abstract expressionist portrait of President John F. Kennedy and a portrait of Benjamin Franklin given to President Truman by French President Charles de Gaulle.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/opening-the-vault-the-story-of-us/
LOCATION:Harry S. Truman Presidential Library\, 500 US Hwy. 24\, Independence\, Missouri\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260420
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SUMMARY:The Story of US: America at 250
DESCRIPTION:The Story of US: America at 250 explores the ideals\, conflicts and turning points that shaped the nation. Featuring historic documents on loan from the National Archives—many seldom seen outside Washington\, D.C.—the exhibition traces how America’s founding principles have been tested\, challenged and expanded over 250 years. Paired with artifacts and images from the Truman Library’s collections\, these landmark records reveal democracy in action\, illuminated by the voice and values of President Harry S. Truman. \nThis exhibition will be open to the public April 20 to May 24.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/the-story-of-us-america-at-250/
LOCATION:Harry S. Truman Presidential Library\, 500 US Hwy. 24\, Independence\, Missouri\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260404T100000
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SUMMARY:Harry's Hop n' Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual family day of egg hunts\, kids activities\, face painting and balloon artists. Special appearances by KC Wolf and the Easter Bunny.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/harrys-hop-n-hunt-2/
LOCATION:Harry S. Truman Presidential Library\, 500 US Hwy. 24\, Independence\, Missouri\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260124T150000
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SUMMARY:KC Jazz Orchestra: Groove 'N Learn
DESCRIPTION:The Kansas City Jazz Orchestra’s 18-piece big band invites kids and people of all ages.\n\n\n\nGroove ‘n Learn is a high-energy\, interactive concert experience designed to introduce school-age children to the joy\, history\, and creativity of jazz. During this toe-tapping 45-minute musical journey performed live by the Kansas City Jazz Orchestra\, young audiences will explore: \n\nMusical building blocks – melody\, harmony\, rhythm\, tempo\nInstrument families – get to know the trumpet\, saxophone\, trombone\, piano\, guitar\, bass\, and drums\nJazz fundamentals – improvisation\, blues\, call-and-response\nKansas City jazz hallmarks – riffing\, swing\, and the sounds that put KC on the jazz map\nJazz legends – meet icons like Count Basie and Duke Ellington\nCreative connections – imagination\, communication\, and active listening through music\n\nThis FREE community event is presented in conjunction with the exhibition Jazz KC Portraits by Dan White now showing at the Truman Library. Museum admission not included.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/kc-jazz-orchestra-groove-n-learn/
LOCATION:Harry S. Truman Presidential Library\, 500 US Hwy. 24\, Independence\, Missouri\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
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SUMMARY:"White Christmas" free film screening
DESCRIPTION:Bring your friends and family to enjoy this holiday classic. Part of Harry’s Holiday Party on Saturday\, December 6\, 2025.\n\n\n\nIn 1945\, Harry S. Truman gave White Christmas songwriter\, Irving Berlin\, the Army’s Medal of Merit. Berlin received this award for his extraordinary service as creator and producer of This Is the Army. The musical featured a cast of US soldiers and premiered on Broadway on July 28\, 1943. Proceeds were donated to the Army Emergency Relief. Berlin wrote all 19 songs\, including God Bless America. \n1 – 2 pm Live performance by the “poco Rezound!” handbell choir.\n2 – 4 pm “White Christmas” free film screening\n1 – 3 pm Cookies & Crafts with Harry
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/white-christmas-free-film-screening/
LOCATION:Harry S. Truman Presidential Library\, 500 US Hwy. 24\, Independence\, Missouri\, United States
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SUMMARY:Harry's Hay Days
DESCRIPTION:HARRY’S HAY DAYS: MAY 2-3\n\n \nON GRANDVIEW’S MAIN STREET: \nParade   Vendors   Bounce Houses   Live Entertainment \nPetting Zoo  and More \nSaturday Schedule \n11-11:30AM    Tiffany’s Dance \n11:45-Noon    Announce Parade Winners \n12:15-12:45PM Dramatic Truth Dance \n1:30-3:30PM   Mitch Prather Music
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/harrys-hay-days/
LOCATION:Harry S. Truman Presidential Library\, 500 US Hwy. 24\, Independence\, Missouri\, United States
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