{"id":328,"date":"2012-06-30T18:20:16","date_gmt":"2012-06-30T18:20:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.websitefix.net\/clients\/Generic\/?page_id=328"},"modified":"2019-05-17T18:58:55","modified_gmt":"2019-05-17T18:58:55","slug":"historic-sites","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/Kansas3\/?page_id=328","title":{"rendered":"Historic Sites"},"content":{"rendered":"

HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS \/ HISTORIC SITES<\/strong><\/p>\n

Kansas Historic Sites<\/p>\n

Grinter Place<\/strong>
\nKansas State Historic Site
\n1420 South 78th Street
\nKansas City, KS 913-299-0373
\nwww.kshs.org\/kansapedia\/grinter-place\/11831<\/a><\/p>\n

Lanesfield History Site<\/strong>
\n1875 South Dillie Road
\nEdgerton, KS 913-715-2570
\nwww.jocomuseum.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Mahaffie Farmstead & Stagecoach Stop<\/strong>
\n1200 East Kansas City Road
\nOlathe, KS 913-971-5111
\nwww.mahaffie.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Mound City Historic Park<\/strong>
\n700 Main Street
\nMound City, KS 913-795-2202
\nwww.moundcity.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Old Shawnee Town<\/strong>
\n11501 West 57th Street
\nShawnee, KS 913-248-2360
\nwww.cityofshawnee.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Shawnee Indian Mission<\/strong>
\nKansas State Historic Site
\n3403 West 53rd Street
\nFairway, KS 913-262-0867
\nwww.kshs.org\/shawnee_indian<\/a><\/p>\n

Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site<\/strong>
\n1515 SE Monroe Street
\nTopeka, KS 785-354-4273
\nwww.nps.gov\/brvb<\/a><\/p>\n

Constitution Hall State Historic Site<\/strong>
\n319 Elmore Street
\nLecompton, KS 785-887-6520
\nwww.lecomptonkansas.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Dunn’s Landing<\/strong>
\n4553 Ohio Road
\nWellsville, KS 785-418-9957
\nwww.dunnslanding.com<\/a><\/p>\n

The Great Overland Station<\/strong>
\n701 North Kansas Avenue
\nTopeka, KS 785-232-5533
\nwww.greatoverlandstation.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Kansas State Capitol Dome Tours<\/strong>
\n8th Avenue between Harrison and Van Buren
\nTopeka, KS 785-296-3966
\nwww.tscpl.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Midland Railway Excursions<\/strong>
\n1515 High Street
\nBaldwin City, KS 785-594-6982
\nwww.midlandrailway.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Old Prairie Town at Ward Meade<\/strong>
\n124 NW Fillmore Street
\nTopeka, KS 785-251-2989
\nhttp:\/\/parks.snco.us\/Facilities\/Facility\/Details\/28<\/a><\/p>\n

Missouri Historic Sites<\/p>\n

Alexander Majors Historic House and Park<\/strong>
\n8201 State Line Road
\nKansas City, MO 816-444-1858
\nwww.wornallmajors.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Battle of Lexington State Historic Site<\/strong>
\n1101 Deleware
\nLexington, MO 660-259-4654
\nhttps:\/\/mostateparks.com\/park\/battle-lexington-state-historic-site<\/a><\/p>\n

Bingham-Waggoner Estate<\/strong>
\n313 West Pacific
\nIndependence, MO 816-461-3491
\nhttps:\/\/www.bwestate.net\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Broadway Baptist Church & Faces of Jesus Gallery<\/strong>
\n3931 Washington Street
\nKansas City, MO 816-561-3274<\/p>\n

Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception<\/strong>
\n416 West 12th Street
\nKansas City, MO 816-842-0416
\nwww.kcgolddome.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Cave Spring Historic Site & Nature Center<\/strong>
\n8701 East Gregory Boulevard
\nKansas City, MO 816-659-1945
\nwww.cavespring.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Children’s Peace Pavilion<\/strong>
\n1001 West Walnut
\nIndependence, MO 816-521-3033
\nhttps:\/\/www.thepeacepavilion.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Clay County Library & Archives<\/strong>
\n210 East Franklin Street
\nLiberty, MO 816-781-3611
\nwww.claycountyarchives.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Confederate Memorial State Historic Site<\/strong>
\n211 West First Street
\nHigginsville, MO 660-584-2853
\nhttps:\/\/mostateparks.com\/park\/confederate-memorial-state-historic-site<\/a><\/p>\n

Fort Osage National Historic Landmark<\/strong>
\n107 Osage Street
\nSibley, MO 816-650-3278
\nwww.fortosagenhs.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral<\/strong>
\n13th Street and Broadway<\/strong>
\nKansas City, MO 816-474-8260
\nwww.kccathedral.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Harris-Kearney Home & Westport Historical Society<\/strong>
\n4000 Baltimore Avenue
\nKansas City, MO 816-561-1821<\/p>\n

Harry S. Truman National Historic Site<\/strong>
\n223 North Main Street
\nIndependence, MO 816-254-2720
\nwww.nps.gov\/hstr<\/a><\/p>\n

Harry S. Truman Courtroom & Office<\/strong>
\n112 West Lexington Street
\nIndependence, MO 816-252-7454
\nwww.jchs.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Historical Pharis Farm<\/strong>
\n20611 EE Highway
\nLiberty, MO 816-736-8500
\nwww.claycountymo.gov<\/a><\/p>\n

The James Farm<\/strong>
\n21216 James Farm Road
\nKearney, MO 816-736-8500
\nwww.jessejames.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Kansas City Historic Markers<\/strong>
\nNative Sons of Greater Kansas City
\n6320 Brookside Plaza
\nKansas City, MO 816-926-9397
\nwww.nsdkc.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Longview Mansion<\/strong>
\n1200 SW Longview Road
\nLee\u2019s Summit, MO 816-761-6669
\nwww.longviewmansion.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Missouri Town 1855<\/strong>
\n8010 East Park Road
\nLee\u2019s Summit, MO 816-503-4860<\/p>\n

Mt. Gilead Historic Site & Historic Church<\/strong>
\n15918 Plattsburg Road
\nKearney, MO 816-736-8500
\nwww.claycountymo.gov<\/a><\/p>\n

Truman Presidential Museum & Library<\/strong>
\n500 West US Highway 24
\nIndependence, MO 816-268-8200
\nwww.trumanlibrary.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Unity School of Christianity<\/strong>
\n1901 NW Blue Parkway
\nUnity Village, MO 816-524-3550
\nwww.unity.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Vaile Victorian Mansion<\/strong>
\n1500 North Liberty
\nIndependence, MO 816-325-7430
\nwww.vailemansion.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Watkins Woolen Mill State Historic Site<\/strong>
\n26600 Park Road North
\nLawson, MO 816-580-3387
\nhttps:\/\/mostateparks.com\/park\/watkins-woolen-mill-state-historic-site<\/a><\/p>\n

Bothwell Lodge State Historic Site<\/strong>
\n19349 Bothwell State Park Road
\nSedalia, MO 660-827-0510
\nhttps:\/\/mostateparks.com\/park\/bothwell-lodge-state-historic-site<\/a><\/p>\n

Sedalia Katy Depot<\/strong>
\n600 East Third Street
\nSedalia, MO 660-826-2932
\nwww.katydepotsedalia.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Regional Historic Getaways<\/p>\n

Arrow Rock, MO<\/strong>
\n660-837-3330
\nhttps:\/\/mostateparks.com\/park\/arrow-rock-state-historic-site<\/a>
\nThe spirit of Missouri\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n

Atchison, KS<\/strong>
\n913-367-6238
\nwww.atchisonhistory.org<\/a>
\nProbably 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.<\/p>\n

Lawrence, KS<\/strong>
\n785-856-5282
\nhttp:\/\/unmistakablylawrence.com<\/a>
\nJust 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.<\/p>\n

Leavenworth, KS<\/strong>
\n913-682-9201
\nwww.lvks.org<\/a>
\nDubbed 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.<\/p>\n

Weston, MO<\/strong>
\n816-640-2909
\nwww.westonmo.com<\/a>
\nHonored as a Preserve America community for quality preservation efforts, Historic Weston is home to antique and specialty shops, restaurants, a brewery and pub, wineries, bed-and-breakfasts and a renovated 1847 hotel. The 22-block historic district, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has over 100 historic structures, including the 1857 home of four generations of Daniel Boone descendants. And nearby Weston Bend State Park offers campsites, hiking\/biking trails and forested views of the Missouri River.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS \/ HISTORIC SITES Kansas Historic Sites Grinter Place Kansas State Historic Site 1420 South 78th Street Kansas City, KS 913-299-0373 www.kshs.org\/kansapedia\/grinter-place\/11831 Lanesfield History Site 1875 South Dillie Road Edgerton, KS 913-715-2570 www.jocomuseum.org Mahaffie Farmstead & Stagecoach Stop 1200 East Kansas City Road Olathe, KS 913-971-5111 www.mahaffie.org Mound City Historic Park 700 Main Street […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/Kansas3\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/328"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/Kansas3\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/Kansas3\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/Kansas3\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/Kansas3\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=328"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/Kansas3\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/328\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":651,"href":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/Kansas3\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/328\/revisions\/651"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/Kansas3\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=328"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}