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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Independence,_MissouriIndependence, Missouri - Wikipedia

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   Independence is the 5th most populous city in Missouri, United States, and the county seat of Jackson County. Independence is a satellite city of Kansas City, Missouri, and is the largest suburb on the Missouri side of the Kansas City metropolitan area. In 2020, it had a total population of 123,011.

2. www.legendsofamerica.com › mo-independenceIndependence, Missouri – Queen City of the Trails

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   Today, Independence is the fourth-largest city in Missouri, with a population of more than 120,000. Most of Independence, which is a satellite city of Kansas City, lies within Jackson County, with a small portion of the city lying in Clay County.

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4. travelinmissouri.com › landmarks-and-things-to-do17 Best things to do in Independence, MO - Travel in Missouri

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   Feb 27, 2023 · The City of Independence is known for its incredible history and attractions, including the Truman Library and Museum, a hair museum, and one of the most haunted mansions in Missouri. There are many things to do in Independence and we’ve picked our favorites to share with you.

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5. www.travelawaits.com › 2560856Best Things To Do In Independence - TravelAwaits

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   • Harry S. Truman Sites. To borrow what was perhaps Truman’s most famous phrase, Independence is where the buck stopped. Harry grew up in Independence as the son of a farmer, first met his future wife Bess at the age of six in church, and got his start in politics at the Jackson County Courthouse as a judge before eventually ascending to our country’s highest office.
   • National Frontier Trails Museum. All roads west came through Independence during the pioneer days, with thousands of people streaming through in the 1800s on their way to seek fortune along the Oregon, Santa Fe, and California Trails.
   • Vaile Mansion. Independence boasts more than its fair share of gorgeous, historic homes. A couple really stand out. The three-story Vaile Mansion, just north of downtown, is a Victorian showcase with marble fireplaces, rich walnut woodwork, and onyx accents.
   • Bingham-Waggoner Estate. Right on the Santa Fe Trail in the middle of town, the Bingham-Waggoner Estate, built in 1827, has its own special history. It was home for a time to artist George Caleb Bingham, who is still well-known in Missouri and nationally for his murals depicting river life and historic events.

6. www.independencemo.govCity of Independence | City of Independence, MO

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   Independence Day 2024 is fast approaching with the City of Independence’s Fourth of July Celebration on Friday, July 5 at the Independence Visitors’ Center located at 937 W. Walnut Street. Jun 24, 2024.

7. www.britannica.com › place › Independence-MissouriIndependence | Lewis & Clark, Oregon Trail, Frontier | Britannica

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   Independence, city, seat of Jackson county, western Missouri, U.S., immediately east of Kansas City. It is the hometown of President Harry S. Truman (who was born at Lamar, 100 miles [160 km] south). Settled in 1827, the county was named for Andrew Jackson, and the community of Independence was.

8. www.independencemo.gov › visitors › independence-storyThe Independence Story | City of Independence, MO

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   Independence is the 5th largest city in the state of Missouri. It is part of the Kansas City Metropolitan area which includes a population of 2.1 million people, and is just minutes from downtown Kansas City.