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SEE + DO

houses the log cabin Rev. Samuel Adair and his
family lived in.
osawatomieks.org * 913-755-4384

Osawatomie History & Railroad Museum
628 Main St., Osawatomie, KS
Shows the influence the railroad had, along with
artifacts from the city's early history.
osawatomieks.org * 913-755-4169

Paola Cemetery
Miami & West Sts., Paola, KS
Gravestones of early Native Americans, and of
famous families and individuals who helped shape
Paola's future.
miamicountyks.org * 913-557-2349

Pharis Farm
20611 EE Hwy., Liberty, MO
The Pharis Farm is a 160-acre property with a
historic home. The site is open during special
events.
claycogov.com * 816-628-6065

Puppetry Arts Institute
11025 E Winner Rd., Independence, MO
Museum and library offering monthly puppet
shows, puppet-making workshops and birthday
parties.
hazelle.org * 816-833-9777

Richard Allen Cultural Center
412 Kiowa St., Leavenworth, KS
African-American museum in former Buffalo
Soldier's home. See Colin Powell artifacts and
African-American history.
visitleavenworthks.com * 913-682-8772

Round House
Shoreline Dr. & Metcalf Rd., Louisburg, KS
A popular tourist site, once used as a port of entry.
Located on the historic Frontier Military Scenic
Byway.
louisburgkansas.com * 913-837-5305

Shawnee Historic Murals
11110 Johnson Dr., Shawnee, KS
Shawnee's history through the paintings of Charles
Goslin. The murals depict three periods in the
area's history.
visitshawneeks.com * 913-631-2500

Shawnee Town 1929
11501 W 57th St., Shawnee, KS
Outdoor living-history museum that focuses on
truck farming in Shawnee, KS, in the 1920s.
shawneetown.org * 913-248-2360

Shoal Creek Living History Museum
7000 NE Barry Rd., Kansas City, MO
The 1800s come alive at this living-history
museum. Events, programs and tours available by
appointment.
shoalcreeklivinghistorymuseum.com *
816-792-2655

Soldiers Monument
9th & Main Sts., Osawatomie, KS
Dedicated in 1877 to honor the five Free State
men killed in the Battle of Osawatomie on Aug. 30,
1856.
osawatomieks.org * 913-755-4114

Spring Hill Kansas-Historic Downtown

Smithville Lake & Campground

Main & Nichols Sts., Spring Hill, KS
The one-block district includes buildings built
as early as 1896. The area developed as the
community's second downtown.
springhillks.com * 913-592-3664

17201 Paradesian St., Smithville, MO
700 campsites, electricity and water hookups.
Showers, flush toilets, shelter houses, swim beaches
and marinas.
claycogov.com * 816-407-3400

Trailside Center
9901 Holmes Rd., Kansas City, MO
Community resource center and location of
Historical Society of New Santa Fe's collection of
artifacts.
trailsidecenter.org * 816-942-3581

TWA Museum at 10 Richards Road
10 NW Richards Rd., Ste. 110, Kansas City, MO
Preserving the legacy of Trans World Airlines by
displaying the story and history of the major role
TWA played in commercial aviation.
twamuseum.com * 816-234-1011

Union Cemetery
227 E 28th St., Kansas City, MO
KC's oldest cemetery and last resting place for Civil
War soldiers and city founders, whose names are
reflected in many of the city's streets and parks.
uchskc.org * 816-472-4990

Vaile Victorian Mansion
1500 N Liberty St., Independence, MO
31-room mansion recognized as one of the finest
examples of Second Empire Victorian architecture
in the U.S.
visitindependence.com * 816-325-7430

Veterans Memorial
Baptiste & Hospital Drs., Paola, KS
Constructed to honor all who dedicated their lives
to our country.
paolachamber.org * 913-294-4335

Vietnam Veterans Memorial
43rd St. & Broadway Blvd., Kansas City, MO
Dedicated in 1986 to all Vietnam veterans. Includes
a memorial wall of 336 KC-area veterans killed or
missing in action.
816-561-8387

Wea Mission Monument
Baptiste Dr. & 311th St., Paola, KS
The mission was operated by the Presbyterian
Mission from 1834 to 1838.
paolachamber.org * 913-294-4335

Wonderscope Children's Museum of
Kansas City
5700 King St., Shawnee, KS
Creative, imaginative and experiential exhibits and
programs that spark a lifelong love of learning.
Moves to Red Bridge Shopping Center Oct. 2020.
wonderscope.org * 913-287-8888

SPORTS & RECREATION
» Camping/RV
Clay County Parks & Rec
17201 Paradesian St., Smithville, MO
More than 6,000 acres of parks. Championship golf
courses, 24 miles of trails, 777 campsites, marinas,
museums and historic sites.
claycountymo.gov * 816-407-3400

Spring Hill Cemetery

Jackson County Parks + Rec
Campgrounds

Lawrence & Harrison Sts., Spring Hill, KS
Final resting place for many, including Celia Ann
Dayton, believed to be the first woman doctor in
Kansas.
miamicountyks.org * 913-592-3664

22807 Woods Chapel Rd., Blue Springs, MO
Blue Springs, Jacomo and Longview Lakes have
238 camping sites. Public beaches, boating, fullservice marinas, golf, nature trails and more.
makeyourdayhere.com * 816-503-4800

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Worlds of Fun Village
4545 Worlds of Fun Ave., Kansas City, MO
Steps from Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun
amusement parks, with 20 cabins, 22 cottages and
82 RV sites.
worldsoffun.com * 816-454-4545

» Golf
Fred Arbanas Golf Course at Longview
Lake
11199 View High Dr., Kansas City, MO
An 18-hole championship course, 9-hole executive
par-3 course, driving range and chipping green,
operated by Jackson Co. Parks & Rec.
makeyourdayhere.com * 816-761-9445

Heart of America Golf Course
7501 Blue River Rd., Kansas City, MO
Challenging 9-hole, 2,604-yard, par-35 course
features very tight target areas and is located in
Swope Park.
kcparks.org * 816-513-8940

Heritage Park Golf Course
16445 Lackman Rd., Olathe, KS
Combination of traditional tree-lined and linksstyle holes for an interesting, challenging and
picturesque game.
jcprd.com * 913-829-4653

Hodge Park Golf Course
7000 NE Barry Rd., Kansas City, MO
This 6,223-yard, par-71 course brings into play
three lakes and a creek, making seven holes
hazardous.
hodgeparkgolf.com * 816-781-4152

Minor Park Golf Course
11215 Holmes Rd., Kansas City, MO
Popular with golfers who enjoy a superb walking
layout. Ideal for novice as well as experienced
golfers.
kcparks.org * 816-942-4033

Osawatomie Golf Course
32942 W Lakeside Dr., Osawatomie, KS
An 18-hole irrigated municipal golf course with a
clubhouse, snack bar, pro shop, driving range and
practice green.
osawatomieks.org * 913-755-4769

Paradise Pointe Golf Complex
18212 Golf Course Rd., Smithville, MO
Best golf value in KC. North of KC on Hwy. 169,
through Smithville to 180th St., turn east, follow
signs to Little Platte Park.
paradisepointegolf.com * 816-532-4100

Shoal Creek Golf Course
8905 Shoal Creek Pkwy., Kansas City, MO
This 6,950-yard, par-71 course offers a unique
golfing experience for players of varying skill levels.
shoalcreekgolf.com * 816-407-7242

Swope Memorial Golf Course
6900 Swope Memorial Dr., Kansas City, MO
This 6,274-yard, par-72 course with a rich tradition
has been challenging golfers since the turn of the
20th century.
swopememorialgolfcourse.com * 816-513-8910

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