Jackson County Historical Society

Prior to 1803, what is now Jackson County, Missouri was mostly the territory of Osage Indians--that is until one fateful day in 1803 when French Fur Trappers on the Missouri River made contact with the Natives. The rest is (recorded) history.

Hours

Historic Truman Courthouse- Year Round- Mon.-Sat. 10AM-5PM, tours are given at 11 AM and 2 PM. 1859 Jail and Marshal's Home- April-Oct.- Mon.-Sat. 10AM-4PM, Sun. 1-4PM Closed Jan.-March, and part of Nov. Re-opens day after Thanksgiving till Dec. 30 with same hours as above.

Contact Information

112 W Lexington Avenue
#102
Independence, MO 64050
Phone: 816-252-7454
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Location Type

Kid-friendly
Historic Home
Museum
Interpretive Signs

Site Info

Parking
Restroom
Wheelchair
AC / Heating
Bus / RV Parking
Giftshop
Group Meeting Room
Group Tours
Parking
Restrooms
Research Library
Staffed
Water Fountain
Wheel Chair Accessible
The Jackson County Historical Society is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to preserving the written, oral, and physical legacy of this county. We do this by maintaining physical collections and promoting the study, appreciation, and interpretation of local and regional history.

Our roots can be traced to 1909 when a group of citizens interested in history first started meeting. In 1940 the group formally organized and in 1958 officially incorporated as The Jackson County Historical Society to celebrate our rich, unique story.

Our physical archives, research library, and bookstore are located in the Truman Courthouse on the Independence Square. The Jackson County Historical Society also maintains the 1859 Jail and Marshal's Home Museum where Frank James was incarcerated.

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Upcoming Events
Saturday, March 09, 2019
Women of the 1859 Jail
Join Jackson County Historical Society for an educational program that discusses some of the many women who lived, worked, and were enslaved at the Jail.   details>>
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