Independence, MO Throws President's Day Party
INDEPENDENCE, MO, December 21, 2006. Enjoy three days of displays, a children's workshop, lectures, puppet shows, themed tea parties, presidential re-enactors, films, toys of the Truman family, Caroline Kennedy's doll collection, live entertainment and special exhibits during the fourth annual Independence President's Day weekend February 17, 18 and 19, 2007. The event, "Toys and Trains: Antique and Unusual" will offer a variety of family friendly activities at various venues throughout the city.
Saturday, Sunday and Monday, look for exhibits of toys and trains at:
Bingham-Waggoner Estate, 313 W .Pacific.
This beautifully restored Civil War era mansion will set up displays throughout the mansion. A large "Backyard" child-sized train will also be set up in the circular driveway.
Free with regular admission, $5 adults, $2 ages 6-16 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
816- 461-3491 or www.bwestate.org.
Chicago and Alton Depot, 318 W. Pacific.
Built in 1879, the Depot is believed to be the oldest 2-story depot remaining in Missouri. Recently restored, the Depot includes artifacts of the era on the main level and a fully furnished station master's living quarters on the upper level. Displays will spotlight trains.
Free, donations accepted. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
816-325-7955
Truman Presidential Museum & Library, 500 U. S. 24 Highway.
The Museum is hosting a major exhibit entitled " A Child in the White House: Caroline Kennedy's Dolls." This exhibit showcases more than 100 dolls and puppets from about 30 countries given to Caroline between 1961 and 1963 by foreign dignitaries, first ladies such as Monaco's Princess Grace and India's Indira Gandhi and ordinary citizens from countries around the world. Caroline's doll house is also on display.
Free with regular admission, $7 adults, $5 srs, $ages 6-18 Mon-Sat 9-5; Sun 12-5
816-268-8200 or www.trumanlibrary.org
Harry S Truman Home Ticket and Visitors Center, 223 N. Main
First daughter Margaret's toys will be on display during the weekend in the exhibit cases at the center.
Free for exhibits an film, regular admission applies to visit the Truman Home. 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
816-254-9929 or www.nps.gov/hstr
Note: The Vaile Mansion, 1500 N. Liberty, will be open all three days from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for house tours but will not display toys or trains.
$5 adults, $2 ages 6-17.
Saturday, February 17 only, the following additional events are scheduled:
National Frontier Trails Museum, 318 W. Pacifid
Children's Workshop: Cornhusk Doll Making.
Children of the frontier often made toys out of anything that was available to them. In this fun and informative workshop, participants will learn the history of corn husk dolls and how to make and dress them.
$10 per person, advance reservations required. 10 a.m.
816-325-7575 or www.frontiertrailsmuseum.org
Puppetry Arts Institute, 11025 E. Winner Road. "Little Engine in Cow Country" An original overhead shadow puppet show with Anitra Steele. Balloon train engines will also be made for children to take home.
$5 per person includes admission to all exhibits and displays at the Institute. 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
816-833-9777 or www.hazelle.org
National Frontier Trails Museum, 318 W. Pacific. Enjoy a free movie about
railroads, "History of American Railroads." Explore the fascinating history of American Railroads in this four-part, eighty-minute video produced by Kaw Valley Films and Video.
Free, regular admission applies for viewing gallery exhibits. 2 p.m.
Sunday, February 18 only, the additional events are scheduled:
Serendipity B & B, " A Toyful Tea Party".
Enjoy a special tea party surrounded by antique and unusual toys at Serendipity, a 1887 three story brick house, in an ultimate Victorian experience. The home is overflowing with unique children's books, dolls, miniature furnishings, tea sets, teddy bears and more.
Tea party begins at 12:30 p.m.
$8.00 includes refreshments and a complete tour of the home.
Reservations required at 816-833-4719 or 800-203-4299
National Frontier Trails Museum, 318 W. Pacific. Enjoy a free movie about
railroads, "History of American Railroads." Explore the fascinating history of American Railroads in this four-part, eighty-minute video produced by Kaw Valley Films and Video.
Free, regular admission applies for viewing gallery exhibits. 2 p.m.
Monday, February 19 only,:
Truman Presidential Museum & Library, 500 U. S. 24 Highway
Visit with "Harry Truman"
Our wonderful Truman Presidential re-enactor, dressed in period attire, will meet and greet visitors to the Truman Library. Truman will also offer occasional press conferences in the Museum's auditorium during the day.
10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Enjoy free cookies made favorite recipes of former Presidents.
Free with regular admission, which is $7 adults, $5 seniors, and $3.50 6-18.
816-268-8200 or www.trumanlibrary.org
Puppetry Arts Institute, 11025 E. Winner Road. "Little Engine in Cow Country"
An original overhead shadow puppet show with Anitra Steele. Balloon train engines will also be made for children to take home.
$5 per person includes admission to all exhibits and displays at the Institute. 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
816-833-9777 or www.hazelle.org
National Frontier Trails Museum, 318 W. Pacific
Lecture: "George Washington: The Formative Years"
George Washington's childhood and early adulthood were filled with interesting people who helped shape his mind and heart. Come and learn about this formative period of our nation's first president during this illustrated 30-minute talk offered in honor of President's Day.
Free with regular museum admission, $5 adults, $3.50 srs, $2.50 ages 6-17. 11:00 a.m.
816-325-7575.
Serendipity B & B, " A Toyful Tea Party".
Enjoy a special tea party surrounded by antique and unusual toys at Serendipity, a 1887 three story brick house, in an ultimate Victorian experience. The home is overflowing with unique children's books, dolls, miniature furnishings, tea sets, teddy bears and more.
Tea party begins at 1:00 p.m.
$8.00 includes refreshments and a complete tour of the home.
Reservations required at 816-833-4719 or 800-203-4299
Call 800-748-7323 or go to www.visitindependence.com for information, lodging information for a current Visitors Guide. Discount packages include accommodations, deluxe continental breakfast, tickets to each site and a surprise toy.
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