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.


The historical society's 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.


Contact Information

112 W Lexington Avenue

#120

Independence, MO 64050

Phone: 816-252-7454

website


Location Type

Kid-friendly

Historic Home

Museum

Interpretive Signs


Site Info

AC / Heating

Bus / RV Parking

Giftshop

Group Meeting Room

Group Tours

Parking

Restrooms

Research Library

Staffed

Water Fountain

Wheel Chair Accessible