Independence Historical Society

10/08/2026

Free file cabinets. Pick up at the garage at the History Center. Email us at [email protected]

10/06/2026

JOIN US THIS SUNDAY!!! A new twist on our popular CEMETERY TOUR! Drop in any time 1:00-4:00 PM. $5 donation per person. Five costumed actors will tell their stories throughout the afternoon. $5.50 online or card at the gate: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLAQTAH2FR6Y1/checkout/MMSUZD7T4ZDFLY2H3XHAJLU2

09/03/2026

VOICES FROM THE PAST: A Special Afternoon at HEMLOCK CEMETERY!
Did you know that before towns had public parks, cemeteries were community gathering spaces where families regularly had picnics? Join the Independence Historical Society as we revive a historic tradition to celebrate our town’s pioneers and raise funds for the ongoing restoration of the cemetery!

📅 Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM-4:00 PM
📍 Location: Hemlock Cemetery (park in the Technology Center/Hemlock Trail lot)
What to Expect:
• Purchase pizza and pop on site.
• Learn ways to support our restoration program to repair, reset and clean broken gravestones and revitalize the grounds.
• Walk the grounds and experience stories of early residents, shared by costumed actors.
🎟️ Admission: $5 per person donation at the gate; $5.50 online.
💬 Learn more: www.independencehistoricalsociety.com/programs
All funds go directly to restoring the cemetery. Let’s come together to honor and preserve our history! See you there!
Advance admission/donation ($5.50 includes Square fees): https://square.link/u/zNebK0lj

08/06/2026

We had a blast at the newly rebranded INDEPENDENCE HISTORY CENTER for our 60th anniversary! The 60s vibe filled the Square with energy! A huge thanks to this amazing community for 60 years of support.

Stay tuned for upcoming events in the Community Spotlight and Independence Today magazines, and don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Let’s keep the celebration going!

07/31/2026

FRIDAY, JULY 31st!!! 5:00-9:00 PM
Come for a fun night of entertainment, celebration, and a look back into life in the 60s! Independence's very own, Kathrine Baumann, will be joining the Historical Society for our 60th Anniversary. She'll be signing autographs and displaying her famous handbags. You don't want to miss it! Bonus points if you dress in a 60s inspired outfit!

07/24/2026

FRIDAY , July 31st. 5:00-9:00 in the square!

07/08/2026

Get ready to travel back in time! The Independence Historical Society is turning 60, and we want YOU to join the celebration! Mark your calendars for a 60s-themed event in the Square and in the History Center on FRIDAY, JULY 31st, 4PM-8PM!

06/29/2026

THANK YOU to everyone who took the time to help out or visit Historic Hall this weekend! Your support for the Community of Faith exhibit and our organization is greatly appreciated!

06/27/2026

Phase 1 of the Hemlock Cemetery restoration has begun! You can use this link to donate to the cause:
https://square.link/u/jIxSZ9fk

06/23/2026