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Jackson County played a major role in history as a gateway for pioneers heading West. Some of Jackson County's most popular historic attractions are:
Fort Osage National Historic Landmark
107 Osage Street
Sibley, MO 64088
Missouri Town 1855
8010 E Park Road
Lee's Summit, MO 64064
Online Reservation
Fort Osage National Historic Landmark & Education Center (open year round)
Hours of Operation:
Tuesday-Sunday 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (closed Mon)
Admission Fees:
Adults $7; Youth (5-13) $4; Senior Adults (62+) $3 Missouri Town 1855
Hours of Operation:
Mar 1-Nov 15, Tue-Sun 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (closed Mon)
Nov 16 - Feb 29, Sat and Sun 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Admission Fees:
Adults $5; Youth (5-13)$3; Senior Adults (62+) $3 Missouri Town & Fort Osage will be closed to the public on Christmas Day and New Year's Eve.
Jackson County Parks and Recreation hopes this Teacher's Guide is useful to educators planning to visit Missouri Town 1855 or Fort Osage National Historic Landmark. This guide has been designed as a basis from which to direct class studies and prepare the students for their site activity. Please feel free to duplicate or rearrange this format to one which best benefits the students.
Click here to download the Teachers Guide to Fort Osage and Missouri Town 1855 in PDF format.
Preservation and Restoration Devotees and Supporters (PARDS) annual memberships are available by calling (816) 503-4860. This membership offers the following special benefits for its owner(s):
Free admission to both Historic Sites during daytime operating hours
Free admission to all daytime special events
10% discount on all regularly priced merchandise at gift shops
Four (4) one-time complimentary passes to share with friends
A family membership is currently $40; individual memberships are $30. Become a member and enjoy a fun-filled, inexpensive experience for you, your family or as a gift to a friend or relative!
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