05.31.23 Missouri Town Spring Jamboree Saturday June 3

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 31, 2023

Media Contact: Marcy Caldwell

(816) 503-4831 | mcaldwell@jacksongov.org

Celebrate Spring at Missouri Town Living History Museum

KANSAS CITY, MO. – Enjoy a day filled with period music, dancing, food, crafts, games and more at the Missouri Town Spring Jamboree on Saturday, June 3 from 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at the Missouri Town Living History Museum, 8010 East Park Road, Lee’s Summit, MO. It promises to be a day of fun for the entire family!

Visitors of all ages will experience the work, play and daily life of Victorian children. Would you do chores like Laura Ingalls Wilder, or try to get out of them like Tom Sawyer? Our living history interpreters will guide activities to include lessons in our one-room schoolhouse, working the garden, competing in whistle and racing competitions, kite making, period children’s games, an 1850s photo booth, and caring for our heritage-breed livestock.

What: Spring Jamboree

When: Saturday, June 3 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Where: Missouri Town Living History Museum

8010 East Park Road, Lee's Summit, MO 64064

Cost: Adults - $8, Children (5-13) - $4, Seniors (62 & older) – $4, Children 4 and under – Free

On-site Contact: Sarah Sprinkle, Jackson County Parks + Rec  (816) 229-8980 x103 | ssprinkle@jacksongov.org

For additional information, call (816) 524-8770 or visit the Jackson County Parks + Rec website.

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About Missouri Town Living History Museum

Missouri Town Living History Museum is owned and operated by Jackson County Parks + Rec, with over 25 authentically furnished structures dating from 1820 to 1860 on 30 picturesque acres. Professional interpreters, dressed in period attire, bring history to life for all who visit. www.MakeYourDayHere.com/MissouriTown