06.10.25 Jackson County Parks + Rec: Fun on the Bluff at Fort Osage
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 10, 2025
Media Contact: Marcy Caldwell
(816) 503-4831 | (913) 568-8593
mcaldwell@jacksongov.org
Jackson County Parks + Rec presents Fun on the Bluff at Fort Osage National Historic Landmark
SIBLEY, Mo. – Jackson County Parks + Rec is excited to announce Fort Osage National Historic Landmark’s “Fun on the Bluff” event on Saturday, June 14. Bring the entire family to enjoy the great outdoors with activities such as hearth cooking, tomahawk throwing, blacksmithing, arts and crafts, archery, atlatl dart throwing, flintknapping, textile spinning, musket firing and more. New family-friendly hands-on activities in the Education Center make this a great event to attend. Food and refreshments will be available on the grounds.
What: Fort Osage National Historic Landmark’s Fun on the Bluff
When: Saturday, June 14, 2025, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m
Where: Fort Osage National Historic Landmark, 105 Osage Street, Sibley, MO 64088
Cost: $15.00 per car or $25.00 per bus
Onsite Tess Evans, Jackson County Parks + Rec Site Administrator
Contact: (816) 650-3278
About Fort Osage National Historic Landmark
Built in 1808, under the initial direction of William Clark of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, Fort Osage served a dual role as both a military garrison and a trade center. Today, authentically attired historical interpreters take visitors on a journey through Fort Osage’s past. Guests enjoy breathtaking views of the reconstructed historic site that overlooks the Missouri River as they learn about the daily life of military, civilian and Native American populations at Fort Osage. The 4,000 square foot Education Center offers exhibitions and a museum store with books, unique gifts and souvenirs. Fort Osage National Historic Landmark is owned and operated by Jackson County Parks + Rec. The Fort is located at 105 Osage Street in Sibley, Missouri, and is open year-round, Tuesday through Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.