- TripBuzz found 2 things to do with kids in or near Independence, Kansas.
- From Little House on the Prairie Museum to Riverside Park & Ralph Mitchell Zoo, the Independence area offers 11 different types of family activities, including: Amusement Parks (All Ages), Historic Homes, History Museums and Specialty Museums.
- Named in commemoration of the Declaration of Independence, the city of Independence, Kansas has a rich heritage and invites tourists to visit and learn about this beautiful area. Aside from its historic sites and home tours, the city also prides itself on its artistic culture, putting on many plays each year at the nearby college campus. The city also hosts the annual Halloween festival, Neewohllah and the William Inge Festival.
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2507 CR 3000, Independence, KS 67301
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The Little House on the Prairie Museum was built in 1869 and is the childhood home of Laura Ingalls Wilder.
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There are plenty of attractions at the Riverside Park & Ralph Mitchell Zoo besides the animals, even if the Monkey Island is the most popular one: in here there are also playgrounds, sculptures, an aquatic park, shelters, as well as other amenities.
32.4 Miles
The cowboy movie star Tom Mix lived in Dewey for a decent portion of his life, and the town created the Tom Mix Museum to highlight his life. Many items in the collection are his personal possessions.
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146 S Madison Blvd, Bartlesville, OK 74006
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Run by the Kiwanis Club of Bartlesille, Sooner Junior Miniature Golf Course is an 18 hole golf course with challenging obstacles. The concession stand sells refreshments, ice cream, candy, and cookies.
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The main draw of Kiddie Park are the numerous family-friendly rides. There are actually 18 rides and attractions, including the famous Train Ride, bumper cars, Ferris wheel, and even a small roller coaster.
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401 South Johnstone Ave-5th Floor, Bartlesville, OK 74003
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Bartlesville Area History Museum is situated on the top floor of the City Center and boasts 10,000 square feet dedicated to local history. The museum features talking animatronics, interactive displays, artifacts, and photographs.
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Looking into the life of the founder of the business, the Phillips Petroleum Company Museum includes images, artifacts, and stories about the life of Phillips and his family. Exhibits also investigate the early days of the company and how it became a major product.
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Located at the Biplane Museum and Complex, the Biplane Expo is an event that showcases a large number of biplanes to the local community. Numerous planes are brought to the museum and are put on display during the expo.
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Children's Musical Theatre has produced full-scale musicals with children from Grades 2-10 since the summer of 2000. The theatre also features performance opportunities, workshops, and camps open to various ages, depending on the program.
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1420 SE Washington Blvd, Bartlesville, OK 74006
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A movie theater featuring eight auditoriums, Regal Bartlesville Movies Stadium 8 displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater offers stadium seating, accessibility devices and a concession area with food and drinks.