When we arrived back at the Kansas City East KOA near Oak Grove, Missouri yesterday, Labor Day afternoon it was evident that the summer camping season was over. The formerly bustling campground was resembling a ghost town and the workers were beginning to heave a sigh...
What a powerful experience! So glad we opted to stay one more day and visit the National World War I Museum in Kansas City, Missouri. From the view of poppies under our feet representing the human sacrifice to the expansive view of a great American city from the top...
Museum Video When the Steamboat Arabia sank in the Missouri River in 1856 she was carrying over 200 tons of cargo, merchandise destined for general stores in 16 midwestern towns on the American frontier. All 150 passengers and crew survived but the goods she carried...
Biography Video House Tour Video His hometown of Independence, Missouri was the center of President Harry Truman’s life beginning in 1890 when a six year old Harry Truman fell in love with five year old Bess Wallace at Sunday School. The Harry S Truman National...
Our Anniversary celebration always continues with a Steak & Eggs breakfast the next morning. There’s a story behind the tradition. And there’s a challenge when you are on the road and in a different location every September 1st to find a restaurant...