TOP 10 Heritage sites in Lee's Summit, Missouri

Missouri Town Living History Museum offers visitors a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience life in a small Missouri town just before the Civil War. With over 25 historic buildings dating from 1822-1860 spread across 30 picturesque acres, the museum provides a glimpse into daily life in the mid-1800s. Visitors can explore original structures filled with historic tools and furnishings, interact with living history interpreters, and learn about heirloom crops and heritage breed livestock. Special events throughout the year focus on different aspects of 19th-century community life, from politics to music to farming. The museum is located in Lee's Summit, Missouri, and is open from April 1 to November 15, with self-guided tours available every Tuesday through Sunday. Large groups can arrange discounted tours by contacting the museum in advance.