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The heyday of the stockyards is long gone, undermined by flood, environmental concerns, and shifting economics. But this powerful financial engine is celebrated in Cowtown:... details>>
Join us on Kansas Day as we explore the role Kansas played in the Civil War, the impact the war had on Kansas even after it ended, and the experiences shared by Kansans in the... details>>
Do you remember the "good old days"? From oil lamps and the country stores to homemade soap and the ice houses; come join us as we take a trip down memory lane! details>>
12/11/2014
Director selected to lead Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site
12/2/2014
Freedom's Frontier Board of Trustees will meet in Leawood, KS
Events that happened in the 29 eastern Kansas and 12 western Missouri counties of Freedom’s Frontier National Heritage Area led to the Civil War and an enduring struggle for freedom. Conflict over slavery and other issues drew those on both sides into a violent Border War. Missouri heroes were Kansas villains. Kansas victories were Missouri tragedies. Now Freedom’s Frontier bridges the border. Explore Freedom’s Frontier National Heritage Area and experience from many viewpoints the strong freedom story that runs along the Missouri Kansas border.
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Begin your Historic Liberty audio tour and learn about the county’s southern identity. details>>
Truman’s life and presidency was impacted by the history of Freedom’s Frontier. Explore the legacy of our history. details>>
Discover how the tallgrass prairie provided the setting for Native Americans and pro-state settlers, alike. details>>
