Parks, Recreation and Tourism
The Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department is dedicated to providing a variety of leisure, wellness and educational opportunities for Independence residents and visitors through well-maintained parks, aquatic facilities, historic sites, and museums. Special events, programs and classes are available throughout the year for families, adults, seniors and children of all ages and abilities.


20th Annual Winter Solstice Torch Lit HIke
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
5:00pm
George Owens Nature Park
City-Wide, Entertainment, Family Activity, Holidays, Outdoor

Toddler Town - Dec. 7
Thursday, December 7, 2023
10:00am
Roger T. Sermon Community Center
City-Wide, Family Activity

Chess - weekly - Dec 7
Thursday, December 7, 2023
2:30pm
George Owens DeWitt Hall
City-Wide, Classes and Trainings, Entertainment, Family Activity
Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Truman Memorial Building
416 W. Maple Ave.Independence, MO 64050
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 1019
Independence, MO 64051