Independence Historical Society

06/02/2026

Thank you to the volunteers from KeyBank who helped clean up our displays at Historic Hall today.

You made a big difference!

06/02/2026

BACK TO THE SIXTIES!
The Independence Historical Society is excited to announce a 60's-themed celebration on July 31st in honor of our 60th Anniversary! We are seeking donations of 60s-style items for our exhibit, including:
• Clothing: Go-go boots, flowered miniskirt, psychedelic prints, peace sign jewelry, Nehru jacket, hippie attire
• Home decor: beanbag chair, s**g rug, lava lamp, bead curtains, small avocado green or harvest gold appliances, small mid-century modern furniture (side table, chair, wall art, starburst clock)
• Toys: Slinky, Barbie & Ken, GI Joe, Etch-a-sketch, Twister, Operation, Rock'em Sock'em Robots, Super Ball
• Music/Posters: Beatles, Motown, Woodstock, Sound of Music, transistor radio, boom box
• Media: Apollo program, moon landing, MLK Jr., Civil Rights Act, Women's Rights, Viet Nam

If you have something to contribute, please email us at [email protected] with a photo. If your item fits our needs, we’ll arrange for a meeting with you to complete a Deed of Gift form, and officially accept your tax-deductible donation.

Thank you so much for helping us celebrate and to bring a bit of nostalgia to the community! We hope to see you in the Square on July 31st!

05/27/2026

05/22/2026

LAST DAY FOR PRE-ORDERS for delicious red, white or blue muffins! Be sure to visit Historic Hall Monday morning while you're out in the Square, between 8:30 AM-11:00 AM. https://square.link/u/uM9ZAjTX

05/19/2026

Don’t miss out! Order by Friday to guarantee your Memorial Muffins!
Pick up Monday 8am-11am to enjoy breakfast during the ceremony in the Square or at Historic Hall.
www.independencehistoricalsociety.com/events

05/14/2026

1920s IHS grads were stepping into a "roaring" new world!
We’ve opened the archives to share these gorgeous commencement invitations from the 1920s. Art deco fonts and designs on sophisticated cream cardstock, from a century ago. Which design is your favorite?
Let us know in the comments!

05/14/2026

1920s IHS grads were stepping into a "roaring" new world!
We've opened up the archives to share these gorgeous commencement announcements. Art deco fonts and designs on sophisticated cream cardstock, from a century ago. Which design is your favorite? Let us know in the comments!

05/07/2026

Don’t miss out on a delicious treat this Memorial Day! Order your jumbo muffins from Sweet Creations by Evelyn by May 20th to guarantee yours! Enjoy them in the Square or cozy up at a table inside Historic Hall among the exhibits. Treat yourself to a freshly baked delight and make your holiday even sweeter!
Order now at https://square.link/u/uM9ZAjTX

05/05/2026

NEW EVENT!
Join us to explore our Community of Faith at Historic Hall
Saturday & Sunday, June 27th & 28th, from 1:00-3:00PM
Visit displays and discover the stories of Independence's four historic churches, which have been an important part of our community for nearly two centuries.
Delicious custom-designed cookies featuring each of the churches will be available at Historic Hall during the event for $4.00. PLEASE PURCHASE THEM AHEAD OF TIME TO GUARANTEE AVAILABILITY! Use this link: https://square.link/u/dw0U5FPc

04/24/2026

Order ahead to make sure we'll have a JUMBO muffin waiting for YOU! Choose from: blueberry, white chocolate chip or blueberry!