I was visiting a friend in Independence and she took me to visit the Historical Museum & Art…read moreCenter. What a delightful experience! The museum is housed in the original town post office; it's a grand old building which has been lovingly preserved, and most of the architectural details are still present. The main level is primarily an open gallery (which, on the day of our visit, was being prepared for a High Tea fundraiser the next afternoon; it was a treat to see all the lovely place settings at the tables!) with smaller galleries surrounding it (we weren't able to view most of these due to the preparations). Upstairs are three rooms furnished in the period as, respectively, an upper-class home's dining room; a barber shop; and a shoe shine booth. The basement is creatively partitioned into roughly twenty "rooms" of exhibit spaces, filled with everything from a 1869 log cabin to a general store, a blacksmith's shop, a school room, and other similar reconstructions from Independence's history. It was fascinating to learn about some of the famous people from Independence, and some of the interesting events that happened there (like the first night game in organized baseball, back in 1930). Many thanks to Theresa, our volunteer guide, who was SO welcoming and hospitable and spent some time chatting with us after our tour had finished. All of the volunteers are so dedicated, and the museum is the showpiece of their devoted work. Thank you for such a lovely afternoon!

as someone who takes their time to look at all the items in a museum, this place offered scavenger…read morehunts for my pre teen and teen child. thank you. I was able to look at the three levels at my own speed while the kids looked for the perfect amount of items on the hunt. after I was done, I went to help the kids find the three items they couldn't find. thank you for this interactive experience. the gal that worked was so resourceful. thank you all for your hospitality. side note, I did find that this used to be an old post office.

This was a cool bridge to cross last time we visited but drove by today and it is closed off. I…read moredidn't see an info sign anymore and it looked like a tree fell on it. Disappointed the city doesn't repair it and make it safe again.

This was on Trip Advisor to check out!!!…read more It states it was Closed on the website but the gate was open... If you want to cheat death go ahead and take a walk over this Bridge (like my hubby did). I stayed back as someone has to take care of our dog!!!! There is a reason it is Closed!! Boards need to be replaced and it just isn't safe!!!! Hopefully the City of Pawhuska will fix it because I am sure it is pretty cool to walk over!!!

My Alltime MLB Player The "Commerce Comet" Mickey Charles Mantle!!!…read moreYes I added this to my Bucket List and Now I have done it Folks!!! Wow Small time Boy makes it to Big Ole New York City and becomes a Baseball Legend. Just think it started here in Tiny Commerce Oklahoma!!!

My wife knew that Bonnie and Clyde spent time here in Joplin. What she didn't know was that the…read moreactual place is still standing. So we stopped by to check it out! They were here for nearly two weeks in 1933, resting and planning. It ended in a violent shootout where two police officers were killed. In the quick escape, the crime due left behind personal belongings, including a camera with undeveloped film that later provided iconic images of Bonnie and Clyde. The apartment was built around 1927 and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Yes, it's a real place and real people live here so be respectful of the private property. Still, you can walk around the front of the exterior. [Review 370 of 2025 - 429 in Missouri - 23932 overall]

We found the apartment was a little hard to find but a great place to find a part of our history…read moreand was nice to have the house on the National Register, we didn't go in but the building looks to be in good shape .

I have to say that although I have driven through Pawhuska many times over the years, I have not…read moreever visited it as a destination (especially since it's recent renaissance). I'm not a PW fanatic so there was no reason. But, when some girlfriends suggested we go see the downtown movie sets and check out the historic downtown area, I decided to join them. I was so glad I did. It sounds like a cliché, but everyone was so friendly and inviting. We felt truly welcomed in every single locally owned shop that we visited. Some of our stops stretched into thirty minute visits with the stores' owners. Really, I can't remember when I've had an experience like this. If you have not been to look at the movie set (turning the downtown into Fairfax for the upcoming "Killers of the Flower Moon" film) you must. Although they were not filming in town the day we visited, there was still a lot of the film crew working on the set or showing people around. It was cool to feel like a part. Also, I can't stress how nice all of the other boutiques and shops were around town. (Before you leave, check out the swinging bridge and the Saint Kateri shrine.)

Old town was essentially a ghost town and it is in a fun revitalization process. Some neat little…read moreshops and of course all of the Pioneer Woman stuff. Frontier Hotel was sooo neat. Such friendly people everywhere we went

Second time there. First time was several years ago. I like the mixture of historic artifacts…read more The Greek and Roman sections were my favorites. I spent a lot of time reading the information posted. I spent over two hours there. There is a children's play area on the third floor if you want to bring your youngsters.

I am a sucker for old school encyclopedic museums, and this one is pretty iconic in this arena…read more It's eclectic, filled with oddities, and super fun for the whole family. Where else are you going to see dinosaurs, mummys, and a handwritten letter by Elizabeth I? I really enjoyed walking around, exploring, and I know my kiddo did as well. It's in an old building downtown and has loads of charm everywhere you look. 4/5 stars because I thought the kids play area was a bit of a letdown - it felt a bit dirty and neglected. There also isn't a cafe, which I think would be a fun addition if they ever plan on expanding or remodeling. The exhibits were wonderful though, and I thought for the price it was a great deal. Overall I'd for sure go back and if you're the kind of person that enjoys something off the beaten path, or has a love for old stories and a solid diorama, this is the place for you.

I've been in two states at the same time before. That's easy. I've been in the east and the west at…read morethe Royal Observatory in London https://www.yelp.de/biz/royal-observatory-greenwich?hrid=1QtILqtPjHye7oSXzIIR_w. I've not been in four states at the same time I didn't make it to the four corners https://www.yelp.com/biz/four-corners-monument-teec-nos-pos?uid=hWDybu_KvYLSdEFzGrniTw but now I can say that I've been in THREE states at the same time! Located where the Oklahoma Turnpike crosses over into Missouri and that's conveniently next to Kansas as well. It's ten minutes to get off the highway, drive around the roundabout and then go about a half mile down a dirt road. Circle around at the end and park near the big stone tower. Oklahoma and Missouri and Kansas. Pretty neat and worth the detour. Note that the road and the marker are not illuminated at night. [Review 16287 overall - 109 in Missouri - 1793 of 2021.]

Stopped here on our way out of town. It's a fun place to stop and realize you're in different…read morestates at one time (the girls thought that was super cool). Definitely worth a stop! Only reason I gave it 4 stars is because you almost don't realize it's there and not much signage.

Are you a Frank Lloyd Wright aficionado? Keep reading…read more.. The Inn at Price Tower is a Wright time capsule and well worth the time and expense to visit this building and immerse yourself in the architectural experience. I'm a retired architect and a big FLW fan. The "hospitality side" (ie: what normal consumers expect from a hotel property) is pretty non-existent. Let me explain: Not to get into mechanical engineering weeds, but the building has a 2-pipe HVAC system. This means that the entire building is either heating or cooling depending upon the season. No matter how hot or cold you may be in your hotel room, if the system is in heating mode (wintertime) there is no A/C available. Likewise, if the system is in cooling mode (summertime), there is no heating available. We stayed 2 nights in early May so the heating was still on (kind of between seasons), but since there was an oscillating fan available in our room, we were fairly comfortable sleeping. Not really a biggie, just be aware of the building's heating/cooling limitations. The other thing really perplexing was that there was no coffee service available in the morning. The in-house restaurant did not offer breakfast, the Lobby area provided no guest coffee service and there was no in-room coffeemaker provided - weird! In the last 30 years of business travel I can't recall a similar situation. In order to get coffee, guests are required to walk 2 blocks to a local coffee shop that opens at 6am weekdays and 7am weekends. Super inconvenient from a "hospitality" standpoint. So, if you're familiar with Wright's design sensibilities, you'll recall that he never had much use for bathrooms and elevators - both of which are super small by modern standards and current building codes. Don't expect the spa level experience you may have enjoyed at other boutique hotels - they 'aint there, lol! If you go into the Inn at Price Tower experience with a "Wright state of mind", you'll enjoy your stay and be able to forgive the limitations of the design. The tour is well worth the price, and I highly recommend participating. Our group consisted of only me and my wife, so it was basically a private tour. It was advertised as a 60-minute tour, but our Dosen gave us nearly 2 hours! Really interesting. Take-a-ways: Bring you own coffee maker and breakfast items. Be prepared for the seasonal interior heating or cooling situation and be sure to have reasonable expectations for living in a Wright-designed building for a night or two. If you have these, your experience will be a lot of fun. Enjoy!

First thing's first: adjust your expectations. This is a historic venue. Sometimes the showers…read moretake a long time to heat up and sometimes they stay lukewarm. Sometimes it's hot or cold because there are no individual thermostats. Fans and heaters are provided aa needed. I haven't stayed in the winter, but in the summer, once the sun goes down, with the fans, it's quite pleasant. I stayed in the king bed two story suite. It's airy, full of light, roomy, beautiful. I adore the tall windows. There is a TV upstairs and downstairs. The bed is plush and comfy and the linens crisp, fresh, and clean. The bathroom is quite small, but inline with FLW and the times. The facility gives tours and they are interesting and enlightening! There is a restaurant on site, open Tuesday through Saturday (reviewed separately). It's the closest thing you get to elevated in Bartlesville. They have trivia Tuesdays, wine Wednesday, live entertainment Thursday, karaoke Friday, and regular Saturdays. Staff is always wonderful. Highly recommended. But please don't rate this unique, historical site on the same plane as four seasons.

If you are in the Coffeyville area stop by for a self walking tour visit. It gives you a great…read moreinsight to how Laura Ingalls Wilder lived. Very nice and helpful lady at the front desk!

Kansas 01-2024 Laura Ingalls Wilder Little House on the Prarie near Independence. I was so super…read moreexcited but Tony just didn't understand! He said it was a Girl Thing!! RIGHT LADIES??? I grew up reading her books over & over again & again! I hope I wasn't the only Ingalls Nerd !!! But, to me this was one of the highlights of my trip. It was closed for the season but just being there on the farm she grew up on, near the house PA Built, it was a little overwhelming but Tony didn't understand but it was just as amazing to me as the Grand Canyon. It was on my Bucket List and I'm so glad to have been able to walk on her farm and touch her doorknob. Weird to some? But, many will understand!!! #bucketlisttriplisatony2024