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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.

Families enjoying the entertainer in front of them during the event, Popsicles in the Park, with a playground in the background at Mill Creek Park.
trail through woodlands

Earth Week! Nature Walk with a Naturalist

Friday, April 26, 2024
1:00pm
George Owens DeWitt Hall
City-Wide, Family Activity, Outdoor
Uptown Garden Faire 2024

Uptown Garden Faire

Saturday, April 27, 2024
8:00am
Independence Uptown Market
George Owens Volunteers

Earth Week! Invasive Plant Cleanup Day - Volunteer Event

Saturday, April 27, 2024
9:30am
George Owens Nature Park
City-Wide, Classes and Trainings, Family Activity, Outdoor

Parks, Recreation and Tourism

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 1019
Independence, MO 64051