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Next Event - "Spirit of Christmas Past"
Once Upon a Time - A Fairy Tale Christmas Celebration
Bingham-Waggoner Estate
November 28 Thru December 30, 2008
(Closed December 23,24,25)
10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. - Monday thru Saturday
1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. - Sunday
Adults - $5.00 Youth 6 to 16 - $2.00

Christmas is just around the corner. Now is the time to make plans to visit the Bingham-Waggoner Estate for our Spirit of Christmas Past tour. This year's theme: "Once Upon a Time - A Fairy Tale Christmas" promises to be a spectacular holiday event you will not want to miss.

Come view the estate decked out in elegant holiday splendor. Prepare to be dazzled as you visit room after room lavishly decorated to opulent Christmas decor. When you have completed your tour we invite you to relax in our third floor tea room with a cup of spiced tea and perhaps a cookie or two. And don't forget your holiday shopping needs. Our Carriage House Gift Shop is just the place to find that one-of-a-kind gift for someone special.

This year we are pleased to once again host our Twilight Tour to be held on Sunday, December 7, 2008, from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. This magical "after hours" tour is certain to put a little sparkle in your holiday season. In addition to our tea room and gift shop being open during the evening hours, we will feature live music in our Carriage House with additional entertainment in the main house for this special time. Tickets prices for the "after hours" tour will be the same as for the regular tour.

While you visit the Estate, be sure to purchase one of the Bingham-Waggoner collectable ornaments made yearly by our dedicated volunteers. We will also have Bingham-Waggoner Cookbooks for sale on the third floor with the tea room goodies.

Come celebrate the beauty of this glorious Christmas season at the Bingham-Waggoner Estate. We will look forward seeing you soon!

Heritage Homes Holiday Tours
Admission to all Heritagae Homes
Adults - $12.00 for all 3 sites
Youth 6 to 16 - $2.00 at each site

Bingham-Waggoner Estate
313 West Pacific
816 461-3491


The 1859 Jail, Marshal's Home
217 North Main
816 252-1892


The Vaile Mansion - De Witt Museum
1500 North Liberty
816 325-7430


For more information call:
Shireen McLaughlin
(816) 461-3491



MURDER MYSTERY DINNER THEATRE - 2009

A murder has been committed and you are invited to help solve the crime. On Saturday, February 21, 2009, for 6 P.M. to 9 P.M., the Bingham-Waggoner Historical Society will present an evening of fun and laughter as we turn back the clock to the Roaring Twenties and transform the Mansion into a Prohibition-Era Speakeasy.

This special fund-raising event is limited to 130 guests. Tickets are $45.00 per person, all inclusive. There will be hor'dourves, dinner, drinks, dessert, and of course, you get to play detective! What a great way to spend an evening with your sweetheart or best friend. Don't forget to dress for the part!

We will also be holding a silent auction with some fabulous items up for bid. Did we mention door prizes? We'll have plenty to give away.

This is a reservation only event. For more information or to purchase tickets contact Shireen McLaughlin at 816-461-3491. Don't delay - call now!




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Map & Directions

2008 Tour Dates

·  Regular Season: April 1-October 31

·  Christmas Season: Nov 28-Dec 30 (closed Dec 23, 24, 25)

Hours of Operation

·  Monday-Saturday: 10am-4pm

·  Sunday: 1pm-4pm

Admission

·  Adults: $5.00

·  Senior Citizens: $4.50

·  Children/Students: $2.00

·  Group Rates: $4.50

Our programs include:

Education

·  Providing tours to special interest groups

·  Working in cooperation with the Three Sites Organization projects

·  Site Education Programs

·  Art Programs, including George Caleb Bingham Exhibit

·  Supplying local schools and teachers with educational materials

·  Research and Restoration Programs

Social

·  Annual Pig Roast

·  Truman Birthday Celebration

·  Lewis & Clark Trail Breakfast

·  Antique and Craft Show

·  Fashion Show and Luncheon

·  Christmas Open House Tours

Community

·  Providing facilities for special recognition programs for government, civic, and private groups

·  Rental to private groups i.e. weddings, family reunions, business social functions

Our Mission
The Bingham-Waggoner Historical Society is organized for the preservation and interpretation of this site. Its focus is to increase the understanding of the history of the Queen City of the Trails, as well as, to be an economic asset to tourism industry, generating interest and dollars while at the same time preserving its special identity

 

To contact us:

Bingham-Waggoner Historical Society
P.O. Box 1163
313 West Pacific
Independence, Missouri 64051

Site Coordinator: Shireen McLaughlin

Phone: 816-461-3491
       Fax: 816-461-1540
 Email: INFO@BINGHAM WAGGONER


Web Site Author: Sharon Royer


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