Independence Historical Society

THANK YOU to everyone who took the time to help out or visit Historic Hall this weekend! Your support for the Community of Faith exhibit and our organization is greatly appreciated!

Phase 1 of the Hemlock Cemetery restoration has begun! You can use this link to donate to the cause:
https://square.link/u/jIxSZ9fk

ANNOUNCEMENT: HEMLOCK CEMETERY RESTORATION IS UNDERWAY!
The Independence Historical Society is pleased to announce that the first phase of monument restoration at Hemlock Cemetery will start on Saturday, June 27th and continue throughout 2026, as weather permits. Workers will be present alone, and for insurance and safety reasons, cannot be disturbed. However, passers-by are welcome to observe the process.

If you have ancestors buried at Hemlock, please email us to consider “adopting a grave” to support our restoration efforts and honor your family member. We welcome questions and concerns from those related to anyone buried at Hemlock. Email us for a list of surnames.

We look forward to restoring this important Independence landmark and hope it becomes a destination for learning about the early pioneers of Independence.

We are planning a fun informational event at Hemlock Cemetery in October. Please follow us on Facebook or our website and check for updates in the Community Spotlight.

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!