National Frontier Trails Museum
Visit the National Frontier Trails Museum in Independence, Missouri and learn all about the Sante Fe, Oregon, and California Trails!
National Frontier Trails Museum and Missouri Mules
The National Frontier Trails Museum is the only museum in the nation devoted to the three great western routes: the Santa Fe, Oregon and California Trails. Located in Independence, MO, the principal jumping off point for all three trails, the museum highlights the unique features of each trail and their dramatic impact on American History.
Missouri designated the Missouri mule as the official state animal in 1995. Mules were introduced to Missouri in the 1820's and quickly became popular with farmers and settlers because of their hardy nature. Missouri mules pulled pioneer wagons in the 18th century and played an important role in the Santa Fe Trail.
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The Comfort Suites hotel is eight miles from the Truman Sports Complex, home of the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals and Kansas City Wizards.
The hotel is also minutes away from the Independence Center mall, the area's second largest shopping center; Worlds of Fun amusement park; Children's Mercy Hospital East; the Community of Christ World Headquarters; Adair Park Softball Complex; Bass Pro Shops; Independence Events Center, home of the Missouri Mavericks hockey team, and four casinos.
This Independence, MO hotel is conveniently located near the University of Missouri-Kansas City, William Jewell College and Metropolitan Community College-Blue River. Additional points of interest include: Kansas Speedway, Truman Presidential Museum and Library, Harry S. Truman National Historic Site, Centerpoint Medical Center, Kansas City Zoo.
Comfort Suites welcomes guests to the place where the Sante Fe, California and Oregon trails meet. While in Independence visit many historical sites such as the National Frontier Trails Museum; 1859 Jail, Marshal's Home and Museum; the 1827 Log Courthouse and several historic mansions.
Other area attractions include the Crown Center, a shopping, dining and entertainment complex; Union Station; Country Club Plaza entertainment district; Prime Outlets-Odessa and the Starlight Theater.
Independence, Missouri is home to many golf courses including Adams Pointe Golf Club, Drumm Farm Golf Club, Winterstone Golf Course, Tiffany Greens Golf Club and Shoal Creek Golf Course.
There are several restaurants within walking distance to the hotel.
This Independence, MO hotel's amenities include: free wired and wireless high-speed Internet access in all rooms and the lobby area, free local calls, free newspaper, free coffee.
Breakfast is full of hot and cold items featuring eggs, meat, yogurt and fresh fruit, cereal and more, including your choice of hot waffle flavors! If you're leaving early, a Your Suite Success™ Grab & Go bag is available for the two hours prior to breakfast.
Guests will enjoy hotel features such as an exercise room, indoor pool and hot tub. The hotel offers guest laundry facilities located on the property.
Hotel guests will appreciate the convenience of two phones with voice mail. The hotel also offers a meeting/activity room that can accommodate most events and business functions. Business travelers will enjoy the convenience of the business center.
All rooms are spacious and have a separate sitting area with a sleeper sofa. Rooms are equipped with 37-inch flat-panel televisions, refrigerators, microwaves, recharge devices, hair dryers, coffee makers, irons and ironing boards.
The Missouri River: Starting Point for the Western Trails, by Travis Boley
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The Missouri River: Starting Point for the Western Trails, by Travis Boley, Association Manager for the Oregon-California Trails Association - Tuesday, October 27, 2015.
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For many pioneers headed west, the Missouri River served as the
first leg in their journey to the Western Trails. Travis Boley,,
rethinks the Missouri River in terms of its unique status as a
waterway that doubles as a National Historic Trail.
He is already engaged in creating a 40 mile hiking/biking trail
in the shared historic corridor of the Oregon/California/Santa Fe
Trail from Sugar Creek, Missouri to Gardner, Kansas. It will
intersect with the Katy Trail Extension at 63rd and Blue Ridge
Blvd. in Raytown, Missouri making it possible for hikers and
bikers to easily access the Missouri River at the former Wayne
City Landing near present day Sugar Creek, Missouri.
His grander vision includes opening up wide swaths of the
Missouri River shoreline to allow similar non-motorized access to
our metro area’s riverfront, including trails that connect the
remaining historic sites from the Lewis & Clark Expedition and
the old riverboat landings for the wagon roads. This concept
would fully realize the idea that Congress established in the
1968 National Trails Act, which called for the building of
“retracement” trails in such corridors to forever preserve these
corridors.
U.S. Frontier Roads & Trails from 1820 - present
U.S. Frontier Roads & Trails from 1820 - present
The National Historic Oregon Trail Inerpretive Center in Baker City
Discover the Oregon Trail with living history performances, interactive displays, educational programs and a chance to walk in the ruts left by the pioneers more than 150 years ago at the Oregon Trial Interpretive center in Baker City Oregon
Dakota - United States
Dakota County is the third most populous county in the U.S. state of Minnesota. As of the 2010 census, the population was 398,552. The county seat is Hastings. Dakota County is named after the Dakota Sioux tribal bands who settled in the area. The name is recorded as Dahkotah in the United States Census records until 1851.
Dakota County is included in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI Metropolitan Statistical Area, the sixteenth largest metropolitan area in the United States with about 3.3 million residents. The county is bordered by the Minnesota and Mississippi Rivers on the north, and the state of Wisconsin on the east.
The county was the site of historical events at Mendota that defined the state's future, including providing materials for the construction of Fort Snelling across the river and the signing of the Treaty of Traverse des Sioux which ceded land from the native Dakota nation for the Minnesota Territory. The county's history was initially tied to the confluence of the Mississippi and Minnesota Rivers, both strategically important for United States expansion and as the convergence of the Dakota and Ojibwe nations who regarded the site as sacred. Influence shifted westward during the post-World War II settlement boom when Interstate 35 connected the western half of the county to Minneapolis and Saint Paul and bedroom communities grew. Most work outside the county but like many metro counties, Dakota continues to absorb industry and jobs from the core cities.
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The Grave of Jim Bridger
The grave of Jim Bridger at Mt. Washington Cemetery in Independence, Missouri. The last few pictures were taken of his statue outside of the National Frontier Trails Museum which isn’t too far from the cemetery.
The memorial reads:
James Bridger
1804 1881
“Celebrated as a hunter, trapper, fur trader, and guide. Discovered Great Salt Lake 1824, The South Pass 1827. Visited Yellowstone Lake and Geysers 1830. Founded Ft. Bridger 1843, opened Overland Route by Bridger’s Pass to Great Salt Lake. Was guide for U.S. Exploring Expeditions, Albert Sidney Johnston’s Army in 1857, and G.M. Dodge in U.P. Surveys and Indian Campaigns 1865-66. This monument is erected as a tribute to his pioneer work by Maj. Gen. G. M. Dodge.”
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America, A Look Back: End of The Trail (Documentary)
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The End Of The Oregon Trail
Part of the Quitting The Grave series of documentaries on American frontier history.
Special Thanks to Mark Hurlburt and the Clackamas County Historical Society. Please visit their website here: clackamashistory.org/
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Independence-Kansas City - Independence, Missouri
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Situated off I-70 in the charming, historic city of Independence, our hotel's property is near Kansas City and is surrounded by restaurants, shopping centers and local businesses. When you stay at the Holiday Inn Express® Independence - Kansas City hotel, you'll enjoy our great location, as well as perks like free Wi-Fi access.
Are you visiting the area on business? We offer a well-equipped meeting room with A/V equipment and catering options if you need to hold a corporate board meeting, and a Business Center, which includes copy, print and fax services, is provided for our hotel's guests. Independence, Missouri is home to companies like State Farm Insurance and just 15 minutes from big corporations in downtown Kansas City.
We're also near a variety of leisure attractions, including the Truman Home, National Frontier Trails Museum and Independence Event Center. The Independence Center Shopping Mall is just two miles away, as well. Because our hotel's near Kansas City, guests can also easily see a game at the Arrowhead and Kauffman stadiums or walk the bustling streets of downtown.
Once you're done touring the city, head back to the hotel's accommodations in Independence, Missouri and relax in the indoor whirlpool. We serve the piping hot Express Start Breakfast Bar each morning, which is complimentary to our valued patrons. Call today and let us help you plan your next Midwest getaway!
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A Special Place: The Fort Smith Story
Travel through the history of this great city from the early, wild frontier days to the strong, diversified economic area it has become today.
Trails Motel, Lone Pine Hotels - California
Trails Motel 2 Stars Lone Pine, California Within US Travel Directory Situated in Lone Pine, California Within US Travel Directory , just 3.2 km from Alabama Hills, this motel offers a seasonal outdoor pool. All comfortably furnished rooms include free Wi-Fi.
Each bright room at Trails Motel features a flat-screen TV with cable. All rooms are equipped with tea and coffee making facilities. A fridge and microwave are provided for added convenience. All rooms are non-smoking.
A Tesla charging station is available next to the motel at the Film History Museum. A 24-hour reception is offered at Trails Motel Lone Pine. Guests can relax in the lobby complete with a 32-inch TV.
Diaz Lake Recreation Area is 6.4 km from this motel. Traditional American fare is available at Alabama Hills Cafe and Bakery 4 minutes’ walk away.
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Trails Motel, 633 South Main Street CA 93545, USA
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Walking the Oregon Trail and Driving to the Top of the Bluff
The Scotts Bluff National Monument is a beautiful park on the Nebraska prairie. The ranger station/museum was full of information and our little explorers loved the Junior Ranger Program. The living history reenactment made the pioneer story come alive as we walked past the ruts of wagon wheels on the Oregon Trail. A rock slide has closed the trail to the top of the bluff, but vehicles can drive up and there are two hiking trails at the top - as well as a magnificent view!
We called the Robidoux RV Park home as we explored Nebraska this week and I could not have been more pleased. A wonderful, friendly, helpful camp host made our stay so enjoyable. The grounds are beautiful, most of the sites are paved with plenty of space between them, and there is a big open park and playground area for the kids to roam.
Scotts Bluff National Monument
Robidoux RV Park
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Pony Express Museum
Pony Express Museum in Saint Joseph, Missouri
The Pony Express Museum located in Saint Joseph, Missouri, documents the history of the Pony Express, the first fast mail line across the North American continent from the Missouri River to the Pacific coast. The museum is housed in a surviving portion of the Pikes Peak Stables, from which westward-bound Pony Express riders set out on their journey.
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NFM Treasure Gun - Girandoni Air Rifle as Used by Lewis and Clark
Lewis and Clark's secret weapon - a late 18th Century .46 cal. 20 shot repeating air rifle by Girandoni , as used bin the Napoleonic Wars. A Treasure Gun from the NRA National Firearms Museum. See more at Narrated by Phil Schreier.
Rock Creek Station
Rock Creek Station was an important stop on the California - Oregon Trail and for the Pony Express. The owner built a toll bridge for emigrants crossing Rock Creek.