NEW STAGE OF 1859 JAIL PRESERVATION AND RESTORATION BREAKS GROUND
Front view of the 1859 Jail Museum.
Our Mission:
Preserve.
The Jackson County (Missouri) Historical Society is dedicated to the preservation and understanding of its county’s heritage and will promote the study, appreciation, and interpretation of local and regional history.
300K+
Archival Materials Preserved
The Jackson County Historical Society boasts one of the largest photograph depositories of our region’s history - many coming from the Wilborn Collection.
115+
Years Saving History
From 1909 at our founding to today, the Jackson County Historical Society continues to work tirelessly to save our county’s history.
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County
Jackson County isn’t just Kansas City. It’s the wonderful communities of Blue Springs, Buckner, Grain Valley, Grandview, Greenwood, Independence, Lake Lotawana, Lake Tapawingo, Lee’s Summit, Levasy, Lone Jack, Martin City, Oak Grove, Raytown, River Bend, Sugar Creek, Sibley, and Unity Village.
