Free things to do in Independence this weekend

3 listings in Independence, MO: free events and always-free spots for the coming weekend.

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AttractionsFree (worth about $10)

Free tours of Harry Truman's home in Independence

Wed–Sun 9am–5pm (visitor center); closed Mon–Tue

Harry S Truman National Historic SiteIndependence

Tour the home Harry and Bess Truman lived in. Tours are free but need a ticket from the visitor center (223 N. Main St.), issued the same day, first come, first served, for groups of up to 8. Across the street, the first floor of the Noland Home has exhibits on Truman's life. Open Wednesday through Sunday.

Verified Oct 28 · National Park Service

Catch: Free same-day ticket from the visitor center; tours limited to 8

AttractionsFree (worth about $40)Eligibility applies

Borrow a free Truman Library pass from Mid-Continent Public Library

Museum Mon–Sat 9am–5pm, Sun noon–5pm (Apr–Dec); closed Sundays Jan 2–Mar 31

Harry S. Truman Library & Museum (pass from any MCPL branch)Independence

Adult Mid-Continent Public Library cardholders can check out a Harry S. Truman Library & Museum pass for up to a week. Each pass admits four people (adults, seniors or children) for general admission. Every branch has one pass, so ask your branch about availability. Late or lost passes are fined.

Verified Oct 28 · mymcpl.org

Catch: MCPL library card, age 18+ · One pass per branch: check out for up to 7 days

ServicesFree (worth about $50)

Free Memory Lab: digitize old tapes, film and photos at Midwest Genealogy Center

By appointment, three-hour time slots

Midwest Genealogy CenterIndependence

Mid-Continent Public Library's do-it-yourself Memory Lab has equipment to digitize VHS tapes, 8mm and Super 8 film, audio cassettes, camcorder tapes, photos, slides, negatives and documents. Lab access is free; book a three-hour slot to guarantee a station (walk-ins welcome if one is open).

Verified Oct 28 · mymcpl.org

Catch: Appointment recommended (walk-ins only if a station is free)