DESTINATION

Independence

Independence was the boyhood home of Pulitzer Prize winning playwright William Inge whose Midwestern upbringing shaped such dramas as “Splendor in the Grass” and “Come Back, Little Sheba.” The William Inge Collection, housed at Independence Community College, contains original manuscripts, documents and memorabilia; phone (620) 332-5468. Nearby Elk City Reservoir and State Park offers water sports and other recreation .

Visitor Centers

Independence Area Chamber of Commerce 616 N. Penn Ave. Independence, KS 67301. Phone:(620)331-1890 or (800)882-3606

Things to Do

The Independence Historical Museum and Art Center

Little House on the Prairie Museum

Riverside Park

Ralph Mitchell Zoo

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