Planning for a Family Visit to the Missouri Historic Sites
Bringing your family to the Missouri Historic Sites? There are many things that visitors of all ages will enjoy! We have gathered suggestions to help make your trip memorable, enjoyable, inspiring, and fun.
Things to See and Do as a Family
While everyone is welcome everywhere at the Missouri Historic Sites, younger audiences might be especially interested in the following places and activities:
The Independence Visitors’ Center can be an exciting place for kids to learn about the gospel and the history of the Church.
Liberty Jail helps people of all ages learn about the history of the Church in Missouri and the Prophet Joseph Smith’s time in jail.
Adam-ondi-Ahman offers miles of walking paths and hiking trails where families can spend time together.
Common Questions
Where are the baby-changing facilities?
Where are the baby-changing facilities?
There are baby-changing tables in most of the restrooms at the historic sites. If you’re unable to locate a baby-changing table, please ask a missionary for assistance.
Where are the family restrooms?
Where are the family restrooms?
The Independence Visitors’ Center has family restrooms. All visitors’ centers have standard male and female restrooms, and most restrooms outside of visitors’ centers are individual restrooms, allowing for more privacy.
Where can I breastfeed?
Where can I breastfeed?
You are welcome to breastfeed anywhere at the historic sites where you feel comfortable. If you’d like more privacy, please speak to a missionary, who can direct you to a secluded room.
Are strollers allowed in historic buildings?
Are strollers allowed in historic buildings?
Strollers are allowed in historic buildings. Please be aware that some of the buildings might be difficult to navigate with a stroller. Many of the buildings also have steps at entrances, so you will need to be able to get the stroller over the threshold.
Do you have stroller parking?
Do you have stroller parking?
Stroller parking is available at all visitors’ centers. Please ask a missionary to direct you to the designated area.
Do you have any hands-on activities available at the Missouri Historic Sites?
Do you have any hands-on activities available at the Missouri Historic Sites?
Yes! Visit the Independence Visitors’ Center for a children’s play area and interactive exhibits for youth and children.