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Bingham-Waggoner Historical Society

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Bingham-Waggoner Estate The Bingham-Waggoner Estate is a historic house museum in Independence, Missouri, showcasing life in the 1900s.
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Built in 1852, the house was once home to artist George Caleb Bingham and later William Waggoner, a prominent miller. The estate features beautiful outbuildings, including a carriage house, stable, and smokehouse, as well as a collection of original furniture, paintings, and decor. Guided tours are available, and the estate can be rented for special events. For more information, call 816-461-3491 or visit bwestate.net

10/31/2026

How many of you spotted us at the Independence Halloween Parade today? 🎃🚒

We were out reminding everyone to get out and VOTE YES on Question 1 this Tuesday, November 3rd!

A little rain wasn’t going to stop us!

If you saw us along the parade route, give us a shout in the comments!

10/31/2026

Our first Monsters & Mahjong at the Mansion is in the books!
What a fun night!

Here are a few pictures from the evening. Thanks to everyone who joined us!

Stay tuned and be sure to follow the Bingham Waggoner Historical Society for more fun events coming your way!

10/30/2026

Keep your eyes open for this beauty at the Independence Halloween Parade this Saturday, October 31, at 10 AM!

This vintage Independence fire engine will be making its way through the parade, reminding everyone about the November 3 election and Question 1, the bond proposal for repairs to five of Independence's historic sites.

If you spot it along the parade route, be sure to give them a wave and show them some love!

And don't forget to get out and VOTE on Tuesday, November 3!

10/28/2026

It's Wednesday, you know what that means....it's time for another Would You Rather Wednesday — Mansion Edition!

With Halloween just around the corner, we're adding a little spooky fun this week!

Would you rather...

Spend a night alone in the mansion OR explore the attic after dark?

Tour the mansion by candlelight OR walk the grounds at midnight?

Hear footsteps in an empty hallway OR see a door slowly open on its own?

Look into a 150-year-old mirror OR peek inside a room that's been locked for years?

See a ghost in the window OR hear someone whisper your name when nobody's there?

Okay, who's brave enough to answer ALL FIVE????

Drop your choices in the comments! We want to know just how brave our Bingham friends really are!

10/28/2026

November 3 is right around the corner, and this is a BIG vote for Independence!

The Beacon did a great job explaining what's on the ballot and what it means for five of our historic sites, including the Bingham-Waggoner Mansion.

If you've been following our page, you know we've talked a lot about the repairs needed at the Bingham. And believe me, there's plenty that needs attention!

These buildings have been part of Independence for generations.

Please take a few minutes to read the article, share it with your friends and neighbors, and make sure you get out and VOTE on November 3!

How is this different from last year’s historic-buildings bond question? What happens if it fails? Do Independence taxpayers get any benefit?

10/28/2026

What’s really at stake for Independence’s five historic sites? This KCTV5 story does a great job explaining what’s needed, what Question 1 would do, and what it would cost taxpayers.

Please take a minute to read and SHARE!

Vote YES on Question 1 on November 3rd!

GO Bond Question 1 would authorize the city to issue bonds to renovate, improve and equip historic buildings, facilities and grounds.

STORY >>> https://www.kctv5.com/2026/10/27/independence-voters-decide-199-million-bond-5-historic-sites/

10/27/2026

Just one week from today….

Tuesday, November 3rd is Election Day! Our historic sites are such a special part of what makes Independence home. Please take a moment to learn about Question 1 and remember to get out and vote!

Let’s show up for our Independence community and Save Our Sites!

10/26/2026

Happy National Pumpkin Day from The Bingham! 🎃
Show us your porch pumpkins.
The photo below was taken a few years ago. Isn’t it beautiful?
The Bingham property is such a wonderful place for pictures this fall! 🍂🍁
Next time you’re in the area stop in we’d love to show you around!

10/25/2026

and……THAT’s a WRAP!
We had well over 200 visitors come through The Bingham today for our final FREE Open House Sunday!
It was great seeing so many people and meeting folks who had never been inside the mansion before!

To those visitors today-
THANK YOU!
We even managed to wrap things up just in time to get home and cheer on the Chiefs tonight! ❤️💛 GO CHIEFS! 🏈

*if you enjoy seeing what’s happening at the Bingham, give our page a FOLLOW and SHARE it with your friends! We’ve got lots of fun things planned, and we’d love to have you along for the fun!

Address

313 W Pacific Avenue
Independence, MO
64050

Opening Hours

Thursday	10am - 3pm
Friday	10am - 3pm
Saturday	10am - 3pm
Sunday	1pm - 3pm

Website

http://www.bwestate.net/

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