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Harry S Truman National Historic Site
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Harry S Truman NHS Mission Statement
The mission of Harry S Truman National Historic Site is to interpret the broad life experience of President Truman encompassed in the National Park Service resources in Independence and Grandview and to preserve those resources which tell his life story. The park seeks to educate present and future generations about Truman, his role as a citizen and his influence on history.

 

Designation
National Historic Site - May 23, 1983
Bronze Hindu gong found in the Truman home. Credit: National Park Service  

Did You Know?
The oldest object found in the Truman home by the National Park Service is a bronze Hindu bell-gong made in Korea, ca. 1400.

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Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:22 EST