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Harry S Truman National Historic SiteTruman Farm Home in Grandview, Missouri
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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

Elizabeth Emery Gates, Bess Truman's grandmother, ca. 1903. Credit: Truman Library.  

Did You Know?
When Mrs. Truman’s grandmother died in 1924, her will left her house to her son (Bess Truman’s uncle). Mrs. Truman’s mother purchased the house from him for $10,000 and owned it until her death in 1952.

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