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Ice Cream Social July 28, 2022 5:00pm - 8:00pm On the patio between Iron Kettle Brewing and the Historical Society $6/adults, $5/children 12 and under Read Marty Napier's weekly "Looking Back" column in Valley News:
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ABOUT
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The Grain Valley Historical Society formed in 1991 when a small group of citizens with an interest in history and a love for their hometown made plans to start a society. They began actively meeting at the Grain Valley Methodist Church (now Faith United Methodist) and by early 1992 they had adopted a constitution and elected Winona Sharp Burgess, one of the founders, the society’s first president.
The group met bi-monthly for an educational program and to conduct society business. A compilation of historical papers, photographs and artifacts was begun. The need for a building to display the collection soon became apparent to the Society. Many options for a museum sight were under consideration including a silo on property that was once a part of Sni A Bar Farms. Many projects were pursued to raise the funds necessary to purchase a site. Land was purchased to construct a building, however, in 1995 the land was traded as partial payment for the current location. Projects continued and with the generosity of members and friends of the Society, the present building at 506 Main was purchased. Hundreds of hours of love and labor went into restoring the old tin ceiling and adding a few modern conveniences before the building was ready for its debut at the Christmas Homes Tour in 1996. |
EXHIBITS
Our museum features collections from the early settlers of Stony Point and Pink Hill, the building of the Alton Railroad, the first citizens of Grain Valley and artifacts from 1878 to the present.
While the history and collections from the early settlers are an important part of the museum, the procurement and preservation of memorabilia from the modern day community is equally important. Allowing future generations to better understand their cultural heritage is the primary goal of the Society. It is not necessary to live in a town for fifty years to be a part of its history.
If you have pictures of old school buildings, businesses, homes or family photos that could be copied, or artifacts to give or loan to the Museum, please contact us at (816) 686-7582 or write us at
P. O. Box 414, Grain Valley, MO 64029
While the history and collections from the early settlers are an important part of the museum, the procurement and preservation of memorabilia from the modern day community is equally important. Allowing future generations to better understand their cultural heritage is the primary goal of the Society. It is not necessary to live in a town for fifty years to be a part of its history.
If you have pictures of old school buildings, businesses, homes or family photos that could be copied, or artifacts to give or loan to the Museum, please contact us at (816) 686-7582 or write us at
P. O. Box 414, Grain Valley, MO 64029
RENT THE MUSEUM
The building consists of a larger room for meetings and events, a small room with conference table for groups of 10 or fewer, a kitchen area and bathrooms.
This location is ideal for meetings, birthdays, anniversaries, family reunions, and other special events. The facility is available for half day or full day rental. Reasonable rates.
The rate is $100 for a half-day (morning, afternoon, or evening) and $150 for a full day rental.
For information contact:
Mary Harper at 816-867-5158 or 816-392-4873
This location is ideal for meetings, birthdays, anniversaries, family reunions, and other special events. The facility is available for half day or full day rental. Reasonable rates.
The rate is $100 for a half-day (morning, afternoon, or evening) and $150 for a full day rental.
For information contact:
Mary Harper at 816-867-5158 or 816-392-4873
JOIN THE GRAIN VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Help keep local history alive by joining the Grain Valley Historical Society.
Membership in the Historical is $20 per year for Individual Membership and $30 per year for Family Membership.
Checks should be made payable to Grain Valley Historical Society and mailed to:
Grain Valley Historical Society
510 Main Street
Grain Valley MO 64029
The Society gladly accepts donations of significance to Grain Valley History. Donations of photos or other memorabilia can be donated by contacting Marty Napier, mlnmizzou@gmail.com or phone (816) 686-7582.
Membership in the Historical is $20 per year for Individual Membership and $30 per year for Family Membership.
Checks should be made payable to Grain Valley Historical Society and mailed to:
Grain Valley Historical Society
510 Main Street
Grain Valley MO 64029
The Society gladly accepts donations of significance to Grain Valley History. Donations of photos or other memorabilia can be donated by contacting Marty Napier, mlnmizzou@gmail.com or phone (816) 686-7582.
CONNECT WITH US
Address: 506 S Main, Grain Valley, MO 64029
Telephone: (816) 686-7582
The Museum is open on Wednesdays from 10am - 3pm, Saturdays 11am - 3pm (when building is not rented for an event), and by appointment.
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