We are currently working to reopen the National Frontier Trails Museum on a regular basis. However, until we get a new staff hired and trained, our hours will fluctuate.
Our current hours are as follows:
| Sunday |
Closed |
| Monday |
Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
| Friday | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
| Saturday | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
Please note: Group tours can be arranged by appointment only. Please reach out to fbuhro@indepmo.org to arrange a group tour.
About Us
The National Frontier Trails Museum is a history museum, interpretive center, and research library dedicated to telling the rich history of America’s principle, pioneering trails, including the Oregon, Santa Fe and California trails. We're located in Independence, Missouri, a key starting point for hundreds of thousands of pioneers who risked their livelihoods for a new life in the American West.
Directions
The museum is located south of the Historic Independence Square, 3.3 miles north of I-70.
National Frontier Trails Museum
Independence, MO 64050
Phone: (816) 325-7575
Fax: (816) 325-7579
E-mail: NFTMInfo@indepmo.org
Hours & Admission
We are currently closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We expect to reopen in August. New hours to follow.