Truman Library

Truman Library visitors to the exhibit can examine Katy McCormick’s photographs displayed alongside witness testimonials of the bombings.

Truman Library Makes Plans to Host Hiroshima Trees

Descendants of trees that survived the Hiroshima atomic bomb that helped end World War II are expected to be planted at the Truman Library sometime in 2024.

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Guests can enter the interior of the "Fractured Globe" to view videos describing the many challenges facing President Harry Truman following the end of World War II.

Take a Peek Inside the Re-imagined Harry S. Truman Library & Museum

On Friday, July 2, Harry S. Truman Library & Museum officials will reopen the Independence institution after a nearly two-year shutdown for a $29 million makeover.

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Nick Haines

Nick’s Picks | First COVID-19 Vaccines Expected in Kansas City This Week

The Kansas City area could begin seeing the first shipments of COVID-19 vaccine as soon as this week.

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David Wallace

Truman Family Secrets

A new book recounts the suicide that shadowed the family of Harry Truman.

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Israeli President Chaim Weizmann with President Truman with the torah at the White House

‘Truman Torah’ Reunited With Rabbi in Philadelphia

The famous “Truman Torah” given to Harry S. Truman after he recognized the founding of Israel has been reunited with the son of the rabbi who provided the gift.

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Harry Truman celebrating his upset election victory over Thomas Dewey.

Truman Library Getting Even More Wild About Harry

Almost 20 years ago Truman Library officials unveiled a $22.5 million renovation with exhibits considered state-of-the-art. This summer they shuttered the museum and announced a $25 million upgrade. One reason: Harry Truman’s story has become too big for the building. A new 12,000-square-foot permanent exhibit is expected to be unveiled in the fall of 2020…

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