Holiday Hours
In observance of the winter holidays, Fort Osage will be closed the following days: November 25-28 December 24-26 December 31- January 1 We look forward to seeing everyone in 2022!
One Tank Trips: Fort Osage National Historic Landmark
Fort Osage was recently featured in the “One Tank Trips” series on KSHB-TV 41 in Kansas City, Missouri. You can read the full story on KSHB-TV’s website: https://www.kshb.com/news/local-news/one-tank-trips-fort-osage-national-historic-landmark
Fort Osage Barracks to Receive New Wood Floors
We would like to thank long-time Fort Osage Volunteer David Bennett for his contribution to underwrite the cost of new wood floors in the Fort Osage barracks, and artificer’s shop. The barracks, except for ‘B’ and ‘C’, have had dirt floors since they were reconstructed. Dave also coordinates the Annual Fall Muster at Fort Osage and The War of 1812 in the West Symposium.
Masks & Social Distancing are Required at Fort Osage
Masks and social distancing are required when you visit Fort Osage. Fort Osage National Historic Landmark is open to the public Tuesday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Information regarding Jackson Parks + Rec COVID-19 changes can be found on their website. For more information related to COVID-19, please visit the Jackson County Health Department website.
Holiday Hours
In observance of the winter holidays, Fort Osage will be closed on December 24th and 25th. We wish everyone a Merry Christmas and we look forward to seeing you in 2021!
Fort Osage National Landmark has Reopened to the Public
Fort Osage National Historic Landmark has reopened to the public after being closed to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Although Fort Osage has reopened, masks and social distancing are required when you visit the site. Fort Osage is open to the public Tuesday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30p.m. More information regarding this change can be found on theJackson County Parks + Rec website. For more information related to COVID-19, please visit theJackson…
Fort Osage National Landmark has Reopened to the Public
To safeguard against the spread of COVID-19, Fort Osage National Historic Landmark will be CLOSED through May 15, 2020. All events, programs, field trips, workshops and classes at Fort Osage National Historic Landmark, are cancelled through May 15, 2020. More information on the COVID-19 response can be found on the Jackson County Parks + Rec website. For more information related to COVID-19, please visit the Jackson County Health Department website.
David Bennett Receives the 2019 Volunteer Award
Congratulations to David Bennett on receiving the 2019 Jackson County Parks + Rec Department’s Outstanding Service Award! David spends a lot of time organizing the War of 1812 events at Fort Osage. He also portrays Captain Eli Clemson with the 1st U. States Infantry Living History Organization. The award was presented to David by Sarah Gauld, Superintendent of Jackson County Parks +Rec Historic Sites Division, at the Jackson County Parks + Rec Volunteer Awards dinner. CLICK HERE for…
Fort Osage Staff Member Awarded the Jackson County Associate of the Month: March 2018
Thanks to a keen eye and quick action the Fort Osage National Historic Landmark was saved from an out of control grass fire. Laura King was working as the gift shop attendant in the Education Center and was the last associate onsite for the day. She was getting ready to lock up for the day on February 18, when she noticed a few wisps of grey smoke coming up the hill from the river bank.…
Fort Osage National Landmark Scheduled to Re-Open
Jackson County Parks + Rec’s Fort Osage National Landmark and Education Center scheduled to re-open KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Fort Osage National Historic Landmark and Education Center will re-open to the public on February 27 under normal operating hours of 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. Owned and operated by Jackson County Parks + Rec, the Fort and Education Center have been closed after sustaining damage in a grass fire on the evening of February…