Society of Friends of Fort Osage – Social
Fort Osage Staff will do a short presentation on period clothing for Fort Osage, as well as show some images as examples and discuss what the national landmark’s period clothing policy is.
Volunteers will present resources for making patterns, trading, sharing, and buying period clothing and accessories.
Society of Friends of Fort Osage – Meet the Staff
Meet the people who work at Fort Osage National Historic Landmark and Jackson County Parks + Rec.
Salute to Veterans
Visit Fort Osage as we commemorate the brave men and women who have fought for our country. Veterans and active military personnel will receive free admission with their military ID.
Food on the Missouri Frontier
Encounter the aromas of Missouri’s historic foods! Fort Osage staff and volunteers will prepare a wide variety of early nineteenth foods and beverages using historic methods.
Collectors’ Show
Second annual Collectors’ Trade Show where visitors will be able to peruse and buy the wares of antique dealers, military collectors, and reenactors as well as historically inspired craftspeople.
Frontier Fourth at Fort Osage
Enjoy the day at Fort Osage as the young republic celebrates the nation’s founding.
Spring Planting Day
See how people living in and around Fort Osage planted, maintained and used their gardens to grow their own food.
Commemorating the American Soldier
See how the uniforms, accouterments, and firearms of the United States soldier have evolved over more than 200 years and speak with historians who portray soldiers throughout American History.
Nature Walks
Stretch your legs with an early spring nature walk at Fort Osage.
Candlelight Tour of Fort Osage
Experience how the holidays were celebrated at the historic Fort in the early 19th century. Interpreters will bring the season to life during this guided candlelight tour. Enjoy seasonal beverages, snacks and other holiday-themed activities in the Education Center before or after your tour. Advance reservations are recommended as tickets are limited. The first tour will begin at 5:00 pm, with tours continuing every 20 minutes until 9:00 pm. Guests are advised to dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.