Experience how the holidays were celebrated at the historic Fort in the early 19th century. Authentically attired interpreters lead guests through this unique evening event inspired by the winters at Fort Osage. Guests will travel back in time to listen to the issues of the day presented by those who once called Fort Osage home. The Education Center will offer a warm place to take part in holiday-themed activities and seasonal beverages!  Advance reservations are recommended as tickets…

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Enjoy the sights and smells of history in the making! See live demonstrations of hearth cooking and food preparation techniques from the early 1800s. Walk through our heirloom garden on one of our garden tours to see how fruits and vegetables have changed over time.  You will learn how the soldiers and civilians of Fort Osage preserved food for the long winter and take home recipe cards for some of our favorite historic foods. This…

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Ready to make memories for the whole family? Join us for music, food, storytelling, games and crafts from the past. Take in the views of the Missouri River from the bluffs of this National Landmark, and explore life on the wild frontier of the early 1800s! Check back for the event schedule. This event may change with or without notice. While we will make our best effort to update this page, it is recommended that…

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Ever wonder what it was like to be a young lady in the Regency Era? Find out for yourself at the Fort Osage Ladies' Academy!

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Experience how the holidays were celebrated at the historic Fort in the early 19th century. Authentically attired interpreters lead guests through this unique evening event inspired by the winters at Fort Osage.

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Ready to make memories for the whole family?  Join us for music, food, storytelling, games and crafts from the past. 

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See the progression of the Unites States military from its creation to present-day. Guests will be able to speak with historians and view displays to see how the uniforms, equipment, and weapons of the United States soldier have evolved over time.

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Experience how the holidays were celebrated at the historic Fort in the early 19th century. Authentically attired interpreters lead guests through this unique evening event inspired by the winters at Fort Osage.

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Ready to make memories for the whole family?  Join us for music, food, storytelling, games and crafts from the past. 

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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.

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