Replica of the original U.S. Liberty Bell
Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum - Independence, MO
Peaceful outdoor courtyard at the museum
Gravesite of Harry and Bess Truman set within the museum courtyard
Eternal Flame of Freedom honoring Truman’s service during World War I
The actual office Truman used at his presidential library and museum
The famous sign that sat on Truman’s desk during his presidency
Replica of Truman’s Oval Office
Exhibit depicting the “boom” of the late 1940s enjoyed by many Americans
Display featuring Truman’s legendary “Whistle-Stop Campaign” of 1948
Exhibit depicting the conflict between
President Truman and General MacArthur
Harry and Bess Truman’s home in Independence, MO
Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum
View of flag and grounds in front of the Truman Library & Museum
View of sign and long sloping lawn in front of library & museum
Historical marker explaining the history of Independence, Missouri, Harry Truman's home town
Gravestone marking Harry Truman's final resting place
Gravestone marking Bess Truman's final resting place
Inside the courtyard, facing the Trumans' gravesite
Stone plaque explaining the significance of the Eternal Flame of Freedom
The Legacy Gallery, highlighting the accomplishments and lasting legacy of the Truman presidency
The Eternal Flame of Freedom, located in the courtyard just outside the Legacy Gallery
Bronze sculpture of President Truman
Exhibit depicting Truman's decision to create his presidential library & museum
Exhibit depicting the planning and construction of the Truman library
Exhibits depicting the history of the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum
Exhibit featuring photographs, memos, and memorabilia from President Truman's inauguration in 1949
Large mural and other exhibits in the museum lobby depicting the early days of Independence, Missouri
Truman's famous sign on display just outside of the Oval Office replica
Exhibit featuring a portrait of President Truman
Exhibit featuring letters sent to President Truman
Exhibit featuring the photograph of Harry Truman solemnly taking the oath of office after President Roosevelt's sudden death
Exhibit featuring a quote from Harry Truman, said to reporters the day after he became president
Exhibit featuring a newspaper front page announcing Roosevelt's death
Exhibit featuring newspaper front page announcing the long awaited end of the war
Exhibit depicting the controversy still surrounding President Truman's decision to use atomic weapons
Exhibits and theater area depicting the early years of the Cold War
Exhibit depicting photograph and details of the Berlin Airlift
Exhibit featuring a timeline of the Cold War conflict in Berlin
Exhibits depicting the controversy and tension leading up to America's recognition of the new State of Israel
Exhibit depicting the growing tension in the struggle for racial equality during Truman's administration
Exhibit depicting the split in the Democratic party that led people to believe Truman had little chance of winning the 1948 election
Exhibit depicting President Truman's famous "Whistlestop Campaign" across the country
Exhibit depicting President Truman taking the oath of office after winning the election
Exhibit depicting the "heating up" of the Cold War
Exhibits depicting key events in the progression of the Cold War
Exhibits depicting additional key events in the Cold War
Exhibit displaying covers and pages of LIFE Magazines from 1952
Exhibit featuring photograph and details of Truman's final days in office
Sculpture and exhibit within the Legacy Gallery
Display of a quote from Harry Truman
Exhibit depicting the many ways in which Truman's legacy continues to be honored
Harry Truman quote on the outside wall of the library & museum
Exhibit describing Truman's office in his presidential library
Harry Truman's office at the library and museum
Exhibit describing Truman's time spent at his presidential library