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"Spirit of Christmas Past"
Merry and Bright
Bingham-Waggoner Estate
November 29 Thru December 30, 2013
(Closed December 23,24,25)
10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. - Monday thru Saturday
1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. - Sunday
Adults - $6.00 Youth 6 to 16 - $3.00
“Merry and Bright is the theme for Christmas at the beautiful Bingham-Waggoner Estate this year.
The Christmas season begins on the Estate on Friday, November 29th and will continue daily through Sunday, December 30th (closed Dec 23, 24 & 25).
Tours are offered Monday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sundays 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Ticket prices are $6.00 for all adults
and $3.00 for students 6 through 16. Children 5 and under are free.
For those who would like to enjoy the ambiance of a special evening, we will be presenting the Twilight gathering on Sunday, December
1st from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The Twilight tour will give you the opportunity to stroll at your leisure, enjoying some light
refreshment and live music while chatting with your friends, family and our talented decorators.
Ticket prices for this event are $6.00 for all adults and $3.00 for students 6 through 16. Children 5 and under are free.
Your visit to the Bingham-Waggoner Estate will begin in the Carriage House Boutique where you find lovely gifts for yourself or for someone special.
As always, members of the Bingham-Waggoner Historical Society receive 20% off boutique merchandise.
Following your tour, you may wish to relax in the 3rd floor Tea Room, enjoying music, cookies nd hot spiced tea or coffee.
If you're looking for somewhere special to bring your group for lunch or dinner during the holidays, the beautifully decorated Carriage House
welcomes 10 to 50 in a large, comfortable area where tables are set beautifully with china, glass stemware and silverware on linen
table cloths. We have delicious menu items to choose from, all served with dessert and coffee or tea.
Please call Shireen at (816) 461-3491 to select a date or with any questions.
Old friends, new friends - we look forward to sharing our Christmas proudly with you as part of your exciting holiday season.
Finally, if you would like to volounteer for a few hours playing our Steinway piano or your own musical instrument during the season,
please call (816) 461-3491. The enjoyment is immeasurable!
Thank you for your support. See you over the holidays!
Waggoner-Gates Milling Company Display
The Bingham-Waggoner Historical Society recently loaned artifacts from the Waggoner-Gates Milling Company to the Midwest Genealogy Center at 3440 S Lee’s Summit Road, Independence,MO. 64055.
The items will be in the Genealogy Center on display for a limited amount of time. The artifacts include pictures of the 1967 fire, photos of Mill workers, tools and records. The collection was put in place by Janice Pearson, Vice President of the B-WHS.
ESTATE LUNCHEON
The Bingham Waggoner Estate provides luncheons by reservation only, for groups from 10 to 50. We offer many delicious menu items
to choose from. The tables are decorated with seasonal arrangements and you will be served on china with silver and stemware.
Please call Shireen McLaughlin, Site Coordinator, at (816) 461-3491 with questions or to make your reservations.
Bingham-Waggoner Calendar link
Bingham-Waggoner Facebook Page
VIEW CHRISTMAS 2011 TV COVERAGE
ZIMMER BASEBALL GAME
Century-Old Board Game
View TV Coverage
View Bingham-Waggoner Photo Album
Map & Directions
2013 Tour Dates
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Regular Season: April 1-October 31
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Christmas Season: Nov 29-Dec 30 (closed Dec 23, 24, 25)
Hours of Operation
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Monday-Saturday: 10am-4pm
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Sunday: 1pm-4pm
Regular Season Admission
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Adults: $6.00
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Senior Citizens: $5.00
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Children/Students: $3.00
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Group Rates: $5.00
Our programs
include:
Education
· Providing
tours to special interest groups
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Working in cooperation with the Three Sites Organization projects
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Site Education Programs
· Art
Programs, including George Caleb Bingham Exhibit
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Supplying local schools and teachers with educational materials
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Research and Restoration Programs
Social
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Annual Pig Roast
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Truman Birthday Celebration
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Trail Breakfast
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Antique and Craft Show
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Fashion Show and Luncheon
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Christmas Open House Tours
Community
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Providing facilities for special recognition programs for government,
civic, and private groups
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Rental to private groups i.e. weddings, family reunions, business
social functions
Our Mission
The Bingham-Waggoner Historical Society is organized for the preservation and
interpretation of this site. Its focus is to increase the understanding of
the history of the Queen City of the Trails, as well as, to be an economic
asset to tourism industry, generating interest and dollars while at the same
time preserving its special identity.
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