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Welcome to the Little House on the Prairie Museum, the official historical site of Laura Ingalls Wilder's book "Little House on the Prairie". Come visit our replica of the Ingalls family cabin and experience life on the prairie in the late 1800s.

About Us

At the Little House on the Prairie Museum, we are dedicated to preserving the history of Laura Ingalls Wilder's life and the era in which she lived. Our museum includes a replica of the Ingalls family cabin, an old post office, and a one-room schoolhouse. Visitors can step back in time and experience firsthand what life was like on the prairie in the late 1800s.

Our Mission

Our mission at the Little House on the Prairie Museum is to educate the public about the history of Laura Ingalls Wilder's life and the importance of preserving historical sites like ours. Through our exhibits and educational programs, we strive to inspire future generations to appreciate and learn from the past.

Black and white image of a wagon seat
Photo of a map of Independence, KS
Hours and Location

We are open all 7 days of the week (Sunday through Saturday) from 10 am to 5 pm in the months of March through October, weather permitting, located at
2507 CR 3000
Independence, Kansas.

Inside view of a wagon looking toward the front seat
Contact Us

For more information
about the Little
House on the Prairie Museum, please call
us at 620-289-4238.

Mark your calendars for Carrie Days!
Saturday,
August 2nd 2025

Black and white image of Carrie Ingalls Swanzey
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