Independence was the boyhood home of Pulitzer Prize winning playwright William Inge whose Midwestern upbringing shaped such dramas as “Splendor in the Grass” and “Come Back, Little Sheba.” The William Inge Collection, housed at Independence Community College, contains original manuscripts, documents and memorabilia; phone (620) 332-5468. Nearby Elk City Reservoir and State Park offers water sports and other recreation .
Visitor Centers
Independence Area Chamber of Commerce 616 N. Penn Ave. Independence, KS 67301. Phone:(620)331-1890 or (800)882-3606