Vaile Victorian Society

Vaile Mansion - DeWitt Museum
1500 N. Liberty
Independence, MO 64051-0316

The Vaile Victorian Society was formed in 1983. Charter memberships began with a pre-gala sponsored by the Independence Pioneers Chapter of DAR of which Mrs. DeWitt was a member, and the City of Independence. Following this event the house was opened to the public for two days and society memberships were taken that week-end.

The newly formed Vaile Victorian Society accepted the responsibility to furnish the mansion in the splendor and style of the Victorian Era. The Society has been able to secure an outstanding collection of furnishings and accessories from generous individual donations and the following Society sponsored public events:

  • Strawberry Festival - 1st or 2nd Saturday in June.
  • Christmas Open House - Special theme Christmas decoration
  • Unveiling of the Vaile - April 1 st - Spring Event.

    • Refurnishing is an on-going responsibility as furniture and appointment s can be found that are more authentic and replacing those damaged by deterioration.

    It is the desire of the Vaile Victorian Society that all who tour the mansion will experience the style and spirit of Victorian Times.

    Click here if you would like to join the Victorian Society of Independence.