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The Harvey M. Vaile Mansion is located at 1500 North Liberty Street in Independence, Missouri. Built in 1881 for businessman Harvey M. Vaile, it is a locally significant example of Second Empire architecture.
Visit the Vaile Mansion, a historic Victorian home and arboretum in Independence, MO. Learn about its history, join the volunteer society, or attend special events and fundraisers.
Vaile Mansion. 163 reviews. #6 of 56 things to do in Independence. Historic Sites. Closed now. 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Write a review. About. The historic Mansion is beautifully restored and open for tours.
Admission. Purchase tickets at the door. No reservations needed for individuals or small groups. We accept cash or credit cards. Adults $10.00. Children ages 6-12 $5.00. For group tours of 15 or more please email us - vailemansion@gmail.com.
Vaile Mansion is a three-story Gothic-like structure built by Colonel and Mrs. Harvey Vaile in 1881 in Independence, Missouri. It is one of the best examples of Second Empire style architecture in the United States, with 9 marble fireplaces, spectacular painted ceilings, and a 48,000 gallon wine cellar.
Jan 27, 2020 · Vaile Mansion is a Second Empire-style mansion built in 1881 for a wealthy businessman, Colonel Harvey Vaile. It has a tragic history of legal troubles, death, and neglect, but is now a house museum open for tours.
The 31 room mansion includes 9 marble fireplaces, spectacular painted ceilings, flushing toilets, a built-in 6,000 gallon water tank, and a 48,000 gallon wine cellar. This mansion is one of the best examples of Second Empire style architecture in the United States.
