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Historic Landmarks Walking Tour
7. Hughes Childers House
801 South Main
The Hughes Childers House is a superb example of the Queen Anne architecture that earned Independence the title of "Royal Suburb" of Kansas City in the late 19th century. The home was constructed ca. 1887 and was designed by local architectural firm Gibbs and Parker. The home was built for Mollie and Josie Hughes and is currently owned by the family of Petey Childers, local businessman who purchased the home for restoration in 1966. Listed on the National Register in 1994, designated locally in 1999.