Independence Spanish Academy

Independence is one of Missouri’s largest and most famous cities with a growing Spanish-speaking population. According to the 2006 U.S. Census, Independence has a population of about 120,000, with 6,500 Hispanic and Latino residents. Just over 3,000 Independence citizens claim to speak Spanish regularly at home. This number is projected to increase in the coming years.

A great way for you and your family to celebrate the Hispanic culture of the greater Independence area would be to attend Kansas City’s popular Cinco De Mayo celebration, known for being one of the largest in the Midwest. During the rest of the year, Independence residents can take advantage of the Kansas City Public Library holdings related to Hispanic and Latino culture, including oral histories, special book collections, films, music, and a Hispanic Heritage Month celebration. You can read a Spanish culture newspaper like Kansas City Hispanic News or Dos Mundos to get the Hispanic and Latino community’s perspective on current events. Finally, you can relax and enjoy a meal at The Salty Iguana or La Fuente Mexican Restaurant, two local Mexican eateries. Enjoying Spanish-speaking culture in Independence gets easier all the time.

Students of all ages can learn Spanish in Independence and take advantage of the lasting benefits of bilingualism. As the Midwest experiences an influx of Spanish-speakers, Independence residents can better reap the cultural rewards when they learn to speak Spanish.

How could the children of Independence benefit from knowing the Spanish language? Please provide us with your thoughts using the form to the right.