In 1953 the Old Order Amish started a Colony surrounding Jamesport, MO.. This Amish colony has grown to be not only the largest in the state of MO but also the largest settlement west of the Mississipi river. These are some of the strictest Amish … [Read more...]
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Remember the Civil War – Independence, Missouri
Throughout Missouri there will be a remembrance of the start of the Civil War for those that are interested to check out. Following is a listing of some of the activities that you will be able to see during the celebration. The National Frontier … [Read more...]
St. Joseph, Missouri
What does St. Joseph have to offer? Much more than you think! Located on the river bluffs of the vast “Mighty-MO”, St. Joseph is an All-American city born of the fur trade, and brimming with a spirit of adventure as the starting place of the Pony … [Read more...]
The Jesse James Farm & Museum
Jesse James Farm & Museum Jesse James, son of a Baptist minister, was born at the family home in Kearney, Missouri, in 1847. Barely 16, he followed his older brother, Frank, into the Civil War. While Frank was a member of Quantrill’s guerillas, … [Read more...]
The Weston Brewing Company – Weston, Missouri
The Weston Brewing Company - Weston, Missouri The Weston Brewing Company was established in 1842 by John Georgian, a German immigrant. This predated the Anheuaser-Busch facility by more than 10 years. Being a creative man he designed to … [Read more...]
Annual Events – Jamesport, Missouri
Annual Events - Jamesport, Missouri Nestled into the countryside of Missouri is the delightful community of Jamesport with its Amish ties and hard working businesses focused on providing the visitors to the area the memories they can enjoy for years to … [Read more...]
Toonfest – Walt Disney Celebration – Marceline, Missouri
Toonfest - Walt Disney Celebration - Marceline, Missouri In the hometown where Walt Disney lived from 1906 until 1911 is a fabulous celebration of internationally acclaimed cartoonists that come to join in on Walt Disney's Hometown … [Read more...]
Home of Sliced Bread – Chillicothe, Missouri
Home of Sliced Bread - Chillicothe, Missouri In this beautiful town back in 1928 a world altering event took place, the first sliced bread from the bakery was offered for sale..that's right, in Chillicothe the bread slicing machine invented by an Iowa … [Read more...]
Washington Historical Society – Washington, Missouri
Washington Historical Society - Washington, Missouri Along with keeping the history of Washington alive the Society also houses the Four Rivers Genealogical Society whose services are utilized by people across the United States and in several foreign … [Read more...]
Edna Cuddy Memorial House and Gardens – Bethany, Missouri
Edna Cuddy Memorial House and Gardens - Bethany, Missouri. This Victorian style home was built in 1883 for James P. Hamilton, long involved in the hardware business in Bethany, on plans drawn by architect Edmond Eckel of St. Joseph, Missouri. Of 18th … [Read more...]