Northwest Missouri Tourism
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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 Toonfest. Each year there is a theme for the weekend and games and events for those that attend.
Home of Sliced Bread - Chillicothe, Missouri
Home of Sliced Bread -
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 inventor, Otto Rohwedder, was installed in a bakery that was on the verge of bankruptcy and changed how the citizens expected their bread to be prepared for purchase!
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 Century Italianate Design, the house has two stories and a full basement. In 1985 the house was listed in the National register of historic Places.
The Dillingham-Lewis Museum - Blue Springs, Missouri
The Dillingham-Lewis Museum in Blue Springs, Missouri was built in 1906 and is the only structure in Blue Springs constructed of native limestone. The house is named after two families.
The original owners were the Morgan Vachel Dillingham family.
Blue Springs Lake - Blue Springs, Missouri
Blue Springs Lake - Blue Springs, Missouri - Blue Springs Lake is located 9 mi (15 km) from Kansas City. It is found in Flemming Park and is the only lake there with no restrictions on motor boats.
720 acres of water excitement are waiting for you. Power boating, water skiing, tubing and jet skiing are all familiar sights on this popular lake.
Fleming Park and Missouri Town 1855 - Blue Springs, Missouri
Fleming Park - Blue Springs, Missouri -Fleming Park sits on more than 7,800 acres (3,150 ha) of land and is found close to Lee’s Summit and Blue Springs. This recreational area encompasses Lake Jacomo, Blue Springs Lake and beach, two campgrounds, numerous hiking and biking trails, two marinas, several historic sites and other facilities.
Grand River Historical Society Museum - Chillicothe, Missouri
Grand River Historical Society Museum - Chillicothe, Missouri, Dr. F.A. Wood’s Sarsaparilla Depression Era glass, a railroad depot counter, and a small tribute to the history of Chillicothe High School are among new exhibits at the Grand River Historical Society Museum.
Historic Homes of Independence Missouri
Historic Homes of Independence Missouri
Independence, Missouri was established in 1827 and was known as the gateway city to the western frontier. Now, it is famous for being the fourth largest city in the state of Missouri, and Independence is proud of its role in American history. One way to learn about some of that important American history is to tour the many historic mansions and homes of Independence.
National Frontier Trails Museum - Independence Missouri
The National Frontier Trails Museum - Independence Missouri
Independence, Missouri is the home of the National Frontier Trails Museum. Located at 318 West Pacific, it is considered a museum, an interpretive center and also a research library. The goal of the National Frontier Trails Museum is to give visitors a sense of the history of the western trails of America.
Bingham-Waggoner Estate - Independence Missouri
The Bingham-Waggoner Estate - Independence Missouri
The Bingham-Waggoner Estate is found at 313 West Pacific in Independence, Missouri. This estate is named for some of its most famous residents. George C. Bingham was a famous Civil War artist. Mr. Bingham and his family moved to the estate shortly before the Civil War broke out, and Bingham maintained a studio in one of the log and clapboard buildings near his home.
