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Missouri Tourist Attractions
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Missouri Tourist Attractions
Tourist attractions in Missouri - Theme Parks, Tours, Museums, National Parks, Historic Sites & More!
Below is a list of attractions in Missouri to help you plan a Missouri Vacation! Find detailed information on the Missouri tourist attraction entries by clicking on their links. Narrow your search by selecting from a specific Missouri attraction category on the left hand menu.
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Explore All Of Missouri's Regions
You can find Missouri tourist attractions and activities in all of Missouri's regions: Branson, Cape Girardeau, Columbia, Jefferson City, Joplin, Kansas City, Osage Beach, Saint Robert, Springfield, St Louis and Other.
Featured Missouri Tourist Attractions and Activities
Please visit our Missouri featured listings - Brian Regan at Gillioz Theatre, Monster Jam at Edward Jones Dome, Tim McGraw at Mizzou Sports Arena and St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Memorial Stadium.
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Historic Fort D
Civil War Site
Category: Cape Girardeau Historic Site in Missouri
Description of this Cape Girardeau Attraction: In the summer of 1861 at the beginning of the Civil War, four forts were built around the strategic city of Cape Girardeau on the orders of General John Frèmont. Designed by German-American engineers from St. Louis, the forts were built by soldiers of the 20th Illinois Infantry, Bissell's Engineers of the West and local militia under the direction of Illinois Lt. John Wesley Powell, who would later gain fame as the explorer of the Grand Canyon, was detached from his regiment by the new general, Ulysses S. Grant, in order to raise a local company to man the forts. This Powell did, and his new Battery F served the forts until leaving for the Battle of Shiloh. Fort D featured as many as five cannons, the largest of which could fire a 32-pound cannon ball. The fort was manned throughout the Civil War. Of the four earthen forts only Fort D still exists, an intact survivor thanks to civic action in the 1930's. Today owned by the city, Fort D is located 4 blocks south of the intersection of Missouri Rte. 74 and Sprigg Street in Cape Girardeau, just west of the Mississippi River Bridge. The fort grounds, featuring interpretive signage are open free to the public dawn to dusk. For more information visit www.visitcape.com. or to schedule group tours call the Convention and Visitors Bureau 1-800-777-0068.
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Jefferson National Expansion Memorial
National Park
Category: St. Louis National Park near St Louis, Missouri
Description of this St Louis area Attraction: Jefferson National Expansion Memorial consists of the Gateway Arch, the Museum of Westward Expansion, and St. Louis' Old Courthouse. During a nationwide competition in 1947-48, architect Eero Saarinen's inspired design for a 630 foot stainless steel arch was chosen as a perfect monument to the spirit of the western pioneers. Construction of the Arch began in 1963 and was completed on October 28, 1965, for a total cost of less than $15 million. The Arch has foundations sunk 60 feet into the ground, and is built to withstand earthquakes and high winds. It sways up to one inch in a 20 mph wind, and is built to sway up to 18 inches. Fees are charged to ride the unique tram system to the top. Acreage: 90.96.
The Museum of Westward Expansion, located below the Arch, is as large as a football field and contains an extensive collection of artifacts, mounted animal specimens, an authentic American Indian tipi, and an overview of the Lewis and Clark expedition.
Located just two blocks west of the Arch, the Old Courthouse is one of the oldest standing buildings in St. Louis, begun in 1839. It was here that the first two trials of the Dred Scott case were held in 1847 and 1850. Today, the building houses a museum charting the history of the city of St. Louis and restored courtrooms.
Save time by purchasing tram and movie tickets online. A $3 processing fee is charged per transaction for this service. For more information go to www.stlouisarch.com.
Please take time to visit our other website www.nps.gov/jeff/main.html for more in depth information about Jefferson National Expansion Memorial
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Mississippi River Tales Murals
Local History
Category: Cape Girardeau Historic Site in Missouri
Description of this Cape Girardeau Attraction: Reflecting the area's appreciation of it's rich history and heritage, numerous murals create a beautiful backdrop for some of the city's most charming areas. The largest and most dramatic of the city's murals is the Mississippi River Tales Mural, located on the downtown flood-wall. Covering nearly 18,000 square feet, this 1,100 foot long mural spans the length of the downtown shopping district, and features 24 panels that tell a portion of Cape Girardeau's history. Descriptive reader boards provide a detailed explanation of each panel that is being viewed. Stroll along the Mississippi River Tales Mural and enjoy Riverfront Park and the River Walk as well. Other murals mostly in the historic Old Town area include the Southeast Missourian's Tile Murals, the Coca-Cola Mural, the University Mural, the Bicentennial Mural, the Heritage of Music Mural, the Missouri Wall of Fame Mural, and more.
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Missouri State Museum
Category: Jefferson City Museum in Missouri
Description of this Jefferson City Attraction: The Missouri State Museum is located on the first floor of the Missouri State Capitol Building and managed by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.
The Missouri Veterans Gallery opened in December 2007 and features a model of the USS Missouri and artifacts related to Missouri’s Veterans from 1821 to present day. The contents of this exhibit change on a regular basis to adequately cover all eras of Missouri’s military history and to display newly donated artifacts.
Another new addition to the Missouri State Museum is the Civil War Cannon and Diorama. This exhibit will be set up in the museum from January 15, 2009 until 2016. It features a Civil War cannon once placed on a corner of the old Missouri Capitol. Reproduction uniforms, equipment and a natural setting complete a Civil War camp diorama. A hands-on learning area will be added in Spring 2009.
In 1919, the Missouri General Assembly designated the first floor of the east wing of the Capitol as the Missouri Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Memorial Hall. Two years later, in 1921, the Missouri Resources Museum was created on the first floor of the Capitol’s west wing. The two museums were combined in 1923, and designated collectively as the Missouri State Museum. Today, the museum continues to showcase Missouri’s diverse history and resources. The museum houses both temporary and long-term exhibits, such as exhibits for the 150th anniversary of the Civil War. New Civil War exhibits focus on slavery in Missouri before the Civil War and a Civil War era cannon that once sat on the Capitol grounds. One of the highlights of the museum’s collections is a significant and rare group of over 125 Civil War battle flags. Many of the flags belonged to or were captured by Missouri units on both sides of the war. At least one flag is on display at all times in the museum. Missouri was one of the most divided states during the Civil War and the Missouri State Museum exhibits tell this story.
Museum staff give guided tours of the Capitol and provide interpretive programs on a variety of subjects related to Missouri’s history and natural history. The museum also is responsible for managing Jefferson Landing State Historic Site. The Missouri State Museum is open 7 days a week, from 8am until 5pm. There is no admission fee. The only days that the State Museum is closed are the 4 major holidays (New Years Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas).
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Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation Museum
Category: Jefferson City Museum in Missouri
Description of this Jefferson City Attraction: No visit to Jefferson City is complete without a visit to the only museum in the United States devoted solely to veterinary medicine. Veterinary artifacts and instruments, many over 100 years old are on display. Instruments and equipment used in small and large animal surgery, old diaries and sample drug cases are a part of the display.
The Museum has over 3,500 artifacts dating from the 1st century to the present day including: · manuscripts instructing Missouri’s first settlers how to care for horses · a steamer trunk filled with instruments used by a late 1st century horse doctor · an 1870s wooden operating table for small animals · 19th century instruments, such as a wooden balling gun, a hog catcher, a Swiss trocar and farriery tools · a 1920’s Shikles vaccinating kit for hog cholera · curious objects, such as huge horse pills and giant syringes
Visitors touch and explore materials, such as bones, animal skins and hairballs. Other discovery materials are specimens showing stages of a calf embryo and various animal diseases.
The Veterinary Museum is a place for children and adults of all ages to have fun together.
Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturday, by appointment
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Patee House Museum-Pony Express Headquarters
Built in 1858 as luxurious hotel & PX Headquarters in 1860
Category: Saint Joseph Museum in Missouri
Description of this Missouri Attraction: Opened in 1858 as a luxurious hotel, Patee House is a National Historic Landmark for its role as headquarters for the Pony Express. Russell, Majors and Waddell had their offices here when they started the Pony Express April 3, 1860.
Patee House served as a hotel three times, a girl’s college twice, and a shirt factory for 80 years. It has been a museum of Western history since 1965.
The Hannibal & St. Joseph Railroad was the first in the nation to extend as far west as St. Joseph on Feb 14, 1859. The last Hannibal steam locomotive and railway mail car are displayed here.
During the Civil War the U.S. provost marshal’s office was in Patee House. William Seward, President Lincoln’s secretary of state, once spoke to a hostile crowd from the hotel balcony.
By 1865, Confederate leanings left builder John Patee short of cash and he disposed of his $180,000 hotel by lottery. He had to buy the 100 unsold tickets before the lottery could take place, and on April 28, 1865, when the winning ticket was drawn, Mr. Patee won the hotel himself.
Patee House was called World’s Hotel when Jesse James was killed on the hill a block away at 1318 Lafayette street on April 3, 1882. His widow was interviewed by the sheriff here the next morning. The top floor contained Dr. Samuel Richmond’s Epileptic Sanitarium.
The museum includes the “Wild Thing” Carousel, donated by its builder, Bruce White.
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Pony Express National Museum
Original stables & site of the first ride of Pony Express
Category: Saint Joseph Museum in Missouri
Description of this Missouri Attraction: On April 3, 1860, a lone rider left on horseback from the gates of one
of the nation’s most historic landmarks, the Pikes Peak Stables in
St. Joseph, Missouri. Carrying saddlebags filled with our nations hopes and dreams, the riders traveled 2000 miles west to Sacramento, California. These brave young souls raced against nature’s cruel elements and rugged terrain in an attempt to unite a country separated by distance. Today the stables continue to stand as a tribute to the legend and legacy of the Pony Express and its enduring era.
Come and experience the many exciting, educational, state of the art exhibits conveying the need, creation, operation and termination of the Pony Express. Whatever your age, you’re sure to be captivated by the stories and images on an era long passed.
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Six Flags St. Louis
Category: Eureka Theme Park near St Louis, Missouri
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Description of this St Louis area Attraction: Six Flags St. Louis theme park and Hurricane Harbor water park are located 30 minutes southwest of St. Louis, Missouri on Highway I-44. It’s two great parks’…one great place!
Six Flags St. Louis features 130-acres of heart-pounding roller coasters, family-oriented attractions, breath taking shows, special events and more!
Hurricane Harbor produces The Ultimate Storm in 2005 with the introduction of Tornado! Over 5,000-gallons of swirling water take guests on a 150-ft. plunge down a funnel shaped tube before sending them into a waterfall splash!
The 12-acre water park also features speed slides, tube slides, a wave pool, a lazy river, a kid’s play zone and more! And, it’s free with theme park admission!
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Soldier's Memorial Plaza
Category: Jefferson City Historic Site in Missouri
Description of this Jefferson City Attraction: To commemorate one of the most significant and selfless acts of empowerment, inspiration, and commitment to higher education in history, Lincoln University developed, constructed and dedicated the Lincoln University Soldier’s Memorial Plaza. This monument serves as a permanent tribute to the Lincoln University founders, the brave and benevolent men of the 62nd and 65th Colored Infantries who served gallantly in the U.S. Civil War. Near the end of the Civil War, this dedicated and progressive-minded group of soldiers who served as camp laborers for Union troops recognized the need for formal education and raised nearly $6,400.00 for a school in their home state of Missouri. The soldiers of the 62nd and 65th infantries ignored racial divisions and boundaries and combined their resources to secure the initial funds for what was then known as Lincoln Institute. The presence of this memorial centerpiece on campus provides an opportunity for Lincoln University students, alumni, faculty, and friends to gather together in support and unity and also to encourage thoughtful discussions of how we can work together to further promote the mission and vision of the University.
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