5.0Rockcliffe Mansion (Tours)(852 reviews) - Step back in time!! Temporarily closed - Closed until Apr 15, 2023 Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • History Museums
Rockcliffe Mansion is an amazing Thirteen Thousand Five Hundred SF, Thirty room, Grand Residence built to overlook the Mighty Mississippi between 1898 and 1900 by Lumber Baron John J Cruikshank, Jr. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Most of the original antique furnishings and fixtures are preserved. The Mansion is filled with rich Mahogany, Oak and Walnut appointments, magnificent Palladian windows and the finest interior decorations from Europe and America. Guided Tours are available daily. In addition to Guided Tours, the Mansion offers 4 Bed & Breakfast accommodations. Open March 15th through November 15th. Please visit our Website for Tour hours and further information.See more..
4.5Missouri State Capitol(577 reviews) - We were well-pleased Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings
The "we" referred to in the title were three high school seniors and one adult. Everybody thought the tour was well worth our time. The museum on the first floor is great. Interesting artwork is featured throughout the building. Our tour guide was knowledgeable. Be aware that a 24-hour advanced reservation is required for a tour. There is no cost. See more..
5.0America's National Churchill Museum(265 reviews) - Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen Thursday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • History Museums
In 1946 it was at Westminster College that Winston Churchill delivered one of the most significant speeches of his long and illustrious career. That address, formally entitled, The Sinews of Peace, but best known for that evocative phrase, An Iron Curtain has descended across the Continent, effectively marked the beginning of the Cold War and linked, forever, Fulton and Westminster College with Winston Churchill.In the 1960s Westminster College set out to mark what would be the 40th anniversary of Churchill's visit. After due consideration to traditional modes of commemoration, Westminster College settled on the rather more ambitious notion of moving a Christopher Wren designed Church from London. This Church, St. Mary the Virgin Aldermanbury, had stood in London since 1677 when it replaced an earlier structure that had sat on the same site since the 12th century. This magnificent building, badly damaged during the London Blitz, was moved stone by stone to Westminster's campus and rebuilt to Wren's original specifications.Beneath this Church is the National Churchill Museum itself which through the imaginative and innovative use of technology bring to life the story of Winston Churchill and the world he knew. Recently rebuilt form the ground up the new displays and the permanent exhibition, together with host of associated historical and cultural activities that support it was recognized the by the United States Congress as America's permanent tribute to this great man and formally recognized as America's National Churchill Museum.See more..
This was a great tour of another Wright gem. The entrance is somewhat hidden, and like the house, is probably meant to blend in with its surroundings. Reservations are very limited and need to be booked far in advance. Our docent was extremely informative, engaging, and very proud and respecting of both the house and its Kraus history. We've been to several other Wright homes; each one has its design similarities and uniqueness. This smaller Utopian home makes use of the equilateral parallelogram inside and out, including of all things the odd size bed! Also unique to this Wright house is that Russell Kraus, a stained glass artist, was allowed to design his own glass windows. There's a small gift shop attached to the house, and you will notice that the patio is itself a parallelogram. Not recalling our docent's name, we did share a brief chat following her tour and discovered we have vacationed in in the same South Jersey beach town of Stone Harbor. Small house and small world!See more..
4.5Jasper County Courthouse(97 reviews) - Spectacular Courthouse Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings
This is one of the prettiest courthouses we have ever seen. We got here late in the day and it was closed, so we came back the next day and we are glad we did. There is beautiful mural inside the front door that depicts the history of Carthage from the time of Native Americans to present. An old time cage elevator is still in use. Definitely worth taking the time to go inside! See more..
This beautifully restored theater has the most amazing acoustic and every seat in the house is a good one. You'll be amazed at the gorgeous ceiling; everywhere you look you see the wonderful architecture that makes this a have-to experience whenever they're having a concert or play.See more..
Benedictine abbey and basilica with stunning murals.See more..
4.5Buchanan County Courthouse(13 reviews) - Claudia's Kitchen Architectural Buildings Cafe meals. Oh my goodness. The best meatloaf I've ever had!!!!! The mac and cheese melts in your mouth. Hidden treasure in Saint Joseph!!!!See more..
5.0Big Spring Historic District(6 reviews) - Gorgeous Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas • Architectural Buildings • Scenic Walking Areas
I went here alone and hiked the trail behind the spring and viewed the little cave behind where the spring begins. I was impressed, it’s well kept. There were park rangers there if anyone had questions and the trail provided even more breathtaking views although it was steep and rocky in some places. See more..
4.5Bauvais-Amoureux House(5 reviews) - The French settled the Illinois country bringing unique agriculture and architecture Thursday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
The Bauvais-Amoureux house is a well preserved example of a poteaux-en-terre or post in ground built home in New France along the Mississippi river. Timbers placed vertically in directory contact with the ground are found to in only five places in America, three in St Genevieve. The floating floor not attached to the timber post external walls further distinguish Bauvaus-Amoureux. The state of Missouri has maintained the house and tours are comprehensive even showing the pillars supporting the floating floor in the crawl space.See more..
5.0Elgin Cottrell House(4 reviews) - A trip back in time. Do Not miss it!!! Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings This fully renovated Victorian home is amazing. Richard Cottrell (the owner) has restored the house to its former glory. We were very fortunate to visit after he had decorated for Christmas. The trees and the ornaments, many of which are hand made, transported you back to another time. Be sure to check out the cross-stitched mantle piece. Each of the rooms is incredible on its own. Collectively, they are unique without many peers. Richard conducts the tour himself and includes numerous interesting facts on most of the items in each of the various rooms (6 or 8, I think). The tour is both entertaining and informative with plenty of personal interaction and time for discussion/questions. He discusses the pedigree of the home back to the original owners. This visit was an unexpected educational treat during our week long stay in the area. The tour was a little over an hour but we'll be talking about it for years. The cost was minimal at $5.00 per person.See more..
The Mid-Missouri Museum of Independent Telephone Pioneers is a unique little museum in Blackwater, Missouri. The two-story brick building was built in 1907 as the Bank of Blackwater, but during the Great Depression the bank had to close its doors. The building was later used as a church, grocery store, and telephone company. Telephone switchboards were operated in the office and customers came in to pay their phone bills. The telephone industry made new developments until switch boards were no longer needed and the office closed. In 1997, Harold Jones of the Mid-Missouri Telephone Company donated the building to the Blackwater Preservation Society to become a museum he called ‘Mid-Missouri Museum of Independent Telephone Pioneers’. He also donated his collection of old telephones, switchboards, and other memorabilia. Today, his collection and other items can be viewed in the museum. Visitors are welcome free of charge, but donations to Blackwater Preservation Society are appreciated!See more..
The original Blackwater Depot was built in 1888 by the Missouri Pacific Railroad. The Depot was a busy and vital place in its early years. It was a ticket office for the railroad, a telegraph office, and station to handle all mail and freight going through the area. As the trains and railway systems were updated, the depot was used less frequently. Eventually, there was no more need for the building. It fell into disrepair and was torn down in 1973. In 2008, this replica was rebuilt in its place by the Blackwater Preservation Society. It is now used as a community center that hosts both public and private events.See more..
3.0Bates County Courthouse(1 review) - Typical Old Courthouse Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings It takes about 30 minutes to tour this courthouse and the statues around the courthouse. It was built in 1902 and is RIcharsonian Romanesque style made from Carthage limestone. It features a central tower and our corner pavilions.See more..
Historic Revival house built by Henry Cowgil , industrialist and banker.The house has several towers with heavy stone lintels and sills and steeply sloped roofs, and towers.See more..
5.0Former Thomas Davey House(1 review) - Queen Anne Home Architectural Buildings Part of the Historic Homes located on Grand Street in Carthage, MO. Built by Englishman Thoma Davey, owner of the Carthage Foundry. The house has many special features including a domed turret with recessed porch and brick chimney with decorated caps. It has a Victorian porch along with fine stained glass windows.See more..
4.0Jean-baptiste Valley House(1 review) - Lots of history Thursday: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings There was plenty of history that we learned from the guide. There were plenty of drawings and pictures on the walls. And yet it felt a bit like a TV renovation show, learning about the changes that have been made by different owners over the years.See more..
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