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Just before you reach
Webb City, you will
pass through the small town of Carterville, another lead mining town
of the region. Once prosperous, the town declined following
World War I and never recovered like its nearby neighbors of
Webb City and
Joplin.
©
Kathy Weiser/Legends
of America, updated November, 2007
SITES AND ATTRACTIONS
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Drive- In Theatre
- The last of the original six drive in theatres named after the
famous road. Affordable family entertainment as we show only G, PG,
and PG-13 Movies. 17231 Old 66 Boulevard,
Carthage,
Missouri
64836, 417-359-5959.
Battle of Carthage State Historic Site
- This site recalls one of the final skirmishes in the first major
land battle after the U.S. Congress declared war against the South.
Occurring July 5, 1861, highlights of the battle are found at an
information kiosk. Free admission, East Chestnut Road,
Carthage,
Missouri
64836, 417-682-2279.
Civil War Museum
- The museum presents artifacts & information about the Battle of
Carthage
and the
Civil War in southwest Missouri. The focal point is a mural
painted by Andy Thomas that features battle action on the courthouse
square. Mini-displays on Belle Starr, African-American and Native
American contributions to the war and a diorama complete your visit.
205 S. Grant,
Carthage,
Missouri
64836, 417-237-7060
Historic Carthage Square -
Surrounding the magnificent Jasper County
Courthouse,
Carthage's downtown area with its eclectic architecture of the
1880s-1910s, is the heart of our community. Listed on the National
Register of Historic Places, the area features specialty shops
&eateries including a '50s style deli, antique & craft malls, an
old-fashioned five and dime, a country mercantile, & upscale gift
shops.
Carthage
Downtown Square,
Carthage,
Missouri
64836
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Historic Old Cabin - Site of the
authentic 1830s cabin used as the meeting place to form Jasper County's
government in 1841, visitors can browse through the adjacent retail shop
that displays a large collection of Native American artifacts, as well as
a fascinating collection of armaments. Free admission. 155 N. Black
Powder Lane - West Mound Street, Square,
Carthage,
Missouri
64836.
Historic Phelps House - The Phelps
mansion recalls a day of opulence and elegance. Its exterior is
constructed of
Carthage limestone and conveys an image of strength, while the
interior features hand-painted wallpaper, tile mosaics, and a
Shakespearean library. Decorated with period furnishings, the structure
remains little changed from the days occupied by the William Phelps'
family(1895-1916). Owned by
Carthage
Historic Preservation, Inc., this property may be reserved for special
occasions. Small admission. Open seasonally, Wednesdays only,
1146 Grand,
Carthage,
Missouri 64836, 417-358-1776.
Jasper County Courthouse - Built in
1894-95, this Romanesque Revival building is constructed of
Carthage
stone & is listed on the National Register. Its turrets, towers, & arches
evoke the feel of a medieval castle looming over
Carthage.
Inside a wrought-iron cage elevator stilloperates, and an array of
military artifacts & mining specimens are displayed along with Lowell
Davis' "Forged in Fire" mural portraying the history of Jasper County.
Please use 3rd or 4th street doors to enter. Free.
Downtown
Carthage,
Carthage,
Missouri 64836, 417-358-0421, 1-800-404-0421.
Kellogg Lake - Fishing, hiking,
picnicking. East of
Carthage on
Old Rt 66 (96Hwy),
Carthage,
Missouri,
417-358-6055.
Kendrick Place
- During the
Civil War, almost all buildings in
Carthage
were burned by guerrilla raiders and bushwhackers, but Kendrick House,
used as command headquarters by both Northern and Southern forces,
survived. Restored to its pre-Civil War appearance, living history tours
are given. An annual city garden tour and Christmas homes tour are hosted
by the home's owner, Victorian
Carthage,
Inc. Donations accepted. Open April-December; Wed - Saturday; closed Holidays. North Garrison & V,
Carthage,
Missouri
64836, 417-358-0636.
Powers Museum -
Local history museum featuring rotating exhibits on
Carthage
and Missouri
history. The museum offers a gift shop, media presentations and a research
library by appointment. Driving instructions for
Route 66 in Jasper County
always available on site. Admission free, donations accepted. 1617
West Oak, P.O. Box 593, Carthage,
Missouri 64836, 417-358-2667
Precious Moments
Inspiration Park
- Precious Moments Chapel is a quiet place of beauty and inspiration.
Created by artist Samuel J. Butcher, the Chapel features 52 murals
depicting Biblical scenes and is one of Missouri's most popular
attractions. Other attractions added to the complex include the Precious
Moments Gallery, the Fountain of Angels music & light show, and the Art
Museum tour in the former Butcher home as well as gift shops featuring
Chapel-exclusives. 4321 Chapel Road,
Carthage,
Missouri
64836, 800-543-7975
Victorian Home Driving Tour - One
of the state's largest historic districts on the National Register of
Historic Places, this driving tour is a leisurely look at the region's
most architecturally significant residences. These private homes, erected
between 1870-1910, were built by quarry-men, mine owners, merchants and
other capitalists, in a variety of Victorian styles. Brochures available
at Convention and Visitors Bureau Office. Downtown
Carthage,
Carthage,
Missouri
64836, 417-359-8181, 866-357-8687
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