Lexington, Mo is brimming with annetebellum homes and amazing architecture, and is surrounded by beautiful landscapes. The Anderson House was used as a hospital during the Civil War. The site is most notable for the Battle of the Hemp Bales. Come find out why.
Drive right into history, gaze at stunning river views, see an eagle or two, and stop to sip some wine on this 55 mile driving tour. Take a moment on the tour to check out the antebellum homes. See if you can find the cannonball stuck in a column.
This article is presented in partnership with Lexington Tourism. Along the south side of the Missouri River, between Lexington and Wellington, is an old curving highway, which served as an early portion of the Santa Fe Trail as it headed west, towards Independence. Perched along the river bluff in Lexington, is a small park commemorating …
Birthday of William H. Russell of Lexington, MO. He was a co-founder of a huge freighting firm, the Overland Stage Co., and the Pony Express. Read more about him in Tales From Missouri and the Heartland.
Alumni achieve the honorable at Wentworth Military Academy Museum in Lexington
In 1821, Missouri attained statehood, and Mexico won its independence from Spain. Once restrictive Spanish control came to an end, the Mexican markets opened wide to the Americans. Those two colossal events set the stage for a dramatic unfolding era.
Learn about the Forest Grove Cemetery Project and the people who are buried there.
Plans were accepted and work could begin on the Lafayette County Courthouse in Lexington.
On October 27 Spirit of the Civil War, a community living history event, will truly transform downtown Lexington into its 19th century look and feel. Serving as both a reenactment of the Battle of Lexington and a community fall festival, this event has attractions that will delight visitors of every stripe.
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