Missouri History Today December 29, 2013: New Book Rides Ozark History Resurgence
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Lake Wappapello is named for a small Wayne County railroad town named Wappapello, reportedly after a friendly Shawnee chief who hunted the area during early pioneer times. Today, Lake Wappapello State Park offers a relaxing hideaway.
Put on your finest suit of armor and head to Hartsville for the White Hart Renaissance Faire. This family-friendly festival series brings the Elizabethan Age to the Ozarks. Have a turkey leg, see the queen, and take part in some historic hijinks.
What could be better than taking the kids on a trip to the Ozarks? From roller coasters and shows to caves and aquariums—plus plenty of places to get an ice cream—the region offers much in the way of family-friendly fun and enrichment.
The 30th Annual Old-Time Music, Ozark Heritage Festival takes place in and around Historic Downtown West Plains and at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St. It’s the biggest West Plains’ festival of the year, and admission is free to all events! Always focused on music, food, and vendors, this year, there’s an …
The 30th Annual Old-Time Music, Ozark Heritage Festival takes place in and around Historic Downtown West Plains and at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St. It’s the biggest West Plains’ festival of the year, and admission is free to all events! Always focused on music, food, and vendors, this year, there’s an …
On this day the railroad was welcomed into Springfield, Missouri. This effectively removed the Ozarks as a barrier to Springfield’s connection with the east.
Branson was incorporated on this date in 1912.
Parks and trails lace Missouri like cracks in cobblestone, places where you can escape from urban life and commune with nature among windswept glades and shady forests. Missouri’s wilderness beckons exploration.
Vance Randolph, an influential American folklorist and writer, renowned for his extensive documentation of the folklore, customs, and language of the Ozark Mountains region, was born on this date in 1892.
Missouri History Today August 25, 1885: Famed Writer With Ozark Legacy Marries In The Midwest
Ron Marr has been a columnist in Missouri Life for a really long time. His wit, insights, and commentary are sure to keep us grounded and laughing out loud. And we always want to find out what his dogs are up to. Here is a look back at what Ron had to say in 2013.
Members of The Ozark Mountain Daredevils certainly weren’t blue after their single “Jackie Blue” hit #1 on the music industry’s cha-ching chart. The song stayed at that spot for two weeks. “Jackie Blue” was the second chart topper for the Missouri musicians, following “If You Wanna Get To Heaven.” Based upon content from the book …
Looking for a new road trip idea and some different scenery? Bring your family to Springdale, Arkansas for the weekend! With the most central location in Northwest Arkansas, and the most reasonable hotel prices too, we’re the perfect home base for a trip to NWA.
Who is ready to leave winter behind and head to some spring and summer-time fun?!! Pack your bags, and don’t forget the golf clubs, and head to Lake of the Ozarks! Centrally located, the Lake of the Ozarks is just 175 miles from St. Louis, 165 Miles from Kansas City, and less than a day’s drive from anywhere in the central United States.
Marty Byrde is back! No, not the sometimes hapless, frequently manipulative, but always seemingly logical Marty Byrde of the now concluded television series Ozark. But the eponymous bar is back in the Ozarks with GastroPub food and a creative menu.
On January 10, 1945, Ozark Air Lines began service around Missouri. The first scheduled flights for Ozark Air Lines shuttled passengers between Springfield and St. Louis, intending to connect underserved communities in the Ozarks. Unfortunately, the first iteration of the airline was short-lived due to political and logistical issues and shuttered two years after launching.
Missouri Life encourages you to come and enjoy the fantastic Ozarks at Van Buren at a fall festival and concert on October 8-9.
Centrally located, the Lake of the Ozarks. Experience the Great Outdoors of Lake of the Ozarks-Year Around.
Springfield has recently welcomed several new shops and the return of a favorite outdoor activity. Keep reading to see who moved to town and what’s happening at Phelps Grove Park. Secret Sandwich Shop, 208 W. McDaniel Street, Springfield If you love sandwiches, there’s good news. Secret Sandwich in downtown Springfield is moving into its own …
This article is presented in partnership with Benton County Tourism and Recreation. Home to Truman Lake and the Osage Arm of Lake of the Ozarks, Benton County is a dream destination where opportunities for exploration and adventure are but a short drive from the hustle and bustle of the big city. From cruising beautiful back …
Young artist turns mandatory break from classes into a pandemic commission.
The Beatles spent some secret vacation time in the Ozark Mountains near Alton. They arrived in a seven-seater airplane and spent thirty-six hours relaxing, swimming, hiking, horse riding, go-karting, shooting, and fishing.
Alberta Claire, “The Girl from Wyoming,” was back in Missouri and on her way to an extended ride through the Ozarks.
Our most storied region caters to luxury travel enthusiasts in spades.
Kaitlyn McConnell keeps the Ozarks alive through her writing, including a new book.
Pick a starting point and explore all of the antiques southwest Missouri has to offer.
The Literature of the Ozarks: An Anthology
Photographer Matt Faupel and his friend in adventure, Brian Grace, spent three days last spring floating the Upper Jacks Fork River, from the Prongs to Bay Creek, a river distance of 25 miles. Come along, and let Matt be your guide to the discoveries.
