Missouri History Today November 18, 1861: Confederate Ambush Near Warrensburg
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Warrensburg is a wonderful place to take in the fall foliage, enjoy the best nature has to offer, and make some lasting family memories at the pumpkin patch or corn maze. See what autumnal adventures await in this beautiful Central Missouri town.
Almost every kid wishes for a pet. Or even a couple of them. But few kids develop a passion for pets so profound, animals become their calling, as well as their career. Such was the case with one Missouri photographer, farmer, and now, author.
Many charming small towns become especially enchanting during December. Here are five in Missouri where you can stroll downtown and embrace the magic of Christmas while shopping in unique venues for those just-right gifts.
Warrensburg residents learned they had reason to be excited on this day more than 152 years ago. The reason? Their burg was selected as the location for a new teachers’ college in the Show-Me state. In 1919, the name was changed to Central Missouri State Teachers College. It was changed again in 1945, to Central …
Whiteman Air Force Base, University of Central Missouri, Powell Gardens, and Buckeye Acres are plenty of reasons to go but wait there’s more. Blind Boone Park, Green Truck Bakery, and a Retrograde Charitable Toy and Video Game Museum seal the deal.
This town transforms back to the 1840s, when Charles Dickens’ book, A Christmas Carol, was published. Carolers will fill the streets.
It’s monstrously freaky! Get a super-freak on by visiting this monster of a haunted attraction out in the middle of nowhere. This is the terrifying 13th year of fear for this creepy carnival. Take a terrifying trip to the unlucky 13th (really!) deadliest show on earth, the Freaks Fair at Warrensburg on October …
Warrensburg is your destination for several upcoming events brought to you by the Johnson County Historical Society.
As the home of man’s best friend, the Warrensburg Farmers’ Market is one of the few Markets that allows you to even bring your four-legged family members to enjoy the morning walk and conversations.
Discover antique shops, boutiques, and a famous pup.
This article is presented in partnership with Visit Warrensburg. Warrensburg Main Street and Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce are hosting the first annual beer, wine, and spirit stroll, Come, Sip, Shop, on May 1, 2021. Visitors can enjoy an afternoon of sipping on regional wines and tasting local beers and spirits at ten downtown retail stores. The …
Feel the thrill of the race on a dirt oval track near Warrensburg.
Step backward in time at the McClure Archives and University Museum in Warrensburg.
Here’s how Missourians are working together to revitalize downtowns across the state.
Warrensburg farm celebrates fall with pumpkins, hayrides, and local fare at its annual Harvest Festival.
The Johnson County Loop tours the area’s natural beauty and history. Begin on the grounds of Warrensburg’s Old Town on North Main Street and visit the 1838 Old Courthouse, site of the Old Drum trial. The site includes the 1913 Elm School, the Johnson County Museum, and the Mary Miller Smiser Heritage Library. The Old …
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Undoubtedly, 1904 was a big year for the hot dog. Its most famous topping, French’s yellow mustard, and the hot dog itself were both exposed to the masses at the World’s Fair in St. Louis. New York can claim French’s as its own, but the biggest hot dog purveyor at the fair was a Missourian.
