Lexington MO Visitor's Guide

visitor guidebook

museums & self-guided tours Lexington Historical Museum 112 S 13th St • 660-259-6313 • Hours vary Wentworth Military Academy Museum 1128 Main Street • wmamuseum.org info@wmamuseum.org. Open Monday, Tuesday, Friday & Saturday, 9:00 am - 11:00 am & 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Battle of Lexington State Historic Site & Anderson House 1101 Delaware St • 660-259-4654 Hours vary www.mostateparks.com/park/battle-lexingtonstate-historic-site

Tours

Audio Tours of 4 National Historic Districts Take a tour of four National Historic Districts listening to our theatrical audio tours that bring the characters of the past to life. You’ll be in awe of the stunning architecture of our many antebellum and Victorian homes that paint the cheery streets of Lexington.

Santa Fe Trail The Santa Fe Trail became America’s first great international commercial highway, and for nearly sixty years thereafter was one of the nation’s great routes of adventure and western expansion. With the success of the new Santa Fe Trail, most early traders traveled through

Lexington. Trade goods such as tinware, tobacco, whiskey and beeswax originated in Lexington.

Download the 15-stop Tour of Historic sites in Lexington connected to the Santa Fe Trail with the QR code.

Old Trails Region Civil War Battle Tours An early battleground, visit key battlefields from the Civil War’s first years. On the Trail of Shelby & Price, follow their desperate attempts to wrest Missouri from Union control.

Salute for Service Throughout this great Nation, there are hundreds of historic battle fields, war and Veteran’s Memorials, over 3000 National Guard units, a few dozen Military Academies and most cities have VFW and American Legion Posts. Lexington has all of these, with 2 additional sites located within 10 miles at Higginsville. Here you can find active representation of our military’s past, present and future!

Custom Group Tours Group tours available at Linwood Lawn, the finest antebellum mansion west of the Mississippi. Visit linwoodlawn.com. Custom tours of Lexington and surrounding area are available upon request, contact Lexington Tourism at tourism@ visitlexingtonmo.com. Trolley tours available upon request, call 660-259-3082.

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eat & drink Casual Dining

Red Roof Diner 901 Franklin • 816-889-8003 8am -2pm Tuesday-Friday 7:30am-2pm Saturday Papa Jack’s Pizza 1014 Main St • 660-259-9095 papajackspizza.com Mon-Thurs: 11 am - 9 pm; Fri: 11 am - 10 pm; Sat: 11 am - 10 pm; Closed Sunday Delivery starting at 11 am The Spotted Pig 1211 Franklin Ave • 660-259-7768 Sports Bar & Restaurant Kitchen: 11 am - 10 pm every day; Bar: Mon - Sat: 11 am - 1:30 am; Sunday: 11 am - midnight Old Town Bar & Grille 2312 South St • 660-259-2551 Follow us on Facebook Tues -Thurs: 2 pm - 1 am; Fri & Sat: 2 pm - 1:30 am; Closed Sun & Mon Las Carretas Mexican Restaurant 212 S.11th St • 660-259-3669 Mon - Wed: 11 am - 10 pm; Thurs - Sat: 11 am - 1 am; Sun: 11 am - 12 pm

1688 China Buffet 823 S. Business Hwy 13 • 660-259-6677 Mon - Sat: 11 am - 9:30 pm Riverside Nutrition 906 Main St • (816) 519-3099 Freshly squeezed juices · Fresh smoothies.

Bringing healthy protein shakes and energizing teas to Lexington, MO! Maid-Rite Drive In 1401 Main St • 660-259-4444 Mon - Sat: 10 am - 10 pm; Closed Sunday

Pub & Bar

The Heist 827 Main St • 660-259-2692 Small downtown bar serving wine, beer, cocktails. Food available.

Mon - Thurs: 5 pm - 1:30 am; Fri: 4 pm - 1:30 pm; Sat: Noon - 1:30 am; Sun: Noon - 6 pm

Coffee & Treats

River Reader 1010 Main St • 660-259-4996 • river-reader.com Espresso Bar & cafe seating. Hot & cold beverages & treats, all housed within a full-line bookstore.

Mon - Fri: 10am - 4pm; Sat: 10 am - 3 pm; Closed Sun & Mon At Ease Coffee & Design 912 Main St • https://at-ease-coffee-and-design. square.site/ We are a small town coffee shop that serves espresso based drinks, drip coffee, tea, juice, soda, and water. We have an array of on the go snacks for you as well. Free WiFi and smiles are available!

Please note: Due to Covid-19, please check with individual businesses for possible revised store hours and/or other restrictions.

shop Antiques

Blackthorn Antiques • 1115 Main St 660-259-4231 • blackthornantiques.com or find us on Facebook Nice selection of antiques, period furniture, art, old books, lighting, country primitives and stoneware. Fresh inventory arriving weekly.

Hours: Tues - Sat, 10 am - 5 pm; Closed Sun & Mon. Country Peddler • 1112 Main St 660-542-4065 Country Peddler carries a broad range of American antiques including country folk art, primitives, early American stoneware (Eastern & Midwestern) and Ironware. Also featured are old advertising items and medical equipment. Hours by chance.

The Curiosity Shop • 1206 Main St 660-259-6300 • 660-259-6302 Offering vintage and antique furnishings, dishes and glassware. Collectibles and curiosities, home-style jams and honey, hand-stitched quilts. Hours: Mon - Fri, 9 am - 5 pm; Sat - Sun

By Appointment Sneak-A-Peek Antiques & Decor 1110 Main St • (660) 251-2112 https://sneak-a-peek-antiques-decor.com/ Sneak-A-Peek Antiques & Decor mixes all the vibes of Antiques, Vintage, Farmhouse Rustic and Mid Century Modern. Furniture and home accessories guaranteed to SURPRISE ... all in environment filled with FUN! Hours: Mon - Sat, 10 am - 6 pm; Sun, 12pm - 6pm

Old House Society • 1105 Main St 660-259-2700 • welcomehomerealty-mo.com Located in the Welcome Home Realty building on Main Street, Old House Society offers an eclectic mix of antiques, art & home goods. Antiques range from country primitives to fine American & European pieces. Missouri artists’ work by Dennis Yates & Seth Ritter along with other featured artists. Find decorative pieces (old & new) to the yummiest snickerdoodle candles.

Open for special events, by chance & appointment.

Grit & Grace Mercantile 914 Main Sthttps://www.facebook.com/ gritngracemercantile/about We provide a great shopping adventure in our restored circa 1880 building. There are a variety of booths offering Home Decor, Clothing, Candles, Antiques, Primitives, Jellys, Popcorn, Gifts and Much More.

Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10:00-5:00; Closed Sunday, Monday White Chapel Antiques • 1401 Franklin Ave (660) 232-4231 www.facebook.com/lexwhitechapel/ “Each visit is not like the last. It’s a great place to shop! They always surprise me with the high end antiques they offer at great prices. If you haven’t checked it out you are missing out. Great hospitality wins with the selection you have! One of my favorite places to shop!”

Hours 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Please note: Due to Covid-19, please check with individual businesses for possible revised store hours and/or other restrictions.

Art Gallery

Gallery 1029 LLC • 1029 Franklin 660-259-2179 • 505-660-7786 prbdmb@gallery1029lexmo.com Gallery 1029 represents several excellent local and regional artists who work in a variety of media. We also have a carefully chosen selection of vintage works. Summer Hours: Wed - Sat, 11:30 am - 5:00 pm Winter Hours: Fri & Sat, 11:30 am - 5:00 pm; Weather dependent.

Specialty

Black Baccara Designs • 711 S Bus Hwy 13 (816) 564-9383 • Blackbaccaradesigns.com Floral Artistry company providing UNIQUE and ORIGINAL Floral Designs made specifically for your needs. The absolute best Floral Designs possible while listening to YOUR ideas, needs and vision of what you’re looking for. Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM M-F; 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Sat Majikah • 928 Main St • 816-769-7781 majikah.com An eclectic selection of enchanting things, Majikah features 400 original recipe perfumes, art and antiques as well as wood carvings and pop culture.

KC Coffee Roasters • 1021 Franklin St (816) 777-6439 We are committed to inspiring, empowering, and uplifting our community while providing delicious roasted coffee beans from across the globe. Mon - Thurs: 9:30am - 12:30pm; Sat: 9:30am - 12:30pm; closed Fri & Sun

Pat’s Army & Sporting Goods Store 1202 Main St • 660-259-3462 Fax 660-259-4716 • patsarmystore.com cindy@patsarmystore.com Specializing in athletic shoes, sporting goods, letter jackets and patches, new and used guns and ammunition. Hunting licenses available.

Headquarters in this area for hunters and sportsmen. Join our “Spot On” Rewards Program!

Hours: Tues - Fri, 9 am - 5:30 pm; Sat, 9 am - 12 pm; Closed Sun - Mon The Purple Turnip 1109 Main St • 660-232-4406 maggiebonanomi@gmail.com Instagram: mbturnips Primitive antiques and seasonal items. Owner and internationally known artisan Maggie Bonanomi also conducts rug hooking and wool appliqué workshops. Open by appointment or by chance.

River Reader 900 Main St • 660-259-4996 • river-reader.com Long live independent bookstores! This 1886 cast-iron building is home to thousands of books for every age, including Missouri, regional and extensive children’s titles. Espresso bar & café.

Hot & cold drinks, treats.

Hours: Mon - Fri: 10am - 4pm; Sat, 10 am - 3 pm The JHS Store • 928 Main St JennySteffensHobick.com Signature collections, furnishings & home decor.

Hours: Mon. - Sat.10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

personal services Dee Va Spa & Salon • 1015 Franklin • (816) 240-3326 https://dee-va-spa-and-salon.business.site Full service hair, cut and color, manicures, pedicures, waxing, and massage available.

Hours 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM Tue-Sat. The Hair Lounge and Beauty Bar • 914 Main Street • (660) 251-1181 Nail Salon · Hair Salon · Beauty Supplier Full service hair, color, chemical treatments, nails and up-do styles.

Serindipity 1016 Main Street, Suite B • (816) 776-9769 Full service salon and barber shop Brock’s Barber Shop 829 S Business Hwy 13, Lexington, MO 64067 • Phone : (660) 232-0151 Marla’s Salon 931 Main St • 660) 259-2920 Hair Co. The Beauty Shop 715 S Business Highway 13 • (660) 259-2724

public internet Trails Regional Library, Lexington Branch • 1008 Main Street • 660-259-3071 Mon-Tues: 10am - 6pm Wed-Thur: 10am - 7pm Fri-Sat: 10am-5pm Closed Sunday McDonalds • 1222 Main St • (660) 259-3414 Open Internet is also available at various stores. Just ask while shopping.

stay bed & breakfasts

Linwood Lawn 13845 Higginsville Road • 816-633-2122 www.linwoodlawn.com Built in 1859 as the original Limrick Mansion, Linwood Lawn has been restored to create a Bed and Breakfast experience you will never forget. Each of the spacious bedrooms features 14 foot high ceilings, beautiful countryside views, King size beds with luxurious linens and bedding and private bath.

Ca d’ Giorgio B&B 1621 Franklin • 660-232-2053 g4007@aol.com Suite in carriage house overlooking garden of 1854 Italianate home. Fireplace, big screen TV, full breakfast.

Levy’s B&B Airbnb to book Levy’s B&B 17th Street

Inns & Motels

The Wentworth Hotel 1124 Main St • 660-259-3600 www.wmamuseum.org/hotel Four all-new suites located above the Wentworth Military Academy Museum. Each suite boasts luxurious bedding, private baths, individual Nest climate control, entrance security, and all the standard amenities are included as well as fiber Wi-Fi. From street side suites are beautiful views of historic downtown Lexington.

Midway Motel & Suites 1107 S. Business 13 Hwy • 660-259-3093 Recently renovated. Beautiful single and double rooms available.

Hotel LexiHill 1078 N Outer Rd • 660-259-3430 hotellexihill.com Recently renovated. Some rooms include a desk.

40” flat screen TV, high speed internet, coffee maker, alarm and full bath.

Sweet Dreams (furnished apartment) www.airbnb.com/rooms/25101529 Rental per night, Cable TV, Wi-Fi, full kitchen with basic utensils, iron, laptop friendly workspace and more.

Campgrounds

Big River Ranch Equine Center 20111 Goodloe Orchard Rd • (816) 565-3874 24 RV hook-ups, primitive camping. Wi-Fi available. Horse boarding, trail rides, event center. 25 miles of trails on 2,100 acres on the banks and bluffs of the Missouri River.

Lexington RV & Mobile Home Park 810 S. Hwy 13 • 660-259-4955 660-232-1913 • anteekbabe@yahoo.com 5 RV hook-ups with electricity & water.

Additional parking-only spaces. Pleasant, attractive environment with easy access to area attractions.

The Great Escape Campground 19912 Old Highway 40 • Higginsville, MO (660) 584-2649 • greatescape-camping.com Pool, fishing, walking trails, playground, volleyball, laundry, clubhouse and more.

points of interest Churches First Presbyterian Church (10th & Franklin Ave.)..............C-1 Second Baptist Church (1201 Main St.) ..............................C-2 Christ Episcopal Church (1300 Franklin Ave.)....................C-3 Trinity United Church of Christ (1312 Franklin Ave.)........ C-4 Church of Jesus Christ (1401 Franklin Ave.) .......................C-5 First Christian Church (1515 South St.)...............................C-6 Zion AME Church (201 N. 16th St.)......................................C-7 Immaculate Conception Catholic Church (1808 Main St.)...................................................................C-8 General Assembly & Church of the First Born (205 S. 20th St.) ................................................................C-9 First Baptist Church (525 S. Bus. Route 13)..................... C-10 Grace Lutheran Church (806 S. Bus. Route 13)............... C-11 Solid Rock Fellowship (Oak & Berkley) ........................... C-12 United Methodist Church (1211 Hwy. 13 South)............. C-13

Points of Interest Lafayette County War Memorial...................................... P-1 Madonna of the Trail Monument ..................................... P-2 Missouri Riverfront Park ................................................... P-3 Lewis & Clark Historic Marker .......................................... P-4 Battle of Lexington State Historic Site and Anderson House ......................................................... P-5 Lafayette Regional Health Center (Hospital)................. P-6 College Park ........................................................................ P-7 Forest Groves Cemetery.................................................... P-8 Lexington Community Park, Lake, Athletic Fields, Water Park & Swimming Pool............ P-9 Irish Town Park ................................................................. P-10 Lafayette County Courthouse, Lafayette County Veterans Memorial, Pony Express Monument, Lafayette Hall (Old City Hall).......................................... P-11 Lexington City Hall .......................................................... P-12 Chamber of Commerce .................................................... P-13 Embarq Park...................................................................... P-14 Heritage Park, Saluda Monument ................................. P-15 Lexington Historical Museum ........................................ P-16 Former Wentworth Military Academy............................ P-17 Memorial Gardens Cemetery ......................................... P-18 Old Town Courthouse ...................................................... P-19 Leslie Bell Elementary School ........................................ P-20 Machpelah & Memorial Park Cemetery ........................ P-21 Crystal Lake Park.............................................................. P-22 Lexington RV High School, Lex La-Ray Technical School .... P-23 Lexington RV Middle School .......................................... P-24 Lexington 4-Life Center .................................................. P-25 Old Catholic Cemetery .................................................... P-26 The Goose Pond, restored WPA project........................ P-27 “The LEX”, Municipal Auditorium ................................. P-28

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wineries Winemaking wouldn’t hit its stride in Lafayette County until the late 1990’s. Today Lafayette

County has six wineries, more than any other single county in the state and are considered among the best produced anywhere in the United States.

Please note: Some winery hours may vary by time of year. Contact or check websites and social media for current hours.

Odessa Country Winery Fahrmeier Family Vineyards 2466 McNeel Rd, Odessa, MO 9364 Mitchell Trail, Lexington, MO 816-633-7843 • odessacountrywinery.com 816-888-9490 • Follow on Facebook Arcadian Moon 19203 Old US 40, Higginsville, MO 660-584-6661 • arcadianmoon.com

Terre Beau Vineyards 100 South Lynn, Dover, MO 660-259-3010 • terrebeauwinery.com

LaBella Vineyards & Winery 11644 Flournoy School Rd, Wellington, MO 816-240-2404 • cindys24@ctcis.net

Baltimore Bend Vineyard 27150 Hwy 24, Waverly, MO 660-493-0258 • baltimorebend.com

The Wineries of Lafayette County

Follow the wine trail for an adventure amidst the beautiful rolling hills of our countryside, and taste the lusciousness of the land itself captured at our local wineries.

orchards Around Lexington and throughout Lafayette County, there are ample opportunities to explore the countryside, buy the best of fresh apples, peaches and farm products in season and get in touch with rural life. Please note: Check websites or call for specific harvest schedules.

Fahrmeier’s 9133 County Farm Road • 816-289-2496 Follow us on Facebook Two miles west of Lexington on 24 Hwy. Follow Fahrmeier Farms on Facebook for hours. U-Pick strawberries, blackberries and pumpkins. Farm market includes asparagus, rhubarb, peaches, melons, apples, local products and much more.

Open early spring through Halloween.

Fahrmeier’s U-Pick & Produce Market 8977 County Farm Road 816-289-2496 • Follow us on Facebook Asparagus, rhubarb, strawberries, peaches, raspberries, melons, apples, pumpkins, local honey. Jams & jellies, homemade fudge. U-pick strawberries, blackberries and pumpkin patch in season. Check website and social media for harvest schedules

Beckner’s Orchards 3 Miles West of Lexington off 24 Hwy 660-232-1713 Homegrown peaches, sweet corn and produce.

Open mid June - mid September. 7 Days/Week: 8 am - 6 pm

Schreiman Orchards 2 Miles West of Waverly on Hwy 24 660-493-2477 • schreimanorchards@hotmail.com Homegrown peaches, apples, homemade breads, fruit pies, salsas & more! Open daily mid June to October

Rasa Orchards 8 Miles East of Lexington on 24 Hwy 660-259-4228 • 660-259-2938 Homegrown apples and peaches, squash, pumpkins, apple butter, honey & more.

Open mid July - mid November.

Mon - Sat: 8 am - 5:30 pm; Sun 10 am - 5 pm

Peters Market 1-1/2 Miles East of Waverly on Hwy 65 660-493-2368 • petersmkt.com petersmkt@hotmail.com Homegrown peaches, apples, homemade jams, fruit butters, locally grown farm produce, pecans, nuts, honey, sorghum, fruit baskets. Fall school and bus tours by appointment.

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essential services Medical and Emergency Services Fire 911 • EMS 911 • Police 911 Minuteman Pharmacy & Full Service Drugstore Medical equipment supplier 545 S Business Hwy 13, Lexington, MO 64067 • (660) 259-3455 https://www.rxminutemanpharmacy.com Monday-Friday: 9a.m.-6p.m. | Saturday: 9a.m.2p.m.| Sunday: Closed CVS Pharmacy 1030 Main St, Lexington, MO 64067 (660) 259-2258 Mon-Fri (8:30am-6:00pm); Sat (9:00am2:00pm); Sun (Closed) Drugstore chain selling a variety of beauty & health products, plus some grocery & household items.

Lafayette Regional Health Center Full service Emergency Room, inpatient and outpatient care.

Lafayette Regional Health Center 1500 State Street • Lexington, MO 64067 Telephone: (660) 259-2203

Gas, Oil and Air

Break Time Gas & Convenience Store 902 S Business Hwy 13, Lexington, MO 64067 BP Gas & Convenience Store 717 S Business Hwy 13, Lexington, MO 64067 Casey’s Gas & Convenience Store 2112 Main St, Lexington, MO 64067

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