2022 Springfield, Missouri, Official Area Guide

2022

OFFICIAL Area Guide

Bass Pro Shops® Outdoor World® and Wonders of Wildlife - Pages 8-11

Historic Route 66 Pages 26-27

Locally Made Products Pages 70-71

S pringfield M O.org

Area Maps and Coupons Inside Back Cover

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Welcome Greetings!

On behalf of the City of Springfield, it is my honor and distinct pleasure to welcome you to our city. Springfield is situated in the heart of Ozark Mountain Country and is one of the fastest growing cities in the Midwest. It is a region blessed with much natural beauty, offering large lakes and beautiful streams with a wide variety of water recreation activities.

Here in the heart of our nation, you will find hospitable people, affordable prices, and everything else you expect in the American Midwest.

You’ll also find everything you expect in a metropolitan area: plenty of things to do, places to eat, and sites to see. Our city is filled with history, beautiful parks and gardens, hundreds of restaurants, art galleries, shopping, events, and world-class attractions, including Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium. We are sure you will enjoy your visit and leave with memories that will make you want to return many times.

You can explore this "Springfield Area Guide," visit SpringfieldMO. org, or call the friendly staff at the Convention & Visitors Bureau at 800-678-8767 or 417-881-5300 to help plan your trip.

We are truly proud of our city and the many opportunities available to our visitors. On behalf of the City of Springfield, we welcome you and look forward to sharing with you the hospitality of the “Queen City of the Ozarks.”

Sincerely,

Ken McClure, Mayor City of Springfield, Missouri

C on t e n t s A Springfield Welcome. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Getting to Springfield. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Things to Do. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 The Ozarks Outdoors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Shopping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Food & Drink. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Weddings & Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Day Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Universities & Colleges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Rest & Relaxation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Coupons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

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Welcome

Old World Charm for Today’s Home Crossing the threshold of The Polish Pottery Shoppe, you will arrive in the world of hand-crafted beauty. A centuries-old folk art, our pottery is designed, hand-made, and hand-painted by master artists in the small village of Boleslawiec, Poland. The unique artistry of Polish Pottery continues to charm with its wide variety of patterns and shapes.

Polish Pottery is known for its exceptional durability and safe use in the oven, microwave, dishwasher and freezer. Beautiful, yet practical, it goes from oven to table, serving both as a baking vessel and a decorative presentation piece. Durable enough for everyday use, Polish Pottery is elegant enough for formal gatherings.

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Getting To Springfield Non-Stop Flights to…

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Bentonville, AR......................... 120 Branson, MO.............................. 45 Chicago, IL............................... 515 Dallas, TX................................. 420 Des Moines, IA......................... 360 Indianapolis, IN......................... 460 Kansas City, MO....................... 170 Little Rock, AR.......................... 215 Memphis, TN............................ 285 Minneapolis, MN....................... 600 Nashville, TN............................ 440 Oklahoma City, OK.................... 290 Omaha, NE............................... 360 St. Louis, MO............................ 220 Tulsa, OK.................................. 185 Wichita, KS............................... 270

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Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF). . FlySpringfield.com • 417-868-0500

City Utilities Bus Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . cutransit.net • 417-831-8782

Allegiant Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AllegiantAir.com • 702-505-8888

Fisk Limousines/Martin Rental & Leasing. . . fisklimo.com • 417-862-2900

American Airlines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AA.com • 800-433-7300

Lyft. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .lyft.com

Delta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Delta.com • 800-221-1212 United . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . United.com • 800-864-8331

Springfield Yellow Cab Co.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 417-862-5511 Uber. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . uber.com

Branson Airport (BKG) . . . . . . . . . . . . . flybranson.com • 417-334-7813

He l p f ul C on ta c t s Bolivar Area Chamber of Commerce. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bolivarchamber.com • 417-326-4118 Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce. . . bransonchamber.com • 417-334-4084 • 800-296-0463 City of Springfield. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . springfieldmo.gov • 417-864-1000 Council of Churches of the Ozarks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CCOzarks.org • 417-862-3586 Empower: Abilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . empowerabilities.org • 417-886-1188

On t he c o v e r A young visitor to the Discovery Center has a hair-raising introduction to the fundamentals of electricity at this educational, hands-on learning facility for kids of all ages.

Medical, Fire or Police Emergency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911 Missouri Department of Transportation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MODOT.org • 888-275-6636 Missouri Division of Tourism. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VisitMO.com • 573-751-4133 Missouri State Highway Patrol. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . statepatrol.dps.mo.gov • 573-751-3313 Nixa Area Chamber of Commerce. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . nixachamber.com • 417-725-1545

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Ozark Area Chamber of Commerce. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ozarkchamber.com • 417-581-6139 Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce. . . . . . . . . . SpringfieldChamber.com • 417-862-5567 Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau. . . . . . . SpringfieldMO.org • 417-881-5300 • 800-678-8767 Springfield-Greene County Health Department. . . . . health.springfieldmo.gov • 417-864-1658 Springfield-Greene County Library District. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TheLibrary.org • 417-882-0714 Springfield-Greene County Park Board.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ParkBoard.org • 417-864-1049 Springfield Public Schools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . sps.org • 417-523-0000 Springfield Regional Arts Council. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SpringfieldArts.org • 417-862-2787

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Welcome

Point your smartphone’s camera at this QR code to go directly to the Plan Your Trip section of SpringfieldMo.org.

THE HISTORIC GILLIOZ THEATRE

Preserving the Past. Celebrating Community. Making Memories.

325 Park Central East Springfield Missouri 65806 www.gillioz.org

Things to do Your guide to finding the perfect Activity

Start Yes

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Do you like to do things?

What type of things do you like to do?

Bet we can change your mind!

outdoor Things

Unique Attractions

Cultural Things

Into biking or walking?

Are you afraid of ghosts?

Do you appreciate the arts?

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Yes

Do you fear being underground?

How about sports?

Yes

Catch a Springfield Cardinals game or golf at one of the many area courses.

There’s no way to fit everything here.

Go to SpringfieldMo.org or point your smartphone camera at this QR code for all of the options.

Yes

Take a tour of Pythian Castle.

Head to the Springfield Conservation Nature Center.

Check out Springfield’s parks, Ozark Greenways Trails or Two Rivers Mountain Bike Park.

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Outdoor or indoor?

outdoor

Indoor

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NO Visit Smallin Civil War Cave or Fantastic Caverns.

Stroll the First Friday Art Walk or the Downtown Sculpture Walk.

Nothing to fear at the Discovery Center.

Check out the Springfield Art Museum or the Historic Gillioz or Landers theatres.

Are you into history?

Don’t miss the History Museum on the Square, the Route 66 Car Museum, the Wild Bill Hickok Shootout Site on the Square or Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield.

Things to Do

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Do you like animals?

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Head to Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium, Dickerson Park Zoo or Wild Animal Safari.

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Bass Pro Shops Springfield’s Outdoor Paradise

Bass Pro Shops® Outdoor World® is a massive, outdoor-themed experience that includes nearly 500,000 square feet of shopping, seven intricate aquariums, waterfalls and even a swamp with turtles and alligators.

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Things to Do

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Bass Pro Shops® 1. There’s a time capsule scheduled to be opened in 2102.

If you weren’t looking for it, you’d probably miss it. Located near the Wildlife Galleries entrance, the time capsule was filled with children’s letters about conservation and sealed on Nov. 1, 2002.

Let’s hope we’re still around because in 2102 the time capsule will be reopened.

2. Two exhibits could only be added by cutting holes in the roof.

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he original Bass Pro Shops® Outdoor World® in Springfield is a paradise for outdoor-loving enthusiasts. This 500,000-squarefoot store is the number-one tourist attraction in Missouri enticing over 4 million people to visit every year.

The Grandaddy of All Outdoor Stores® is full of immersive shopping fun, offering visitors one of the largest assortments of outdoor gear, apparel and gifts under one roof.

Leave the city behind as you enter this massive outdoor shopping mecca that lets you experience the outdoors indoors. Walking through the front doors feels like you’re stepping into the heart of the Ozarks. Explore the store’s freshwater aquariums and cascading indoor waterfalls highlighting Missouri’s native creatures, complete with educational sessions on native fish. Marvel at the wildlife, such as alligators and turtles, living in the in-store swamp. Gun experts and hunters can head to the archery and shooting ranges to test their new purchases. Get your blades sharpened while you browse through an extensive collection of knives at the knife shop.

If you get hungry or thirsty, there’s no need to leave the store. A full-service restaurant and snack bar full of fudge and goodies await on the first and second floors.

Don’t miss the daily fish feeding shows at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday in Uncle Buck's Audito-

rium. Watch as divers feed the fish and present an educational seminar on native Missouri fish and other creatures.

Shopping is just the first part of the experience and just one component of the store. An array of museums, attractions and one-of-a-kind artifacts make Bass Pro Shops® a “must-see” when you visit the Ozarks. Additional attractions and experiences include:

Hemingway’s Blue Water Café A captivating full-service restaurant inspired by American author and saltwater fishing legend Ernest Hemingway – avid sportsman and pioneer of big game fishing.

National Archery Hall of Fame This free experience preserves the sport’s history and tradition in the United States. The hall showcases more than 1,500 artifacts, including a handmade bow created by Native American Apache leader Geronimo.

The Fine Gun Room Available at only a handful of Bass Pro Shops® in the country, The Fine Gun Room has some of the oldest and most expensive guns in the store, some selling as high as $90,000 to avid collectors.

National Rifle Association Sporting Arms Museum

firearms in America from pre-Colonial times to present-day. The museum is home to a premier collection of sporting arms in the world featuring legendary items like Teddy Roosevelt’s hunting rifle.

Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium This world-class, enchanting fish and wildlife attraction features 35,000 live fish, reptiles, mammals and birds, and 1.5 million gallons of water.

Bass Pro Shops® Motorsports Museum The free Motorsports Museum in the store features a variety of racing memorabilia, such as fire suits, helmets and racing collectibles. Visitors can get an up-close look at the actual cars used in races, such as the champion No. 3 car Dale Earnhardt drove for his Daytona 500 win in 1998.

John A. and Genny Morris Conservation Education Center This 50,000-square-foot space houses the Wonders of the Ozarks Learning Facility School. The WOLF School is a comprehensive learning experience that serves as a national model for outdoor education. The White River Conference Center, an elaborate banquet space with a signature wilderness atmosphere ideal for special events of all sizes, is also in the center.

A free exhibit dedicated to chronicling the development and evolution of

Things to Do

Some exhibits inside Wonders of Wildlife are so big, they can’t fit through the doors. Not only was the Penguin Cove diving tube lowered in through the roof, but the roof of Bass Pro Shops was removed to add the 15,000-pound Dream Buck that sits in the middle of the store, and replaced with a skylight.

3. There’s a shooting range underneath Bass Pro. Those casually walking through Bass Pro who aren’t gun connoisseurs have probably missed the entrance of the shooting range. Head back to the camping section to try out your next buy.

4. The aquarium in Hemingway’s was designed by the hosts of the TV show "Tanked."

Although it never made it to TV, the aquariums behind the bar inside Hemingway’s Blue Water Cafe were designed by the aquarium gurus themselves.

5. The most expensive gun sold in Bass Pro is in the Fine Gun Room.

Antique, rare, and expensive guns can be found in the Fine Gun room in Bass Pro. These guns most often catch the eye of collectors and can go into the six-figure range.

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Experience Fish and Wildlife from

AROUND THE WORLD

Get up close to live penguins during a Penguin Encounter.

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Visitors pass a bison herd as they enter the wildlife galleries.

n 2017, Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium opened to the public, making it one of Springfield’s top attractions. It was named Best New Attraction

by USA Today’s Readers’ Choice Poll in 2017 and won Best Aquarium in USA Today Readers’ Choice Polls in 2018 and 2020.

Louisiana swamp area. Get lost in the Ozarks forest and Amazon rainforest through mazes of creature habitats. Hungry guests can stop for soup, salad, sandwiches, and pizza at the Fish Tales Cafe near the museum’s entrance or nibble on snacks at the snack bar near the shipwreck area.

The 350,000-square-foot space houses over 35,000 fish, reptiles, amphibians, birds and mammals from small turtles to a large albino alligator. The sea of blue tanks stretches through a series of themed areas visitors can roam. Walk through and view an ocean shipwreck or cross over a swinging bridge into the

Be ready to get your hands wet, as the aquarium is centered around interactivity. Families can reach their hands into touch tanks to get a feel of live sea creatures such as stingrays and starfish. Those who want to show off their artist’s hand can decorate a fish drawing and see it come to life in a digital sea aquarium.

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Things to Do

Weaving through Wonders of Wildlife, visitors will find The Wildlife Galleries are filled with displays, photographs and information about large and small animals from all over the world.

Everywhere you look, you’ll see birds, mammals, reptiles and more preserved in fascinating displays replicating their natural habitats.

Hand-painted murals blend seamlessly with three-dimensional dioramas that take you to places you may have never been before.

Wonders of Wildlife is open seven days a week and hours vary according to the season. Tickets can be purchased online at wondersofwildlife. org or at the aquarium itself.

Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium

A Few Fun Facts…

WOW has over 1.3 million gallons of water, and the building is 350,000 square feet.

It took two muralists an entire year to paint the Great African Hall.

12 loggerhead sea turtles were rehabilitated at WOW and released back into the wild in 2021.

Giant Pacific octopi, like Nyx, have three hearts.

WOW partners with 40 leading national conservation organizations.

WOW is home to over 600 species of animals.

More than 60 species of corals live in the Coral Reef tank.

The freshwater ray at WOW weighs over 80 pounds.

The sturgeon at WOW are trained to know it's time to eat when they hear the maraca!

45 aquarists, keepers, vet staff and life support work together to ensure the best animal care.

WOW recovers 10,950,000 gallons of used saltwater every year.

Not all sharks need to constantly swim. Sand tiger sharks will snooze in the Out to Sea exhibit.

It would take the two-toed sloth at WOW 8.82 hours to walk the museum’s 1.5 miles of pathway.

624,000 pounds of salt are used each year to make 2,737,000 gallons of saltwater.

WOW moves over 20,000 gallons of water every minute.

Since opening in 2017, staff and volunteers have completed about 440,000 dives.

The oldest SeaTREK guest to date is 92 years old.

Each Wednesday, divers at WOW do underwater exhibit maintenance for a cumulative 20 hours.

During the summer, SeaTREK guests use 36,000 psi (pounds per square inch) of air daily.

Things to Do

Unique WOW Activities SeaTREK: Swim with sharks and other sea life during a SeaTREK dive where participants can see sharks up-close from the inside of a metal cage in the big aquarium.

Penguin Encounter: Fans of penguins can participate in a Penguin Encounter where aquarium staff show a sample of their everyday routine, including how they’re fed.

Private Overnight: Spend a full night inside Wonders of Wildlife learning about all the sea life through guided tours and animal presentations. After a full evening of activities, guests can fall asleep surrounded by the aquarium’s marine life.

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the “Crack” of a Bat Means

Baseball

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F oods T o T ry At A Cardinals Game

Love to eat? Here are five foods you have to try at a Springfield Cardinals game.

Bucket of Popcorn If you buy the bucket, you get unlimited refills for the night.

Hiland Dairy Ice Cream In the Helmet Choose from over a dozen flavors of ice cream and it comes with the souvenir helmet.

Photos by Matt Turer

Louie, The Springfield Cardinals Mascot, Reflects on Game Day at Hammons Field

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By Louie

ow do I know it’s gameday? It starts with a loud “CRACK!” The players are here. In their red shorts and practice tops. It’s batting practice time. The empty seats watch, waiting for a show that gets closer and closer with every home run hit onto the outfield hill. The outfield hill that will soon be filled with kids catching those home runs! And families eating a picnic full of ballpark food. Hot dogs.

Bratwurst. Drinks and nachos. And then they see me, Louie. They see me and they yell my name. LOUIE! LOUIE! We high five. The little Cardinals’ fans laugh and smile. We take photos. And then…”CRACK!” But this time, the stands are full. The grass is buzzing.

The ball is caught by a little girl with a little glove and a big smile. Her family smiles back, and we all celebrate the Cardinals taking the lead!

The inning ends, and I run toward the field with four fans and Team Louie behind me. We catapult ball after ball for a mid-inning competition. The Cardinals right fielder watches and laughs as the kids try to catch the

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baseballs. If they catch all of them, they win a Domino’s pizza! They catch all of them. And win that pizza.

The inning ends, and the sun begins to set. It’s a beautiful Missouri sunset.

A Baseball Sky! The purple and orange rays reach out over the chatter of the crowd with voices from all over the Ozarks, and from everywhere else, spending a night with the Cardinals.

“POP!” The ball hits the catcher’s mitt.

The radar gun shows 99. It’s strike three. The little boy next to me jumps UP! And UP! And CHEERS! And CHEERS! “Yay Louie! Go Cardinals!” he yells.

The inning ends, and we’re tied. The game is over halfway through. I walk up to the main concourse toward the smell of waffle cones and funnel cakes, passing smiling face after smiling face looking up at me, and pointing, and yelling, “LOUIE!” “LOUIE!”

The inning ends, and the lights are on.

The sun is set but the field is bright. I sit behind the dugout next to a family from Joplin that yell “LOUIE!” “LOUIE!” I’m playing a trick on one of them when “CRACK!” the family from Joplin next to the family from Springfield next to the little girl from Arkansas stand and clap and cheer! The smiling faces on the outfield grass churn their little feet and run to catch the home run!

The Cardinals win! The team celebrates in their home white uniforms.

The game ends, and it’s a Friday night. It’s time for fireworks. The smiling faces and families look toward the brilliant colorful sky lighting up downfield Springfield. It’s a grand finale to a grand night at the ballpark.

The fireworks end, and my friends get up. Families hold hands and walk to their cars, and drive home with cars full of smiles.

I can’t wait to do it again tomorrow!

Things to Do

Build-Your-Own Nachos Can be topped with beef, pork, or chicken with a dozen other toppings.

Funnel Cake The funnel cakes are made to order and can be topped with as much powdered sugar as you’d like.

Hot Dog Top it with ketchup, mustard, relish, or whatever your heart desires.

OUTDOOR FUN FOR EVERYONE Whether you’re a life-long

fan or new to the game, it’s always a great time cheering on the Springfield Cardinals at Hammons Field in downtown Springfield.

With season-long specials and ongoing promotions, we’ve got even more great reasons to put it on your “Must-Do” list. Suites and group packages available.

Proud Double-A affiliate of the 11-time World Champion St. Louis Cardinals.

Hammons Field is located at 955 East Trafficway in downtown Springfield, MO.

TICKETS: 417- 863-2143 | www.

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CAVES Of the Ozarks

Each is its own unique underground realm.

Did You Know?

With more than 6,400 caves documented, Missouri has the most recorded caves compared to any other state.

In the fall, Smallin Civil War Cave offers lantern tours. The Civil War Lantern Tour includes a traditional “on the trail” dinner served around a campfire in the woods, lit by lantern-light, and served by friendly “Union and Confederate” workers. After dinner, guests will enjoy a mysterious and beautiful lantern-lit tour through the cave.

Fantastic Caverns was an underground speakeasy in the 1920s during Prohibition. The cave has also been a venue for country music shows.

Riverbluff Cave was discovered on September 11, 2001. Where Cox Road was being extended southward, holes had been packed with explosives to blast a limestone outcropping that blocked progress, but blasting was halted throughout the country after the terrorist attacks that occurred on that day in the United States. Explosives that had already been set, however, had to be discharged for safety reasons. At 2 p.m., the explosion led to the cave’s discovery. Riverbluff Cave is not open for tours, however, prehistoric fossils found in the cave are on display at the Missouri Institute of Natural Science.

At 10 stories high, the entrance to Smallin Civil War Cave is the largest in Missouri.

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nce you’ve toured one cave, don’t go thinking you’ve seen them all. Even caves that are just a few miles apart have different formations and histories. That’s especially true in Missouri where about 6,400 caves are documented, including the amazing show caves offering tours in the Springfield area.

Jonathan Beard is a cave restoration technician who repairs and cleans damaged caves and has mapped or helped map more than 600 caves all over the country, including many in the Ozarks. He explained every cave is different because of the type of limestone where they exist, how much water flows through the stone and for how long, if water can drip through the roof of the cave to create formations, where cracks and planes form, and a lot of chemical reactions that take thousands of years.

In short, “every cave is different because water does different things to different caves,” he said.

You can see examples of that at Fantastic Caverns, the only cave in North America large enough to ride through and one of only a few that’s easily toured by people with mobility issues.

“There are parts of Fantastic Caverns that are highly decorated,” Beard said. “Then there are parts of the cave where you’re lucky to find anything.”

Visitors to Fantastic Caverns can explore the cave from the comfort of a Jeep-drawn tram.

cave opening is so small, crawling is required to enter. Openings that can accommodate Jeep-drawn trams were created and now it’s one of the area’s most visited caves.

Another popular cave south of Springfield is a completely different experience. Smallin Civil War Cave also has large formations, but their colors are darker than those in Fantastic Caverns. A paved walking trail makes Smallin Civil War Cave easily accessible by foot and for those using assistive devices, such as wheelchairs.

At 10 stories high, Smallin Civil War Cave’s opening makes it visible to anyone exploring the area, including the Native Americans who inhabited the Ozarks and used the cave before white settlers arrived. In 1818, Henry Schoolcraft noted the cave in his journals, making it the first documented cave in the Ozarks. By the time of the Civil War, the cave was common knowledge and used extensively for a number of purposes. For several years, the cave was closed to the public, though local scouts explored it while it was part of a camp. A few years ago, Kevin and Wanetta Bright purchased the land and opened the cave for public tours.

Other tour caves in the Springfield area include Talking Rocks Cavern in Branson West. First named Fairy Cave because it looked like “a subterranean The cave was found in 1862 by a farmer whose fairyland,” the tour showcases sparkling mineral dedog chased a rabbit into a small opening in a bluff. posits and other geological formations that will leave There’s no sign of humans ever being in Fantastic you awestruck and amazed. Add Marvel Cave at Caverns cave prior to that, though it’s been used the Silver Dollar City theme park near Branson and extensively since then — as a speakeasy in the 20s, others in the area and there are plenty of subterraa country music performance venue in the 50s and nean adventures to explore, each offering something 60s and a tour cave. Despite its size, the original different and reasons to tour each one.

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Things to Do

Guided tours at Talking Rocks Cavern showcase beautiful formations.

Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield

A New Visitor Center features the finest collection of trans-Mississippi Civil War artifacts in the national Park Service

The "Lyon bed."

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isitors to Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield who haven’t been in a while — or perhaps never — are in for a treat.

A $3.5 million project completed in 2021 added about 1,800 square feet of new exhibit space, allowing patrons to view more of the park’s extensive collection of Civil War artifacts. Among them is the original “Lyon bed” where the body of the first Union general to die during the Civil War, Nathaniel Lyon, was laid after his death during the Battle of Wilson’s Creek.

New displays showcase the park’s collection of edged weapons and firearms along with new interactive audiovisual and virtual displays allowing people to view historic weapon demonstrations and digitally view fragile artifacts and other items that are in storage.

A cannon and interpretative marker on the battlefield tour road.

After exploring the museum, patrons can drive through the battlefield where the Battle of Wilson’s Creek, the second major battle of the Civil War, took place. The tour road offers multiple stops with interpretive signage, the historic Ray House and other stops to learn about the battle.

Administered by the National Park Service, Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield preserves the site of the first major battle of the Civil War in the west. The Confederate victory on August 10, 1861, focused greater national attention on the war in Missouri, leading to increased federal military action. The park features a significant museum collection and substantial research library in addition to a well-preserved battlefield, five-mile tour road, historic structures — including the 1852 Ray House — a preserved section of the historic Wire Road, and hiking and horseback riding trails.

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The historic Ray house.

The Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield Visitor Center and Museum is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Admission to the facility is free and fees are charged for the tour road.

Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield 6424 W. Farm Road 182 Republic Tour road hours vary according to seasons, and are generally 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. from October through March, with extended hours the remainder of the year. Contact the park for specific dates.

Phone: 417-732-2662 x227 nps.gov/wicr

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What’s New in the Ozarks?

A lot happened in 2021. Here are some fun, new things that made it to the Springfield area last year that are well worth checking out.

Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield Visitor Center After 18 months, the Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield Visitors Center reopened with $3.5 million in new renovations. See page 15 for details. Visit the new visitor center and national park at 6424 W. Farm Road 182.

The Plant Room The Plant Room houses hundreds of different plants perfect to decorate and liven your home. Check it out at 1349 S. Glenstone Ave., Suite H.

Ozark Mill Restaurant After several years of construction, the Ozark Mill Restaurant opened its doors at 802 Finley Farms Lane in Ozark. The dining space, bar and patio overlook the picturesque Finley River. The farm-to-table inspired menu focuses on seasonal dishes, pastas and pizzas featuring local, sustainable food sources including 28 types of organically-grown produce grown on-site.

Metro Eats Metro Eats is the city’s newest Farmers’ Market.

With over 50 vendors, the market is open yearround and features goodies such as produce, meat, dairy, eggs, pastries, candles, woodworking, adult beverages, art, live music and more. Future projects include a drive-in movie theater, food truck park, mini-golf course, and more.

Find Metro Eats at 2463 W. Sunshine St. on Wednesday and Saturday.

Coming Soon!

Ozarks Coffee Trail Locals and travelers can sign-up for the Ozarks Coffee Trail to sample coffee, tea, and goodies from local coffee shops. See page 84 for more information.

Fleur Floral Studio Big Shots Golf The ultimate golf and gaming experience welcomed families, foodies and every level of golfer in 2021.

Check out the tee boxes, food and cocktail menu, sports bars, outdoor patio, mini-golf and private event space at 1930 E. Kearney St.

Shoppers can purchase flowers by the stem at the bouquet bar, greeting cards and small gifts at Fleur Floral Studio, 1423 E. Cherry St., Suite 101.

Buff City Soap The nationwide chain brought its soap-making skills to Springfield at 2750 S. Glenstone Ave.

Costco

Bark Yard

Springfield locals flocked to the long-awaited opening of the city’s first Costco at 279 N. Eastgate Ave. Membership is required to shop and can be purchased at the customer service desk inside.

Bark Yard is Springfield’s newest space where dogs and humans can both play. Check out the off-leash dog park, bar-and-patio area, retail shops, and doggy daycare at 3110 E. Cherry St.

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Grant Avenue Parkway The Grant Avenue Parkway will create an off-street pedestrian and bicycle pathway along Grant Avenue between Sunshine Street and College Street in the heart of Springfield. The 3-mile stretch will connect downtown Springfield with the Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium, linking authentic Springfield experiences for residents and visitors.

The completion date is TBD.

Dirt 66 Expansion of the new Dirt 66 trail is in the works and it’s going to be a doozy!

The first trail segment opened in 2020 with the entire 33-mile project expected to be finished in 2022. More than 10 miles of trail through the woods by Fellows Lake is completed.

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from A to Z

f you’re wondering what to do next in Springfield, why not visit the city in alphabetical order? Here is a sample of activities ranging from A to Z.

Askinosie Chocolate

Attend a Springfield Cardinals Baseball game at Hammons Field, where more than 100 of the St. Louis Cardinals players got their start.

Queen City Soda & Sweets Route 66 Car Museum

The 20,000-square-foot Route 66 Car Museum features a 70-car collection of sports cars, 1907 to 1980 classics and movie cars.

Bass Pro Shops®

Cardinals Baseball

Experience history, culture, and ghost stories at Pythian Castle, Springfield’s only castle.

Purchase nostalgic sweets, treats, and craft sodas at Queen City Soda & Sweets near the downtown square.

Visit Springfield’s own chocolate factory, Askinosie Chocolate, a small-batch direct-trade chocolate maker sourcing 100% of cocoa beans directly from farmers.

Known as The Grandaddy of All Outdoor Stores®, explore all 500,000 square feet of the original Bass Pro Shops® attracting over 4 million people a year.

Pythian Castle

Smallin Civil War Cave

Itty Bitty City

Let the little ones play at Itty Bitty City, a play center featuring a pretend cafe, firehouse, police station and market.

Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife

First documented in 1818, Smallin Civil War Cave’s breathtaking ten-story arch leads you into rich human history and rare cave life.

TommyHawks Axe House

National Museum & Aquarium

Test your axe-throwing skills at Tommyhawks Axe House.

Take a journey through immersive galleries and a 1.5 million gallon aquarium adventure showcasing 35,000 live fish, mammals, reptiles, amphibians and birds.

Climb your way through the ropes course or take a trip down the Sky Rider Coaster at Urban Air Adventure Park.

Kai After Dark

Urban Air Adventure Park

Head to Kai for delicious sushi and drink specials.

Discovery Center

Laura Ingall’s Wilder Home & Museum

Learn about the American pioneer experience The Discovery Center is an interactive hands-on through the life and literature of Laura Ingalls Wilder. museum. Learn with hundreds of exhibits that explore physics, chemistry, energy, health and different cultures.

Eurasia Coffee Co.

Head to Eurasia Coffee Co. on Historic Commercial Street for tasty pastries, bakery items and coffee.

Vantage Rooftop Lounge & Conservatory

Farmers’ Markets

You can visit seven farmers’ markets across the Ozarks: the Farmers Market of the Ozarks, C-Street City Market, the Greater Springfield Farmers’ Market, The Ozarks Farmers’ Market, Metro Eats, Greater Polk County Farmers Market, and Nixa Area Farmers’ Market filled with locally grown produce, homemade crafts, candles and delicious food.

With beautiful European Art Deco style and live greenery inside and rooftop patio outside, Vantage is a favorite for locals and travelers.

Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden

The oldest attraction at the Springfield Botanical Gardens, the 7.5-acre Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden includes a large koi lake, moon bridge, meditation garden, tea house and traditional Japanese garden landscaping.

Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park

This 113-acre park is home to the Springfield Botanical Gardens, Lake Drummond, several themed gardens and the Roston Native Butterfly House.

Gillioz Theatre

See live concerts, movies, and shows at the Gillioz Theatre on Route 66.

Historic C-Street

Ozark Mill & Finley Farms

The Ozark Mill Restaurant opened in September 2021. The dining space, bar and patio overlook the picturesque Finley River. Finley Farms also houses a coffee shop, event spaces, and a wedding chapel.

For quaint restaurants, shops and coffee houses, visit businesses along Historic Commercial Street.

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Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield

Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield is one of six national parks in Missouri. It features displays and tours to help visitors learn about the first major Civil War battle fought west of the Mississippi River.

Xeriscape Garden

A style of landscape design requiring little or no irrigation or other maintenance, the WaterWise Xeriscape Garden is filled with beautiful flowers and plants for anyone to enjoy.

Yakov’s Theatre

Make a quick drive down to Branson to the home theater base for Russian-born comedian, Yakov Smirnoff.

Zenith Climbing Center

Take a climb at Zenith Climbing Center featuring state-of-the-art Walltopia climbing walls, training and systems area, yoga studio and gear shop.

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Wild About

Dickerson Park Zoo 1401 W. Norton Road The zoo includes more than 450 animals from all over the world, a petting zoo, a seasonal train ride, a giraffe feeding deck, educational programs and a gift shop. Most areas are handicapped accessible.

Open daily from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. November–February (closed if walkways are covered with ice or snow) and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. March–October including all summer holidays. The zoo is closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Visit the website or call for admission information, special events, educational programs and more.

Phone: 417-864-1800 DickersonParkZoo.org

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Other Animal Attractions The Springfield area offers an array of opportunities to get up close with animals from around the world thanks to attractions that educate while they entertain.

Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium features more than 35,000 live fish, mammals, reptiles, amphibians and birds.

Zookeeper Brock Andrus checks Patience the elephant for arthritis.

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visit to Dickerson Park Zoo is about a lot more than seeing animals from all over the world.

Patrons will also see beautiful landscaping, hear unusual sounds and learn important lessons about conservation.

All that wouldn’t be possible without the zookeepers who keep the hundreds of animals at the 70-acre zoo safe, clean and healthy.

Brock Andrus, one of about 20 zookeepers at the city-owned zoo, said an amazing amount of work goes into caring for the animals from the tiny creatures in the reptile house to the massive elephants in the Tropical Asia area.

“I see these animals more than I see my own family,” Andrus said, laughing. “The food they get is better than what I get. The medical care is better.”

Along with feeding the animals and keeping enclosures clean, zookeepers frequently check the animals’ entire bodies to look for injuries, signs of disease and even mental health issues.

You might, for example, see Andrus working with Patience, an elephant who has reached her golden years, on what look like yoga poses. While the stretching is good for Patience, the moves are actually designed to allow Andrus to examine her feet and check her joints for signs of arthritis.

“It’s not all scooping poop,” said Andrus, whose work attire includes knee-high rubber boots so he can easily hose off the aforementioned substance when the need arises.

Tour the World

The river otters are a popular zoo attraction.

No matter which part of the world you’re visiting at the zoo, you’ll see examples of zookeepers taking care of the animals from cleaning enclosures to veterinary care.

Wild Animal Safari includes a small walk-through zoo and a ride-through tour where patrons can see - and feed dozens of animals and learn about them from a well-versed tour guide.

While it may look like regular animal care, what you’re seeing could be part of a research project, the results of which will be used to keep animals all over the world healthier.

In 2021, a month-long study was conducted with giraffes to determine how well a pour-on antiparasitic medication worked. If the study shows the product works well, it could be used to treat giraffes in human care and in the wild to prevent parasites and the diseases they carry, said zookeeper Matt Corrie who drew blood from the long-necked animals periodically so it could be analyzed.

At National Tiger Sanctuary, only guided walking tours are allowed with feeding tours and other special tours as options.

Along with tigers, the sanctuary has African lions, mountain lions, leopards and pumas.

On the subject of giraffes, be sure to see the baby that was born in September 2021! It’s adorable.

Another important part of zookeepers’ jobs at Dickerson Park Zoo is presenting programs to educate the public about the animals and their habitats.

Those lessons, in fact, are among the most important functions of the zoo, said general curator Ken Harmon who oversees the team of zookeepers.

“People come to see the animals but aren’t aware of the education side of it,” Harmon said.

Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park allows kids to explore the rich agricultural heritage of the Ozarks thanks to a red barn that’s home to hoofed livestock and a cattle barn housing beef and dairy animals.

Fowl and other livestock are also on hand.

If educational programs are what you’re looking for, be sure to check the calendar at DickersonParkZoo.org. Programs for kids of all ages are offered year-round and in various parts of the zoo.

The Springfield-Conservation Nature Center provides opportunities to see native species in their natural habitats.

Walk the trails for a chance to see whitetailed deer, turkeys, squirrels, insects, reptiles, fish, birds and more.

Throughout the zoo, animals are grouped by their native geographic regions, including Africa, Australia, Asia, South America, North America and even a section with white-tailed deer, bobcats, black bears, otters and other creatures native to the Ozarks.

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Historic Springfield

Then & Now

The Evolution of Park Central Square

1860s

Since becoming a city in 1838, Springfield has seen a lot of changes. From a Civil War battle and a quick-draw shootout downtown to the naming of Route 66 and a VJ Day celebration that filled the square. Here is a quick summary of Springfield’s history and a few photos of how the city has changed.

The Fox Theater

1900s

1920s

1940s

Route 66 Rail Haven

2020s

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Bass Pro Shops® Outdoor World®

A Timeline of Springfield History

1838 - Springfield incorporated 1838 - Trail of Tears passes through the city 1861 - Battle of Wilson’s Creek 1862 - Fantastic Caverns discovered 1863 - Battle of Springfield fought downtown 1865 - “Wild Bill” Hickok Shootout 1870 - Railroad arrives 1870 - Lindberg’s Tavern opened (It’s still operating on Commercial Street.)

Pythian Castle

1906 - Infamous lynching on the square 1906 - Classes met for the first time at State Normal, now Missouri State University 1909 - The Landers Theatre opened 1913 - Fire destroyed almost all the buildings on the northeast corner of Park Central Square 1913 - Pythian Castle was built 1919 - Springfield was known as the largest horse and mule market in the world 1922 - Dickerson Park Zoo opened

Heer's Building

1923 - Shrine Mosque dedicated 1926 - Route 66 named 1926 - Gillioz Theatre opened 1928 - Springfield Art Museum established 1932 - Young Brothers Massacre 1933 - Springfield Symphony founded 1934 - Springfield Little Theatre established 1937 - Street car service ended 1950 - Wilson’s Creek Battlefield Foundation formed 1953 - The Cobra Scare 1955 - Ozark Jubilee begins airing 1963 - Springfield-style Cashew Chicken invented 1970 - Battlefield Mall opened 1971 - Bass Pro Shops® established

Red's Giant Hamburg

1991 - Ozark Greenways established 1994 - Missouri Sports Hall of Fame opened 1998 - Discovery Center opened 2004 - Hammons Field baseball stadium opened 2016 - Route 66 Car Museum opened 2018 - Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium named best new attraction by "USA Today" 2019 - History Museum on the Square named best new attraction by "USA Today"

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A Wealth of Unique

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MUSEUMS

hether your interests are in local history or events of the past that shaped our nation, historical sites and museums in the Ozarks will provide education and entertainment for hours.

Some are well known while others are quirky and off the beaten path, and they all are worth exploring. Many are free or low cost, and some have limited hours; it’s a good idea to call before you go.

Muse ums in Sp ringf ie l d The Railroad Historical Museum in Grant Beach Park, 1300 N. Grant Ave., is an opportunity to explore the cab of a Frisco 4524 locomotive, Burlington baggage car, Chicago Northwestern commuter car and Burlington Northern caboose.

Air & Military Museum of the Ozarks, 2305 E. Kearney St., showcases more than 5,000 pieces of military history, including vintage vehicles and much more.

The Battle of Springfield self-guided tour in downtown Springfield explores the Battle of Springfield that took place in January 1863.

Built in 1891 as a jail, The Calaboose, 409 W. McDaniel St., is a federally recognized historical restoration used as a police substation with a police museum on the first floor. Tours are by appointment.

The Dr. Michael J. Clarke History Museum of Ozarks Scouting, 1616 S. Eastgate Ave., showcases uniforms and other scouting memorabilia.

The History Museum on the Square, 154 Park Central Square, presents the rich tapestry of southwest Missouri through interactive exhibits, video and photography and a treasure trove of artifacts. Fans of Route 66 won’t want to miss this award-winning museum.

The History of Hearing Museum, 628 E. Commercial St., lets you examine hearing assistance devices from yesteryear.

The Missouri Institute of Natural Science, 2327 W. Farm Rd. 190, has a plethora of fossils and minerals from around the world along with fossils from Riverbluff Cave.

Route 66 Car Museum, 1634 W. College St., showcases a private collection of more than 70 American and European automobiles.

Springfield Art Museum, 1111 E. Brookside Dr., showcases thousands of pieces of fine art from its permanent collection and special exhibitions throughout the year.

The Doling Park Museum, 301 E. Talmage St., showcases memorabilia of Springfield’s Doling Park, including items from its amusement park and skating rink days.

The Flower Pentecostal Heritage Center Museum, 1445 N. Boonville Ave., displays the development of the Assemblies of God Church, headquartered in Springfield.

Founders Park, 330 E. Water St., is where you can explore Springfield’s first 100 years of history.

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Learn about the state’s sports history and legends at the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame, 3861 E. Stan Musial Dr.

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The Springfield Softball Hall of Fame Museum at the Killian Sports Complex, 2141 E. Pythian St., features the Springfield and Missouri Amateur Softball Association Hall of Fame with displays dating from the 1920s.

Muse ums Ou t side Sp ringf ie l d Branson Auto & Farm Museum, 1335 W. Highway 76 in Branson, is dedicated to the appreciation and preservation of historic automobiles and farming implements.

Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium, 500 W. Sunshine St., is an amazing exploration of wildlife and underwater creatures, their habitats and conservation efforts.

Museums inside Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World

Explore the Christian County Museum & Historical Society, 202 E. Church St. in Ozark, from 2-4 p.m. Sunday April-October and other times by request. Call 417-988-7191 or email ChristianCoHistorical@gmail.com for an appointment.

Creation Experience Museum, 4180 U.S. 65 in Walnut Shade, uses science to educate and inspire people with the authority and reliability of the Bible.

The Ralph Foster Museum at College of the Ozarks, 237 Christian St. in Point Lookout, is a collection of memorabilia relating to the Ozarks. One of the more famous exhibits is the original vehicle used in the television series “The Beverly Hillbillies.”

Visitors will find antiques, weapons, dolls, natural history and other items from around the world.

Shipwrecked Treasure Museum, 505 Branson Landing Blvd. in Branson, lets you explore more than 500 authentic artifacts from historical shipwrecks from around the world.

1935 S. Campbell Ave.

The Archery Hall of Fame has a collection of some of the most unique memorabilia depicting archery history available anywhere in the world.

The Nathan Boone Homestead State Historic Site, 7850 N. State Highway V near Ash Grove, showcases pioneer Nathan Boone, a genuine Missouri icon – a hunter, soldier, surveyor and businessman. He was the youngest son of Daniel Boone.

The George Washington Carver National Monument, 5646 Carver Rd. in Diamond, tells the story of the child known as the “Plant Doctor” who tended his secret garden while observing the day-to-day operations of a 19th-century farm. Nature and nurture ultimately influenced George Washington Carver on his quest for education to becoming a renowned agricultural scientist, educator and humanitarian.

The Titanic Museum, 3235 W. 76 Country Blvd. in Branson, has hundreds of artifacts from the shipwrecked ocean liner, plus hands-on exhibits and self-guided tours.

Veterans Memorial Museum, 1250 W. 76 Country Blvd. in Branson, is a tribute to the men and women who defended American liberties during the 20th century. The museum is filled with a collection of wartime exhibits covering the heights and depths of human experience.

The Bass Pro Museum showcases how the store got its start in Springfield and became the giant outdoor retailer it is today.

Laclede County Route 66 Museum in the Lebanon-Laclede County Library, 915 S. Jefferson Ave. in Lebanon, is home to a replica gas station with a vintage car and pumps, plus other Route 66-related history exhibits.

The Motorsports Museum features racing memorabilia and cars used in NASCAR races, including the No. 3 car Dale Earnhardt drove for his Daytona 500 win in 1998.

The NRA® National Sporting Arms Museum features nearly 1,000 firearms that trace the history of hunting, conservation and freedom.

With about 6,000 volumes, the library at Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield, 6424 W. Farm Rd. 182 near Republic, has one of the largest collections of bound volumes on the Civil War in the National Parks Service. A new Visitor Center is dedicated to educating the public about the area’s Civil War history.

The Laura Ingalls Wilder Home & Museum, 3060 Highway A in Mansfield, inspires curiosity and fosters learning about the American pioneer experience through the life and literature of Laura Ingalls Wilder.

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The History Museum on the Square

A reproduction of a Frisco Railroad steam locomotive greets visitors as they enter the History Museum on the Square.

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xploring the past helps us understand the present, and in Springfield, the award-winning History Museum on the Square is a fun and interesting way to step back in time.

gallery telling the story of how the area was settled from the city’s founding and beyond. View artifacts from early homes and businesses and learn about the men and women who were part of Springfield’s early years. Then move on to an area dedicated to the Civil War. Interpretive signage, photos and video along with war artifacts provide an understanding of the battles that took place in the area.

The museum’s galleries explain the area’s history with interactive displays, interpretive exhibits, unique artifacts and fascinating videos showcasing what made Springfield the intriguing place it is today. Named the nation’s best new attraction in a “USA Today” readers’ poll in 2019, the state-ofthe-art museum is a must-see during your visit to Springfield.

Your journey into the past begins as soon as you enter the museum when you’re greeted by two large screens showing videos, a Frisco locomotive and Native Crossroads at the Spring, a display chronicling the Native American heritage of the Ozarks. Learn about the Osage, Delaware, Kickapoo and other tribes that called the Ozarks home before white settlers arrived, view artifacts and gain an understanding of the people and their culture.

From there, take a ride on the Frisco that represents an important part of Springfield’s development from small town to city. While you’re seated, life-like scenery flows past the windows, giving a sensation of movement through forested land. Passengers also can play a game called “Can You Make it From St. Louis to Springfield” where they guide a train through various obstacles on their journey.

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Your journey into the city’s past includes a touch of the Wild West with a gallery dedicated to one of the most infamous incidents in the city’s history. After a dispute about a poker game — and a woman — “Wild Bill” Hickok and Davis Tutt faced off on

See if you can handle a revolver like “Wild Bill” Hickok at an interactive display about the infamous quick-draw shootout.

Next, hop aboard the trolley, and guide it along a historical timeline where you can select and view videos about the city’s past. The recreation and transportation area also showcases some of the city’s oldest public parks — Doling, Fassnight and Phelps Grove — with wheels that can be turned to show images from each park, and a video tells the story of how the city’s infrastructure developed.

Once you’re done with all that riding, pull up a stump at Gen. Smith’s Tavern, and relax with another video about the area’s history. That’s the beginning of the

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Guide a trolley to the past and learn about historical Springfield events.

Learn about Springfield’s history as The Birthplace of Route 66 and see replicas of neon signs from local businesses.

the square. With remarkable aim, Hickok shot Tutt through the heart and cemented the city’s position as the location of the first recorded quick-draw shootout of the Wild West era. Museum patrons can learn more about what led to the dispute and even try their hand shooting at a target to test their skill.

Telling the story of Springfield’s past wouldn’t be complete without including how it became known as The Birthplace of Route 66. The largest gallery in the museum includes replicas of neon signs from local businesses, such as the Rail Haven Motel, Red’s Giant Hamburg, Sunset Drive-In and Graham’s BBQ.

A wall meanders through the gallery with timelines on both sides telling how the highway developed.

You can’t miss the large replica Route 66 postcards from each state Route 66 visitors pass through on their journey from Chicago to San Bernardino, California. A gas pump, menus, matchbooks and more fill the displays, and murals cover the walls, presenting just a taste of the past that continues to lure visitors today.

Along with permanent displays, the History Museum on the Square hosts events and temporary displays highlighting significant historical events, businesses

The museum is rich in hands-on displays to engage young visitors.

and eras from the city’s past.

When you’re in Springfield, be sure to take an entertaining step back in time at the History Museum on the Square to gain a better understanding of the modern city you see today.

History Museum on the Square 154 Park Central Square 417-831-1976 HistoryMuseumOnTheSquare.org

Step Back in Time 154 Park Central Square Springfield, MO Wed - Sat: 10am to 5pm Sunday: 1pm to 5pm

417 - 831 - 1976 historymuseumonthesquare.org

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“Get your Kicks”

in the Birthplace of

“When Springfield became the birthplace of Route 66, it made Springfield a destination,” said David Eslick, a local historian and founder of the Birthplace of Route 66 Festival in Springfield. “It was the road of opportunity.”

Attorney John T. Woodruff and Oklahoma businessman Cy Avery first proposed U.S. 66 as the name of the new Chicago-to-Los Angeles highway. Ever since, millions of roadies have

Route 66

traveled the iconic highway to get a taste of the “Mother Road”.

“Travelers didn’t just stay on Route 66, they traveled off it too,” said Eslick. He found that tourists visited surrounding attractions and cities that may not have been close to Route 66. “It was amazing for the tourism industry,” Eslick said, “everybody got a piece of it.”

thousands of local and international visitors over the years; some being from France, Germany, Ireland and Japan.

Although the festival was canceled in 2020 and 2021 due to COVID-19, Eslick is hopeful and confident it’ll come back in 2022.

Until then, here are a few sites Route 66 fanatics must visit when they pass through Springfield.

Since the festival’s debut, the event has gathered

Best Western Route 66 Rail Haven

Route 66 Car Museum

203 S. Glenstone Ave.

1634 W. College St.

Since 1938, Best Western Route 66 Rail Haven has welcomed guests traveling along Route 66. The hotel, in fact, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This refurbished motel is set in beautifully landscaped grounds and offers complimentary continental breakfast, outside pool, spa and Route 66 pavilion.

Car enthusiasts can view over 70 car models that owner Guy Mace has been collecting since 1990. View brass-era vehicles that date back to the early 1900s to celebrity cars that are famous for their time on the big screen. The museum houses seven Jaguars, two Rolls Royces, a 1963 Morgan owned by Desert Storm’s General Norman Schwarzkopf, the famous ghost slinging Ecto-1 from “Ghostbusters,” a Gotham Cruiser and more.

Rockwood Motor Court 2200 W. College St. In 1929, Rockwood Court was built on Route 66, and Deverne Ruckman began operating it as a tourist camp. Ruckman also built a Shell Oil Filling Station and house on the property. At that time, the address was 1902 College Street, and the property was on the west edge of Springfield. Renovated in 2019, enjoy clean and comfortable room amenities while experiencing authentic motor court lodging. Each room is themed to an era of Route 66 with vintage décor, furniture and memorabilia.

154 Park Central Square Route 66 fans can head to the History Museum on the Square to marvel at Springfield’s rich history displayed on three floors with traveling exhibit space and six permanent galleries, including a Route 66 section. Review the Route 66 gallery of photos, memorabilia, signs and interactive exhibits that showcase the historic highway.

Route 66 Springfield Visitor Center

Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque

815 E. St. Louis St.

At its creation in 1923, the structure boasted the largest auditorium west of the Mississippi River and the second-largest stage right behind the New York Metropolitan Opera Theater. The building has been host to numerous community events including circuses, telethons, war bond drives, revivals and presidential visits from Truman, Roosevelt and Reagan. The facility has had an eclectic range of performers on the beautiful stage from the Vienna Singers to Elvis Presley to modern performers such as the Blue Comedy Tour and Rob Zombie.

If you’re not sure what to see in Springfield, start your adventure at the Route 66 Springfield Visitor Center for inspiration and mementos. The visitor center can provide maps and heaps of information on all the fun things to see, do and experience in and around Springfield.

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History Museum on the Square

601 E. St. Louis St.

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Gillioz Theatre 325 Park Central East Opened in 1926, the historic Gillioz Theatre was built for concerts and silent movies to draw in patrons traveling on Route 66. Some of the most famous guests that have performed there include Dave Chappelle, Elvis Costello, George Clinton, Parliament Funkadelic, Kacey Musgraves and others. After it closed in the 1980s, the theatre was revamped and reopened and is now used mainly as an entertainment venue for comedians, musicians and movies.

Queen City Soda & Sweets 301 Park Central West Find all your nostalgic favorite sweets such as gigantic lollipops, jelly beans, Clover chewing gum and an assortment of vintage candy bars and craft sodas that’ll take you back to the 1960s. Customers can even take a photo with some of the newly painted murals inside the shop.

Route 66 Food Truck Park 1530 E. St. Louis St. Finished at the beginning of 2020, the Route 66 Food Truck Park is home to an array of food trucks and cuisine to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters. Guests can order their food and sit at picnic tables outside or indoors at the dine-in area and bar.

Steak ‘n Shake 1158 E. St. Louis St. As only one of three locations still on Route 66, the Route 66 Steak N’ Shake was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2012 and still houses the original neon signage and black and white tile floor. Guests can take advantage of the curbside service this location still offers.

College Street Cafe 1622 W. College St. The quaint College Street Cafe is the perfect stop for hungry travelers. With down-home cooking as a staple, all customers will feel as though they are sitting at mama’s table every time they come in.

Red’s Giant Hamburg 2301 W. Sunshine St. Though the restaurant opened in 2019, its history goes back to the 1940s when the original Red’s opened its doors on Route 66 and soon became the first drive-thru restaurant in America. The unusual name is due to the sign being cut off at the bottom so it would fit under power lines.

The new restaurant (no longer on Route 66) features the same old-fashioned hamburgers, fries, pinto beans, ice cream and other menu items that were available from the original restaurant. You’ll also see a sign just like the one from the original and a busy drive-through window.

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The Springfield Symphony Orchestra performs at Juanita K. Hammons Hall.

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rom dazzling Broadway shows to a talented local artistic community, Springfield’s performing arts scene is more vibrant than ever before.

Festivals, concerts, plays, musicals, opera and much more provide exciting performing arts entertainment year-round.

ater—and its high-caliber talent. Both the Springfield Little Theatre and the Springfield Contemporary Theatre have been able to bring notable actors to these stages such as Broadway star Kim Crosby and Lucas Grabeel from the High School Musical franchise.

If it’s old-world charm you’re looking for, Landers Theatre is the place to book your next theater experience. The historic venue—built in 1909 and rebuilt in 1921 after a devastating fire—is home to the Springfield Little Theatre, Missouri’s oldest and largest civic theater operation. Springfield Little Theatre produces a season of plays and musicals for some 60,000 patrons annually, but those aren’t the only options for theater-goers.

Landers Theatre also features concerts and recitals by the Ozarks Lyric Opera and the Springfield Ballet, including its annual performance of The Nutcracker.

Ozarks Lyric Opera provides a wide range of productions to engage existing fans of this vocal art form and emerging audiences who want to learn more. For more than 35 years, Ozarks Lyric Opera has performed at a variety of venues around the city, making opera available to people of all ages and cultural backgrounds.

OLO is also home to Michael Spyres, one of the most sought-after tenors in modern times. Spyres has performed at venues all over the world, including The Met in New York City.

Springfield offers a vibrant performing arts scene including Festivals, concerts, plays, musicals, opera and much more.

Find energetic, modern works on the cutting edge of theater production at the Springfield Contemporary Theatre.

The non-profit production company in downtown Springfield performs more than 30 weekends per year. SCT is known for its high standards of the-

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The Gillioz Theatre on historic Route 66 has a full schedule of movies, concerts, opera, plays, comedians and other productions available year-round with new events added frequently.

Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts on Missouri State University’s campus is home to the Springfield Ballet and the Springfield Symphony

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I’m constantly amazed at the talent and expertise of artists, artisans and musicians in Springfield. There is no better way to experience this explosion of talent than at the “First Friday Art Walk.” From the street performances, the art galleries, the sculpture walk, and everything in between, Springfield proves it has an arts scene with the highest caliber to rival that of any metropolitan city in the country.

Jeremy Rabe, Host, Ozarks FOX AM Live theater is my favorite in this area because I am always blown away by the talent involved in the local theater community. I also enjoy the communal aspect of experiencing this type of art with the audience and actors in a unique way each time.

The Gillioz Theatre has a full schedule of movies, concerts, plays, comedians, and other productions available year-round.

Jhasmine Watson, Deputy Director, Care to Learn From the moment I moved here, I have been blown away by the amazing productions from Springfield Little Theatre. My favorite seat in the house is front row center of the balcony. You can take in the beauty of the entire historical Landers Theatre and get a full view of the stage.

Whether it's a high-energy musical or a dramatic play, I get chills every time that curtain rises!

Logan Aguirre, Publisher, 417 Magazine The Landers Theatre is home to the Springfield Little Theatre, Missouri’s oldest civic theater operation.

HammonsHall.com Your source for ENTERTAINMENT and EVENTS

Photo by Miles Boyer Photography An annual performance of "The Nutcracker" by the Springfield Ballet.

• Broadway • Comedy • Concerts • Family Shows

Orchestra, southwest Missouri's largest regional, professional orchestra. Its size allows for national tours of Broadway productions.

A new theatrical venture in Springfield, "Small Umbrella Theatre," presented its first production, "Little Women The Broadway Musical," in Drury University's Wilhoit Theater in the summer of 2021.

Also at MSU, be sure to enjoy Tent Theatre, a summertime favorite since 1963. The high-quality productions feature collegiate stars alongside theatre professionals from around the country.

• Concerts • Events • Home of Your MSU BEARS

Arts & Entertainment Events Visit SpringfieldMO.org/Events for a full list of great performance options in Springfield, or scan the QR code below with your smartphone.

Box Office:

417-836-7678 • MissouriStateTix.com

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Public

MURALS Greetings From Springfield Mural Springfield is a decorated collage with more than 40 murals painted in downtown alleyways to tall buildings. Check out some of these locally famous murals and the artists behind them.

Where: 438 E. St Louis St., Springfield Photographer: Megan White Photography Artist: Andrea Ehrhardt

“I got laid off from my job during COVID-19 and I had nothing to do.

My husband had been encouraging me to paint full time so I started painting windows, then moved on to painting bigger murals like the one I did in Marshfield, Missouri. It’s been growing ever since. I get a lot of enjoyment from seeing people enjoy my art. The idea that art can live forever and make people happy is really what inspires me.”

– Samantha Cox The Future Is Bright Mural Where: 4000 N. Farmer Ave., Springfield Photographer: Taylor Loveland Artist: Meg Wagler

Systematic Savings Bank Mural Where: 318 South Ave., Springfield Photographer: Mark Frazier Artist: Jorge Ortiz

“I got my BFA in Springfield at Missouri State. I’ve been here since I graduated in 2011. My career start was in a more graphic design-related field. I did that for about 10 years and was looking for something more impactful in the community. As I was looking to create these opportunities, I had the spark to start painting again. I started apprenticing with another local artist and loved seeing how people interacted with the art. I love that public art has that impact.

Being able to pursue art in Springfield has made a more direct impact on the community than I could have ever imagined.”

– Meg Wagler

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Monarch Butterfly Mural Where: 400 South Ave., Springfield Photographer: Hannah Bottarel Artist: Andrea Ehrhardt

“I see Springfield as sort of a blank canvas; there wasn’t a lot of public art several years ago, so I wanted to fill the streets with color. As I painted more and more, it was cool to see the butterfly effect as more artists started appearing around the area and painting murals with their own styles.

There’s a whole lot of wall space in Springfield and I can’t paint them all myself!”

– Andrea Ehrhardt

Pizza Wings Mural Where: 2101 W. Chesterfield St., Springfield Photographer: Emma Watkins Artist: Samantha Cox and Andrea Ehrhardt

Eggs & Bacon Mural Where: 2222 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield Photographer: Kimra Kippes Artist: Samantha Cox and Andrea Ehrhardt

Flamingo Mural Where: 2546 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield Photographer: Meg Wagler Artist: Meg Wagler

Public Murals

Eagle Mural Where: 1401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield Photographer: Saniya Gill Artist: Andrea Ehrhardt

For more information about murals, scan the QR code below with your smartphone.

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The Magic of

C-Street

By Nicole Chilton

Experience Springfield’s first Federal Register Historic District. Do the “C-Street Stroll” and catch the vibe of this eclectic artisan, entertainment and unique shopping destination from the perspective of local author and artist, Nicole Chilton.

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here’s a kind of magic on Historic Commercial Street (affectionately known as C-Street) that you just can’t find anywhere else in Springfield. Maybe it’s the variety of beautiful

architecture from bygone eras, the bevy of dining options or the vintage and artisanal shopping. Perhaps it’s the live music that pops up from inside a bar or a gathering of street musicians. Whatever it is, if you find yourself needing to refresh and replenish or try something unique to do, C-Street is the place.

There are always a variety of handcrafted treats for sale in shops along Commercial Street, including Askinosie Chocolate.

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When I need somewhere to get away and be inspired while I write, I usually find myself driving toward C-Street. More often than not, though, I also find myself… distracted… by Dutch cuisine at Van Gogh’s Eeterie, caramel-vanilla lattes

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at Big Momma’s Coffee & Espresso Bar (The Old 66, usually crafted by Joe, has been my coffee of choice for over a decade.), a friendly farmers’ market and friends meeting up for cocktails at Lindberg’s. And I might be convinced to watch some karaoke. It’s all part of the creative process, I tell myself.

A recent visit was to have dinner and drinks with a friend, but before stepping into the restaurant, the farmer’s market called us. Quite literally, too.

One of the vendors lured us over with handmade soaps smelling of pumpkin spice, and another with miniature cakes in all varieties. (I took home German chocolate; my friend a carrot cake.) I also left with elderberry syrup, new knowledge about the kombucha-making process and excitement about what meal I would make with all the beautiful vegetables I could never grow myself. Known as “the sweetest little market in town,” the C-Street Market has been around since 2005, every Thursday and Saturday from April through November.

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Brunch at Van Gogh’s Eeterie - the gluten-free “Farm Near Auvers” Dutch pancake with honey, apples and goat cheese is worthy of splitting, but I like to claim the whole thing for myself.

Stroll down the six blocks of shops for window shopping and treats! Hakaar’s Bazaar and MJ’s are great for curated vintage finds. True story: I picked up a formal for a high school dance at a C-Street bygone relic, “Nellie Dunn’s.”

Step into Askinosie Chocolate for a quick sample, and pick up some internationally recognized bars of LOCALLY made chocolate. The smell!

The taste!

Nicole Chilton and pup look at the seasonal display in the windows at Pizza House.

It’s hard not to feel like you’ve stepped back in time when strolling down C-Street. This has a lot to do with the efforts of the Commercial Club, established in the 1920s, and still active today. Because of the group’s work and support, including having Commercial Street placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983, C-Street has maintained its character while it’s seen a resurgence of activity over the past few decades.

I barely scratched the surface on all C-Street has to offer. For more information visit historiccstreet.com.

Nicole Chilton is an author and artist living in Springfield.

Bring a reusable bag and stop by the C-Street Market for locally grown goods. Plan on spending more than you budgeted.

Happy hour on the Cafe Cusco patio!

Have you ever had a margarita dusted with cinnamon?

Historic C-Street is the original downtown of North Springfield, a city established by the commercial district that developed after the Atlantic and Pacific railroads came to Springfield in 1870.

It became the hub of entertainment, dining and shopping for travelers who visited by rail. After the decline of the railroads, many businesses gravitated to south Springfield. After the cities became one, Commercial Street went through transitional periods of growth.

Late-night pizza dinner at Pizza House. Either dine-in or grab to go.

And if you’re in the mood for live music, check out Lindberg’s Tavern schedule.

For more information about the events and happenings on C-Street, head to historiccstreet.com or scan the QR code below with your smartphone.

The latest transition is the exciting developments that are underway, with an increased budget for C-Street improvements as early as fall 2021.

Visitors will notice improved parking, newly commissioned public art, upgrades to the Footbridge Plaza, as well as general signage additions.

With such great enhancements to an already wonderful area, C-Street should be on the top of everyone’s to-do list.

Grab a pick-me-up “Old 66” vanilla and caramel latte from Big Momma’s.

Maybe a sandwich too. And say hi to Joe if he’s working!

The author enjoys a brew with her dog outside Big Momma's Coffee & Espresso Bar.

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Downtown Springfield Now...

and Then.

See what’s next in the heart of the city.

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owntown Springfield is an energetic part of the city filled with restaurants, retailers, attractions, entertainment venues, galleries and more.

“It’s gone through an astounding evolution from what it was in the 1950s and ‘60s,” said John Sellars, executive director of the History Museum on the Square.

Back then, Park Central Square was the city’s main business district and the area was home to department stores, banks, doctors’ offices and nearly every other business people might need. Route 66 was still a major thoroughfare bringing thousands of travelers through the city and times were different.

were just too great. It was a trend that was difficult to overcome.”

Despite the increasing vacancies in the historic buildings, some businesses stayed the course and kept the area alive. Among them is Springfield Little Theatre, the oldest and largest community theater in

Missouri. The troupe continued producing high-quality live performances that brought patrons to the Landers Theatre even when downtown wasn’t a cool place to hang out.

Thanks to the theater and a handful of other businesses that hung on, and forward-thinking

Those are stark contrasts to what downtown became after Interstate 44 took visitors past the city instead of through it. Dozens of businesses abandoned center city for the malls and shopping districts that sprang up in the last decades of the 20th century.

Springfield wasn’t unique in that business migration, said Rusty Worley, executive director of the Downtown Springfield Association, a nonprofit organization dedicated to downtown progress.

“It was the suburban flight of the ’70s and Springfield was no exception,” Worley said. “The forces

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The historic Landers Theatre first opened in 1928.

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activities that draw thousands of people downtown throughout the year, such as Springfield Cardinals AA baseball games at Hammons Field and live entertainment at many venues. They include the Gillioz Theatre and Landers Theatre, where Springfield Little Theatre continues wowing audiences today.

And let’s not forget the amazing food scene.

Restaurants downtown offer a delightful array of culinary options from various countries, cultures and cuisines, making dining a memorable experience instead of just a way to satisfy hunger.

The Vantage Rooftop Lounge offers a spectacular view of downtown Springfield.

individuals, downtown Springfield has once again become a thriving urban center for shopping, dining, business, arts, entertainment and more.

downtown. Missouri State University expanded into the area. Developers renovated buildings, and entrepreneurs moved businesses into the restored spaces.

The transformation started in the 1990s with Vision 2020, a project designed to guide the community into the future. Citizens began thinking about revitalizing

“They’re coming down here because they want to be part of something bigger than themselves,” Worley said.

Adding to the area’s appeal is The History Museum on the Square, the Discovery Center, several breweries, the Moxie Cinema, RSVPaint, the 1984 arcade and other attractions. Add to the list locally owned retail shops, such as bookstores, a candy store, antique shops, galleries, boutiques, and many other businesses offering merchandise and services unique to Springfield.

As the center city evolution continues, we invite you to explore all the things you can see and do in downtown Springfield. You’re sure to walk away with a sense of place that will have you coming back to see what’s next in the heart of the city.

Downtown, indeed, is a place that embraces its business community and residents.

It is now home to 60 chefowned restaurants, a half dozen coffee shops, 15 bars and nightclubs and other endeavors. Those businesses are supported by the people who live downtown, the faculty and students of nearby college campuses, residents who enjoy downtown ambiance and visitors looking for memorable, eclectic experiences with a unique Springfield vibe.

Hurts Donut is one of many businesses in the renovated downtown area.

That vibe is augmented by festivals and other events and

Enjoy street-side dining at Civil Kitchen.

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For more information about the events and happenings going on downtown, scan the QR code below with your smartphone.

The History Museum on the Square overlooks Park Central Square.

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Explore Two SpringfielD

Galloway Story and photos by Rex Ybañez

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alloway is quiet on Sundays, typically, as church hours keep this stretch of Lone Pine Avenue untouched by traffic. It’s a simple delight to take time to wander from Sequiota Park down to the Galloway Creek Greenway, the first trail in Missouri to become a National Recreation Trail in 2003 by the National Park Service and American Trails. As it starts from Pershing Middle School and ends at the James River Scenic Bridge, I always start at the park to visit the iconic Sequiota Cave. Bikers and joggers are seen making their rounds, coming through again minutes later. The endangered gray bats in the cave remain asleep and undisturbed.

Across the park is Black Lab Coffee Co.; behind that is the delightful 4 x 4 Brewing Company. On a lazy day off, these businesses are integral to my visits. There’s nothing like starting a hike or bike ride with a Bulletproof Coffee or a seasonal apple cider and concluding it with a cold one at the brewery. The Toates McGoates is a Belgian Saison-style farmhouse ale with notes of clove, cracked black pepper and orange zest. But if it’s an appetite that brings you to Galloway, you have to go farther south.

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Friday nights are chill yet exciting times to eat out here. Restaurants like The Rock, Niji Sushi Bar & Grill and Galloway Grill bring you cuisines with some fusion and some culture.

But if you are going out to celebrate, Bambino’s Cafe on Battlefield Road is a great Italian restaurant to eat at on any day of the week. Nothing beats its price point, honestly. The chunky and juicy bruschetta with Portobello Ravioli is almost inexplicable, though the two make for a filling, divine experience.

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dance of wildlife, you have the city and country all in one. If you think about it, the Galloway area never ends because the trail also runs into the Springfield Conservation Nature Center, as it encapsulates an astounding 80 acres of

Other points of interest depend on what you are feeling at the moment. If health and fitness are your concerns, Acacia Spa and Springfield Aerial Fitness may be worth your time. However, if art inspires you, then Pine, Firehouse Pottery and Splatter Art Studio will satiate the artist’s appetite for creativity. Personally, the art studio’s ethos encourages the idea that all people are creative.

Because I am a writer, I couldn’t agree more. And creativity echoes throughout the area.

A certain charm swells from Galloway with its quaint, village feel that nestles in the southeastern corner of Springfield. With green spaces, Ozarkian history, great cuisine and an abun-

Galloway Creek Greenway Trail

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outdoors for trekking and hiking. Now just imagine getting lost on a crisp morning with plenty of places to visit along the way. That’s Galloway: where magic and civilization intersect.

Quarry Town shopping and dining

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Neighborhoods

Rountree Story by Sarah Jenkins

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hen I was a college student, I would sometimes drive around Springfield’s Rountree neighborhood and daydream about living there. Near downtown and Missouri State University’s campus, this historic neighborhood is filled with charming bungalows and tree-lined sidewalks perfect for strolling.

Now that I live within walking distance of Pickwick Avenue and Cherry Street, the ever-growing social center of the neighborhood, I’m amazed how there’s even more to love about this area of the city, and I’m quick to recommend it to anyone coming to visit.

station is a coffee shop, lunch counter or neighborhood bar—depending on what time of day you show up. I can’t get enough of the Date Lady latte, which gets its signature sweetness from locally made date syrup, and I’ll often leave with a new bottle of wine from the impressive selection to enjoy at home later.

The Royal Music Hall is a cozy spot with delicious house cocktails and Wes Anderson movie vibes; it shares patio seating space with Skully’s, where tasty ramen, kimchi fries and wings sell out on the regular.

scene at The Local Bevvy. This shop has a selection of unique handmade art, crafts, goods and gifts. You’re just a two-minute drive from Pagination Bookshop on Walnut Street. This indie store in a cozy historic home offers a well-curated collection of new and used books, complete with a little Harry Potter nook under the stairs. If you’re here

A Taco Tuesday to remember (on any day of the week) awaits you at Here are just a few of the must-sees Team Taco. The walk-up taco joint (and must-eats!) Rountree has to offer: serves seriously good tacos, nachos and bowls with cheeky names (The You’ll find fresh tea room fare and Tofu King is my favorite.), which you save-room-worthy desserts at Tea can enjoy on the patio year-round.

Bar & Bites, a lunch staple with a Or you can take a to-go box across dreamy brick patio. A few doors Cherry Street to Tie & Timber Beer down is Culture Counter, a specialty grocery store featuring local produce, Co., a craft brewery with a spacious backyard beer garden that frequently fresh juices and a rotating selection of homemade ice cream. (Vegan mint hosts live music. chip? Yes, please!)

When you’ve run out of things to eat and drink—and that’ll take a while— On the corner, there’s Cherry Picker you can get a taste of the area arts Package x Fare. This one-time filling

Window shopping down Pickwick Ave.

No matter where you wander in the neighborhood, you’ll see why Rountree is a place daydreams are made of.

Sarah Jenkins enjoys Tofu King tacos on the patio of Team Taco!

Up close and personal on the Tofu King tacos. They’re that good!

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in the spring or fall, look for ArtsFest on Walnut Street and Cider Days, weekend festivals that shut down the street and bring the community together for arts, food and fun.

Checking out the vendors at The Local Bevvy.

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Golfing the Ozarks

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he Ozarks is quickly becoming known as a golf destination thanks to established courses and new links recently added to the mix in the Branson area.

For the tried and true, check out the four public courses the Springfield-Greene County Park Board operates. They range from a unique 9-hole course that's lit at night to the award-winning Rivercut Golf Course on the city's south side.

For a fun, quick and family-friendly golf course, Oscar Blom is designed for you. This par 27, 9-hole, lighted course adjacent to the Bill & Payne Stewart Golf Course is perfect for many ages and skill sets.

The Betty Allison Junior Golf Course at Oscar Blom is free for ages 12 and younger. It features three sets of tees and is the perfect starting place for kids.

The Bill and Payne Stewart Golf Course, opened in 1947, is the city's most established course and includes two practice greens, a driving range, pro shop and snack bar.

Perfect for the novice, intermediate, or highly skilled player, the Horton Smith Golf Course spans 6,312 yards of beautifully maintained fairways and meticulous, challenging greens.

Rivercut Golf Course, ranked the #1 Municipal Golf Course in Missouri by "Golf Digest," is an 18-hole championship course designed to maximize the game's challenges amid a breathtaking setting.

Deer Lake Golf Club is a relatively flat 18-hole course with a nice mix of open and wooded holes, seven ponds and the unique feature of five holes accessed via a cart tunnel beneath Interstate 44.

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The city also is home to five private courses: Hickory Hills Country Club, Highland Springs Country Club, Millwood Golf & Racquet Club, Springfield Golf & Country Club and Twin Oaks Country Club. North of Springfield, you can play Silo Ridge and Bolivar Golf Course, and head south for the Fremont Hills Country Club.

There are also a number of breathtaking and challenging golf courses south of Springfield in the Branson area, including those designed by some of the top names in golf: Tiger Woods, Tom Fazio, Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Tom Watson, Gary Player, Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw.

Big Cedar Lodge is the only resort in the world to have all five of its golf courses designated as Audubon International Signature Sanctuary locations. The independent certification from Audubon International ensures that all Big Cedar courses meet the highest standard of conservation-minded course design and sustainable operation.

Payne's Valley, a course designed by Tiger Woods that opened in 2020, showcases the region's natural beauty. The championship course features an extraordinarily dramatic 19th hole, "The Rock," that can be used to settle unfinished wagers.

Top of the Rock is one of only two par-3 courses used in official competition in a PGA TOUR-sanctioned event. This Jack Nicklaus-designed course features nature and golf at its finest.

Buffalo Ridge Springs brings players in close contact with nature, native grasses and free-ranging buffalo from nearby Dogwood Canyon Nature Park.

Mountain Top Course routes through impressive, 300-million-year-old rock formations and includes

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dramatic views in the Ozarks while delivering a rewarding experience for all skill levels.

The new Ozarks National Course will test avid players and golf travelers from around the country and perfectly complement the existing 18-hole layout at Buffalo Ridge Springs.

Other Golf Options For those who aren’t quite ready to golf a big course, Springfield offers a number of mini courses that are fun for kids and adults.

Getaway Golf, 3833 E. State Highway D Fun Acre, 214 W. Glenwood St. Swing Right Golf, 444 E. Farm Road 192 Discovery Center, 438 E. St. Louis St. (Discovery Center is a hands-on science museum that includes a miniature golf course inside.)

Another option for trying out the game or honing your skills is BigShots Golf, featuring double-decked tee boxes where patrons hit real balls that, with high-tech software, allows players to choose video games or golf courses as landing sites.

Players can compete with patrons at other BigShots Golf venues in real time or with people at the same venue. The facility includes a restaurant and bar with indoor and outdoor lounge seating and private event space.

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Fun Acre Miniature Golf 214 W. Glenwood St. Springfield 65807 (417) 889-1872 funacre.net

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Home of the World's Largest Golf Club.

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RETRO FUN! 80’S arcade

ONE BIG DECADE! • TWO LOCATIONS!

4240 Gretna Rd The Shoppes at Branson Meadows (417) 320-6055

400 S. Jefferson Across from YMCA downtown Springfield (417) 831-3665 1984Arcade.com

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400 S. Jefferson Ave., Springfield (417) 831-3665 1984arcade.com 1984 is the 80's time machine! Original 80's video games, pinball and themed hangout. Visit the 80s at 1984 Arcade, it's totally awesome!

4005 South Ave., Springfield (417) 708-9599 drafthouse.com/springfield Dinner, drinks, movies and events under one roof. Our unique programming and full-service menu has endeared us to film lovers everywhere.

37 North Expeditions

Andy B's Bowl Social

(417) 827-4582 37northexpeditions.com Guiding company that aims to make it simple and convenient for people to explore the Ozarks in a social setting through diverse outdoor adventures.

Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque 601 E. St. Louis St., Springfield (417) 869-9164 abashrine.com Built in 1923, this unique building has a museum and serves as a community event venue.

Air & Military Museum of the Ozarks 2305 E. Kearney St., Springfield (417) 864-7997 ammomuseum.com Visit the hands-on museum and climb aboard a real Cobra helicopter. See restored vintage military equipment and learn about America's veterans.

1127 E. Battlefield Rd., Springfield (417) 883-1234 bowlandybs.com/springfield Andy B's offers a mix of attractions, including bowling, laser tag, arcade and VR alongside an extensive food and beverage selection.

Andy B's Bowl Social Branson 405 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson (417) 213-8631 bowlandybs.com/branson Andy B's offers a mix of attractions, including bowling, laser tag, arcade and VR alongside an extensive food and beverage selection.

Archery Hall of Fame 1935 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield (417) 891-5346 basspro.com/shop/en/archery-hall-offame-and-museum Features some of the most unique memorabilia depicting archery history available anywhere in the world. Located inside Bass Pro Shops®.

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Things To Do N Coupon in back and at SpringfieldMo.org/coupons Askinosie Chocolate 514 E. Commercial St., Springfield (417) 862-9900 askinosie.com Known for pioneering direct trade in the chocolate industry by sharing profits with farmer partners and crafting award-winning bars from scratch.

Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company

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1930 E. Kearney St., Springfield (417) 427-3040 bigshotsgolf.com/locations/springfieldmo A tech-driven entertainment experience offering hitting bays, virtual golf games with LivePlay technology, scratch kitchen creations and endless fun.

Bill & Payne Stewart Golf Course

2278 Baker Creek Rd., Mansfield (417) 924-8917 rareseeds.com One of the largest selections of seeds from the 19th century, including many Asian and European varieties.

1825 E. Norton Rd., Springfield (417) 833-9962 parkboard.org/bill-and-payne-stewart/ An 18-hole, 6,162-yard par 70 golf course which also offers a driving range, practice greens and a pro shop.

Bass Pro Shops® Motorsports Museum

Blue Room Comedy Club

1935 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield (417) 887-7334 basspro.com Visitors can get an up-close look at the cars used in races, such as the No. 3 car Dale Earnhardt drove for his Daytona 500 win in 1998.

Bass Pro Shops® Outdoor World® 1935 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield (417) 887-7334 basspro.com The original and largest of the Bass Pro Shops® with almost 500,000 square feet dedicated to the beauty of the outdoors.

Battle of Springfield Tour Downtown Springfield (417) 831-1976 springfield1863.org 12 markers placed throughout the battleground commemorate key events when Union forces defended Springfield territory in January 1863.

420 W. College St., Springfield (417) 228-8403 blueroomcomedyclub.com Springfield’s premier comedy club, bringing the best comedians seen in the national spotlight to the city.

C-Street Historic District Commercial St. between Washington Ave. and Grant Ave., Springfield historicCstreet.com National Historic District is a cultural collage of unique dining, boutique shopping, Airbnb and event spaces, personal services and stroll gardens.

The Calaboose Museum

Captain B's Fishing Guide Service

2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 883-7777 battlefieldmall.com Southwest Missouri's go-to shopping and dining destination.

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Civil War Library at Wilson's Creek National Battlefield

1825 E. Norton Rd., Springfield (417) 833-9962 parkboardgolf.org/betty-allison The Betty Allison Golf Course is a par 3, lighted course.

Betty and Bobby Allison Miracle League Ball Field 2701 S. Blackman Rd., Springfield (417) 837-5808 parkboard.org/311/Miracle-LeagueBall-Field The Betty and Bobby Allison Miracle League Ball Field is a custom-designed barrier-free ball field for players of all ages and abilities.

Dickersonparkzoo.org 417-833-1570

409 W. McDaniel St., Springfield (417) 864-1810 springfieldmo.gov/591/The-Calaboose Built in 1891 as a jail, there is now a police museum on the first floor. Tours are available by appointment most weekdays.

590 Abby Lane #5, Branson (417) 224-7645 captainbguide.com Guided fishing trips. Coast Guard licensed and insured. Fish catching guaranteed!

Fun and exciting! Equipment and snacks provided. Lodging can be arranged.

Battlefield Mall

WHERE WOLVES? NOT JUST IN LONDON.

6424 W. Farm Rd. 182, Republic (417) 732-2662 nps.gov/wicr With about 6,000 volumes, the library has one of the largest collections of bound volumes on the Civil War in the National Parks Service.

Cooper Tennis Complex 2331 E. Pythian St., Springfield (417) 837-5800 parkboard.org Tennis Complex includes 12 indoor and 17 outdoor lighted courts and features the 2,500-seat Mediacom Tennis Stadium.

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Things To Do N Coupon in back and at SpringfieldMo.org/coupons The Creamery Arts Center

Downtown Springfield

411 N. Sherman Pkwy., Springfield (417) 862-2787 springfieldarts.org The regional home for the arts in the heart of Springfield; meeting and event space is available.

134 Park Central Square, Springfield (417) 831-6200 itsalldowntown.com Food for every appetite, unique shopping, art galleries, coffee shops, live theatre, craft breweries and so much more. It’s All Downtown!

Creative Escape Glass LLC 1700 S. Campbell Ave., Ste. H, Springfield (417) 693-4991 creativeescapeglass.com Fused glass studio open to the public. Shop pre-made creations or make your own fused glass pieces. No experience needed; reservations required.

Creava Studio 1506 E. St. Louis St., Springfield (417) 880-3531 creavastudio.com A local teaching studio that offers pottery and art classes with a gallery of work by local artists and a small arts and crafts shop.

Dance With Me 224 E. Commercial St., Springfield (417) 869-6789 dancewithme.us Providing social partner dance instruction and creating a community where it is fun and easy to learn to dance. Group and private lessons available.

Davis House/Archery Complex 5780 S. Farm Rd. 141, Springfield (417) 874-2910 parkboard.org/339/Archery Indoor range, outdoor sight-in range and a walking wooded 14-target range. Prior experience required. Equipment rental available for $3.

Dharma Day Spa & Salon 2904 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield (417) 882-2755 dharmadayspa.com Full-service spa and salon. A tranquil retreat from everyday stresses. Stay for just an hour or for an entire day.

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1401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield (417) 864-1800 dickersonparkzoo.org Up-close natural adventure with hundreds of animals from around the world. Children's playground, cafe, gift shop and train ride (seasonal).

Discovery Center of Springfield 438 E. St. Louis St., Springfield (417) 862-9910 discoverycenter.org An interactive hands-on science center for all ages with hundreds of exhibits in southwest Missouri's first LEED Gold Certified building.

Doling Park and Family Center 301 E. Talmage St., Springfield (417) 837-5900 parkboard.org Includes a swimming and wading pool, gym, play equipment, horseshoes, two lighted tennis courts, two bocce ball courts and open shelters.

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Dr. Michael J. Clarke History Museum of Ozarks Scouting 1616 S. Eastgate Ave., Springfield (417) 883-1636 ozarktrailsbsa.org/resources/museumof-scouting Located in the Clarence and Edna Wheeler Scout Service Center and the only Boy Scout Museum in Missouri. Visit the exhibits and trail.

Ewing Sports Complex 1400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield (417) 864-1049 parkboard.org Includes baseball/softball, the Spokes BMX track, tennis courts, playground and picnic tables. Adjacent to Jordan Creek Greenway.

Fantastic Caverns 4872 N. Farm Rd. 125, Springfield (417) 833-2010 fantasticcaverns.com Experience America's Ride-Thru Cave!

The 55-minute all-riding cave experience follows an underground riverbed beneath these Ozarks hills.

Farmers Market of the Ozarks 2144 E. Republic Rd., Springfield (417) 323-2655 loveyourfarmer.com The Farmers Market of the Ozarks combines farm-fresh goodness, hand-crafted products and local eateries in one location that is easily accessible.

Fellows Lake Marina 4208 E. Farm Rd. 66, Springfield (417) 833-2058 watershedcommittee.org/fellows-lake Enjoy picnic areas, playground equipment, pavilions, hiking trails, fishing docks, water fowl blinds and boat rentals.

Finley Farms and the Ozark Mill 802 Finley Farms Ln., Ozark (417) 210-6644 finleyfarmsmo.com Finley Farms and The Ozark Mill is a historic destination in the heart of the Ozarks offering farm-inspired dining, vibrant event venues and more.

First Friday Art Walk Downtown Springfield (417) 862-2787 ffaw.org Visit the Downtown Arts District on First Friday to enjoy original art, live music, activities and more at over 20 participating venues.

Things To Do N Coupon in back and at SpringfieldMo.org/coupons Founders Park

History Museum on the Square

330 E. Water St., Springfield (417) 874-2942 parkboard.org/founders Explore Springfield's history in photos and murals at the city's founding site. Includes free outdoor summer movies and concerts.

154 Park Central Square, Springfield (417) 831-1976 historymuseumonthesquare.org History Museum on the Square honors Springfield's past, including the Birthplace of Route 66 and the site of the first Wild West shootout.

Fresh Gallery 401 N. Boonville Ave., Springfield (417) 862-9300 freshgallery.org Springfield's premier collective gallery of the finest regional art. Hailed as "a great space to view art" by the Springfield News-Leader.

Fun Acre Miniature Golf 214 W. Glenwood St., Springfield (417) 889-1872 funacre.net Classic 18 holes and batting cages. Tucked behind Old Town Shopping Center, just east of Campbell Avenue, six blocks south of Bass Pro Shops®.

George Washington Carver National Monument

History of Hearing Museum 628 E. Commercial St., Springfield (417) 869-6550 happyear.com/hearing-aids Explore how the history of hearing has evolved. Enjoy full displays with an expert curator on staff for an informative experience.

3640 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield (417) 202-2025 ittybitty.city Itty Bitty City is a creative play center featuring a pretend cafe, firehouse, vet office, market, water table, giant train table and more!

Jordan Valley Ice Park 635 E. Trafficway St., Springfield (417) 866-7444 parkboard.org/IcePark Enjoy open skating, instructional programs available for all ages and skill levels and Missouri State University ice hockey games!

Gillenwaters Park & Tennis Complex

JQH Arena

Gillioz Theatre 325 Park Central East, Springfield (417) 863-9491 gillioz.org Experience the arts in this 1926 historic theater. Enjoy live theater, concerts, movies and much more! Visit the website for upcoming attractions.

Grizzly Industrial, Inc. 1815 W. Battlefield Rd., Springfield (800) 523-4777 grizzly.com Don't miss this great attraction! Woodworking, metalworking tools and accessories!

Over 15,000 quality tools with great prices.

Harry S. Truman Birthplace State Historic Site 1009 Truman St. #1543, Lamar (417) 682-2279 mostateparks.com/park/harry-s-trumanbirthplace-state-historic-site Birthplace of Harry S. Truman, the only Missourian U.S. president. Visit the sixroom home from Truman's childhood. Free guided tours.

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Itty Bitty City Indoor Play Center

5646 Carver Rd., Diamond (417) 325-4151 nps.gov/gwca The birthplace and childhood home of the famed scientist, educator and humanitarian.

3635 S. Jefferson Ave., Springfield (417) 837-5800 parkboard.org 12 lighted outdoor tennis courts, picnic tables and playground.

What would your world be like without sound?

628 E. Commercial St. Springfield, MO 65803

What is your hearing ability?

417-869-6550 or 800-525-7576

685 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy., Springfield (417) 836-7678 jqharena.missouristate.edu The premier venue in Southwest Missouri located on Missouri State University's campus. Home to Bears' athletics, concerts and much more.

Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts 525 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy., Springfield (417) 836-7678 hammonshall.com Enjoy the Broadway series and other national touring performances in one of the midwest's finest entertainment venues.

Lake Springfield Park, Boathouse and Marina 5324 S. Kissick Ave., Springfield (417) 891-1550 parkboard.org Canoe and kayak rentals available seasonally. The retail shop offers room rentals year-round, fishing tackle and more.

Ghost Tours History Tours Escape Rooms Murder Mystery Private Rental

Laura Ingalls Wilder Home & Museum 3060 State Hwy. A, Mansfield (417) 924-3626 lauraingallswilderhome.com Visit the historic home where the "Little House" books were written. Museum has Pa's fiddle, Laura's personal items, handwritten documents and more.

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The Library Center

Missouri Sports Hall of Fame

4653 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield (417) 882-0714 thelibrary.org Beautiful 82,000-square-foot library featuring gift shop, café, story garden, extensive genealogy research area, computers, WiFi and more.

3861 E. Stan Musial Dr., Springfield (417) 889-3100 mosportshalloffame.com Includes more than 4,000 pieces of sports memorabilia, hands-on exhibits and interesting displays. Come and have a ball at the hall.

The Library Station

Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden

2535 N. Kansas Expwy., Springfield (417) 865-1340 thelibrary.org A destination library with traditional services and additional amenities themed after north Springfield's history of transportation.

2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield (417) 891-1515 parkboard.org Mizumoto Japanese Stroll garden includes a large koi lake, moon bridge, meditation garden, tea house and traditional Japanese garden landscaping.

Outdoor Initiatives 2450 E. Valley Water Mill Rd., Springfield (417) 833-8647 parkboard.org/outdoor Outdoor Initiatives provides adventure trips, outdoor recreation programs and education at an affordable price to the community.

830 E. State Hwy. 174, Republic (417) 770-2077 republicwarriorsports.com Indoor obstacle course offering Ninja Warrior, OCR and fitness training, birthday parties, group events and classes. Also offering open gym daily!

Nathan Boone Homestead State Historic Site

Ozark Empire Fairgrounds & Event Center

Rockbridge Rainbow Trout & Game Ranch

McBride Park 5005 S. Farm Rd. 135, Springfield (417) 864-1049 parkboard.org This 20-acre park features paved trails, picnic tables, a soccer field, a playground and a 10-hole disc golf course.

Missouri Institute of Natural Science - Riverbluff Cave 2327 W. Farm Rd. 190, Springfield (417) 883-0594 monatsci.org Features a plethora of fossils from around the world and Riverbluff Cave. Come and take a tour of the lab and display area.

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7850 N. State Hwy. V, Ash Grove (417) 751-3266 mostateparks.com/park/nathan-boonehomestead-state-historic-site Home of Col. Nathan Boone, the son of Daniel Boone and military officer and early developer of Missouri. Built in 1837.

National Tiger Sanctuary 518 State Hwy. BB, Saddlebrooke (417) 587-3633 nationaltigersanctuary.org See big cats like never before! Come three feet from tigers, lions, leopards and cougars on an educational tour great for the whole family!

NRA® National Sporting Arms Museum 1935 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield (417) 891-5346 nramuseum.org Over 1,000 firearms trace the history of hunting, conservation and freedom at the NRA® National Sporting Arms Museum in Bass Pro Shops®.

3001 N. Grant Ave., Springfield (417) 833-2660 ozarkempirefair.com Home of the region's most exciting events: Ozark Empire Fair, Lawn and Garden Show, Spring Round-Up, Baconfest and more!

Ozarks Heritage Preserve 150 Top of the Rock Rd., Ridgedale (800) 255-6343 bigcedar.com/activity/ancient-ozarkshistory-museum Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum brings you face-to-face with prehistoric creatures, Native American artifacts and galleries showcasing the Civil War and American West.

Ozarks Lyric Opera

Republic Warrior Sports

4297 County Rd. 142, Rockbridge (417) 679-3619 rockbridgemo.com Hidden away in a valley along the blufflined Spring Creek, Rockbridge offers an atmosphere and historic charm unique to the Ozark Mountains.

Route 66 Car Museum 1634 W. College St., Springfield (417) 861-8004 66carmuseum.com The 20,000-square-foot Route 66 Car Museum features a 70-car collection of sports cars, 1907 to 1980 classics and movie cars.

Route 66 Springfield Visitor Center 815 E. St. Louis St., Springfield (417) 881-5300 springfieldmo.org Providing maps, guides, mementos and heaps of information on all the fun things to see, do and experience in and around Springfield.

Park Central Branch Library

Sculpture Walk Springfield

128 Park Central Square, Springfield (417) 831-1342 thelibrary.org Urban arts and media-themed facility featuring an extensive magazine/newspaper collection, computers, WiFi and library services.

Downtown Springfield sculpturewalkspringfield.org Sculpture Walk Springfield has created a museum without walls with access to all through sculptures displayed in downtown Springfield.

Pythian Castle

3575 N. Smallin Rd., Ozark (417) 551-4545 smallincave.com Smallin Civil War Cave brings history to life!

Kids and adults alike will enjoy guided tours through the cave's breathtaking 10-story arch!

Railroad Historical Museum, Inc. 1300 N. Grant Ave., Springfield (417) 833-0994 rrhistoricalmuseum.zoomshare.com Dedicated to the preservation of railroad history. Ring the bell and explore the inside of a variety of railroad cars.

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2015 W. Battlefield Rd., Springfield (417) 885-0007 relicsantiquemall.com Voted area's best antique store with 500+ booths, French, British and American antique furniture and a large Fun Flea Market section. Event Center.

411 N. Sherman Pkwy., Springfield (417) 863-1960 sropera.org Ozarks Lyric Opera entertains and educates the Ozarks by bringing this life-changing art form to the community.

1451 E. Pythian St., Springfield (417) 865-1464 pythiancastle.com Hosting history tours, ghost tours, escape room, murder mystery events and seasonal events year-round. See website for times/ prices. Online discount.

3575 N. Smallin Rd., Ozark, MO

Relics Antique Mall & Event Center

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Smallin Civil War Cave

Springfield Art Museum 1111 E. Brookside Dr., Springfield (417) 837-5700 sgfmuseum.org Over 10,000 art objects representing thousands of years of culture. Includes 19th-21st century American paintings, sculpture and prints.

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Springfield Ballet

Springfield Skate Park

"Wild Bill" Hickok Shootout

411 N. Sherman Pkwy., Springfield (417) 862-1343 springfieldballet.org Springfield Ballet, a not-for-profit organization, transforms lives through premier dance education, performances and community outreach programs.

945 W. Meadowmere St., Springfield (417) 868-8758 parkboard.org/Facilities/Facility/Details/ Springfield-Skate-Park-91 13,500 square feet with Finland-birch ramps; 25,000-square-foot outdoor concrete park with rippin' bowl, flow course and street plaza.

Park Central Square, Springfield (417) 831-1976 See the site where the nation's first recorded quick-draw shootout occurred and helped solidify the reputation of "Wild Bill" Hickok.

Springfield Botanical Gardens at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park

Springfield Softball Hall of Fame Museum

2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield (417) 891-1515 parkboard.org 113 acres includes 26 themed gardens, Butterfly House, Gray/Campbell Farmstead and connects to South Creek Greenway.

2141 E. Pythian St., Springfield (417) 837-5817 parkboard.org Houses a documented history and memorabilia of Springfield softball competition dating from the 1920s.

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955 E. Trafficway St., Springfield (417) 863-2143 springfieldcardinals.com Home to the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals. Catch a Springfield Cardinals game and see baseball's future stars today.

411 N. Sherman Pkwy., Springfield (417) 864-6683 springfieldmosymphony.org The Springfield Symphony Orchestra is southwest Missouri's largest regional, professional orchestra that performs nine concerts each season.

Springfield Conservation Nature Center

Swing Right Golf, Mini Golf and Driving Range

4601 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield (417) 888-4237 mdc.mo.gov/regions/southwest/ springfield-conservation-nature-center Enjoy nature exhibits and three miles of hiking trails through a variety of natural communities. Purchase hunting and fishing permits.

444 E. Farm Rd. 192, Springfield (417) 882-1222 swingrightgolf.net Home of the World's Largest Golf Club.

Features a driving range, 18-hole minigolf course, disc golf, indoor simulators, GoKarts and batting cages.

Springfield Contemporary Theatre

1631 W. College St., Springfield (417) 350-1221 tommyhawks.net TommyHawks is the largest indoor axe house in the Midwest with 12,000 square feet of indoor axe throwing, games, shuffleboard and more!

2025 E. Chestnut Expwy., Springfield (417) 831-8001 springfieldcontemporarytheatre.org Award-winning plays and musicals lead the diverse variety of year-round offerings presented by Springfield’s premiere grownup theatre.

Valley Water Mill Equestrian Center

311 E. Walnut St., Springfield (417) 869-1334 springfieldlittletheatre.org Springfield’s theatre since 1934, Springfield Little Theatre at the historic Landers Theatre features live performances, workshops and more!

4007 N. Farm Rd. 171, Springfield (417) 833-3291 parkboard.org/equestrian Valley Water Mill Equestrian Center is a public facility that offers classes, clinics, shows, birthday packages and facility rentals.

Springfield National Cemetery

WaterWise Garden

1702 E. Seminole St., Springfield (417) 881-9499 cem.va.gov/cems/nchp/springfield.asp Heroes from all wars are buried here and several special monuments have been erected in memoriam to fallen heroes.

S. National Ave. and Linwood St., Springfield (417) 881-8909 mggreene.org/demonstration-gardens/ waterwise-garden Demonstrates the efficient use of water in landscaping and provides an attractive area for strolling and relaxing in an urban setting.

411 N. Sherman Pkwy., Springfield (417) 862-2787 springfieldarts.org Connecting people and the arts. For a comprehensive list of arts events and attractions in the area, visit the council's website.

500 W. Sunshine St., Springfield (888) 222-6060 wondersofwildlife.org Voted America’s Best Aquarium, this 1.5-million-gallon aquarium is home to 35,000 live animals and celebrates both hunters and anglers.

Zenith Climbing Center 3534 E. Sunshine St., Springfield (417) 986-3869 zenithclimbing.com Quality indoor rock climbing experience for all ages and abilities. Yoga classes, fitness area and seasonal guided service for outdoor climbing.

Wilson's Creek National Battlefield 6424 W. Farm Rd. 182, Republic (417) 732-2662 nps.gov/wicr This national park features the site of a major Civil War battle, a self-guided tour road, and a newly expanded Visitor Center museum.

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124 Jungle Rd., Strafford (417) 859-5300 animalsafari.com Get face-to-face with 750+ animals of 70 species from all over the world. 250-acre drive-thru park with walk-thru areas. Get online discount tickets.

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Do you enjoy the great outdoors?

What is your favorite outdoor activity?

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See the Shopping or Dining sections.

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What if the outdoors was indoors?

Hiking/ biking

camping

boating

Hunting/ Fishing

Do you like walking?

Do you like roughing it?

Do you enjoy paddling?

Do you avoid the water?

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NO Ride the dirt trails at Sac River, Dirt 66 or Two Rivers mountain bike parks.

Enjoy the paved Ozark Greenways Trails!

Do you like strolling in gardens?

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NO Head to the Springfield Conservation Nature Center.

Experience the beauty of Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden at Nathanael Greene/ Close Memorial Park.

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NO Park your RV in a shady spot at the Route 66 KOA. Do a little glamping at Big Cedar.

Pack your tent and head into the Mark Twain National Forest or one of the many nearby state forests.

Yes Rent a canoe or kayak at the Lake Springfield Boathouse.

Paddle down the clear waters of a scenic Ozarks river.

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Yes Hunting Gear up at Bass Pro Shops® Outdoor World® and head to local wildlife areas.

Take a powerboat out for a fun day of skiing or tubing on one of the many area lakes.

Hike the color-coded trails through the hills and hollows of Busiek State Forest.

NO Fishing Try your luck at Lake Springfield or Fellows Lake.

Cast a line for White Bass on the James River.

Experience the great outdoors at Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium.

There’s no way to fit everything here.

Go to SpringfieldMo.org or point your smartphone camera at this QR code for all of the outdoor options.

Enjoy the Springfield Botanical Gardens at Nathanael Greene/ Close Memorial Park.

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hen it comes to exploring the outdoors and learning about the history of the area, you can stay on the beaten path or take a walk on the wild side with trails for all skill levels and abilities in southwest Missouri. Here are a few suggestions.

The LINK An option for bike riders is using The LINK, a designated route along city streets that have low traffic volume and slow speed. The LINK consists of Ozark Greenways trails along with other pathways connecting neighborhoods, business centers and modes of transportation.

Springfield Conservation Nature Center Escape the city without leaving city limits at the Springfield Conservation Nature Center. Three miles of walking trails provide opportunities for tree and plant identification, bird watching and spotting animals native to the Ozarks.

African-American Heritage Trail The developing Springfield-Greene County African-American Heritage Trail is comprised of 20 sites dedicated to the area’s African-American history. At each site, a descriptive plaque has been placed or will be placed in the future.

Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield

Trail of Tears

Ozark Greenways Ozark Greenways offers a diversity of trails including rails-to-trails, paved, gravel, natural-surface and a water trail. With more than 140 miles of trails crisscrossing Springfield’s terrain and connecting other communities to the city, recreational opportunities are available for people of all ages and abilities.

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The Trail of Tears, a National Historic Trail, took several routes across the nation and the route through Missouri included Springfield. Portions of the trail can still be seen in the area, including at Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield and the Trail of Tears Park in Battlefield. Two halfmile sections of the Trail of Tears Greenway are found near Republic Road and Golden Avenue and another completed segment that parallels the Trail of Tears begins at Nathanael Greene/ Close Memorial Park and continues south to Battlefield Road.

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The paved tour road through Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield includes a wide path for bikers and walkers. Other trails throughout the park offer ways to explore the historic sites and scenery. The battlefield also has trails for equestrian experiences.

Dirt 66 Mountain Bike/ Walking Trail More than 10 miles of interconnecting natural surface trail through the woods by Fellows Lake is completed on the Dirt 66 project. It offers views of the lake for hikers, runners and mountain bikers. The first trail segment opened in 2020 with the entire 33-mile project expected to be finished in 2022.

Greer Spring Trail You’ll be in awe when you reach Greer Spring, the second largest spring in Missouri. Access to the spring is via a .9-mile trail that descends about 250 feet along a gentle gradient from the trailhead at Missouri Highway 19.

Lakeview Trail This trail goes around Stockton Lake and provides spectacular views of the lake popular for sailboating and other water activities. It passes through State Park beach and joins the Umber Ridge trail. Plan on at least six hours to complete the trial.

Dogwood Canyon Nature Park This 10,000-acre unspoiled paradise offers several opportunities for biking, horseback riding, Segway tours, tram tours and private tours of the park’s natural waterfalls, greenery and open fields filled with roaming buffalo.

Henning Conservation Area Much of this 1,534-acre area consists of steep hills covered with forest interspersed with a series of scenic glades that make up the White River Balds Natural Area. The area also includes a small section of bottomland forest along a one-half-mile stretch of Roark Creek.

Chadwick Motorcycle and ATV Use Area Nearly 80 miles of multi-use trails for ATV, UTV, motorcycles and mountain bikes wind in and out of deep, forested hollows and down long ridge tops.

Busiek State Forest and Wildlife Area A well-marked trail system provides approximately 18 miles of trails for use by hikers, bicyclists and horseback riders. Camping is only permitted with a permit available through the Southwest Regional office.

Cedar Gap Conservation Area Visitors can explore the headwaters of Bryant Creek, view limestone glades and explore the forest at this conservation area.

Big Piney Trail 37 North Expeditions Leave the city and explore the area’s well-known trails with the assistance of professional guides who know the ins and outs of the Ozarks. From easy to expert levels, 37 North Expeditions helps people enjoy Lost Valley Hiking Trail, Sam’s Throne Trail and many others known for breathtaking scenery that includes lakes, waterfalls, herds of wild horses and more.

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Be sure to bring water and a map, because hiking Big Piney Trail means you’re hiking in the wilderness. Signs and trail markings are sparse, there are no bridges across the creeks and the trail may be rough. It also means delightful solitude is almost guaranteed in the beautiful Mark Twain National Forest.

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Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park Where: 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield Photographer: Denise Zaragoza

Dunnegan Memorial Park Where: 601 MO-83, Bolivar Photographer: Lisa Carmen

Springfield Botanical Gardens Where: 2400 S. Scenic Ave, Springfield Photographer: Christian Gholson

Lost Hill Park Where: 4705 N. Farm Rd. 151, Springfield Photographer: Allin Sorenson

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Jordan Valley Park Where: 635 E. Trafficway St., Springfield Photographer: Amber Duff

Finley River Park Where: 891-961 N. Riverside Rd., Ozark Photographer: Walter White

Ritter Springs Park Where: 3683 W. Farm Rd. 92, Springfield Photographer: Sarah Hitsman

Sequiota Park Where: 3500 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield Photographer: Ethan Ruhland

Scan the QR code with your smartphone to see what other parks and gardens Springfield has to offer.

Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden Where: 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield Photographer: Allin Sorenson

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zark Greenways offers a diverse system of trails including rails-totrails, paved trails, gravel trails, a water trail, and natural surface trails.

Springfield also has a growing 80+ mile network of on-street bicycle routes that connect throughout the city. Whether you are biking, hiking or paddling, the region’s trail system offers a variety of routes packed with breathtaking scenery. There’s something for everyone regardless of age, abilities, or interests. Missouri was also named “Best Trails State” in 2013 by American Trails. All trails are free and open during daylight hours only.

Here are overviews of each trail.

Dirt 66: Fellows Lake Trails (10+ miles) Partners Ozark Greenways, City Utilities and TrailSpring are working on 33 miles of natural surface trails around Fellows Lake. These trails are free and open to hikers, trail runners, and mountain bikers during daylight hours.

For more information visit dirt66.trailspring.org.

Fassnight Creek Greenway (1.5 miles) This trail connects two historic parks, Phelps Grove Park and Fassnight Park & Pool, and currently stops at Springfield Skate Park.

Frisco Highline Trail (35 miles) Starting in Springfield at Kearney Street and Eldon Road, this 35-mile Rail-to-Trail project connects Springfield to Bolivar. The trail is paved from the Springfield Trailhead to Mile 8, and Mile 31 to the Bolivar Trailhead.

Other sections have a crushed gravel surface. Trailheads are in: Springfield, Willard, Walnut Grove, Wishart and Bolivar.

Fulbright Spring Greenway (7 miles) Lost Hill Park is a gorgeous trailhead at 4705 N. Farm Rd. 151. Other trailheads include Ritter Springs Park, David C. Murray Trailhead and Truman Elementary School.

Galloway Creek Greenway (5+ miles) This trail links through quaint Galloway Village, to Springfield Conservation Nature Center, James River Greenway and the Trail of Honor. There are several restaurants on the route.

James River Greenway (3+ miles) This lovely trail connects to Galloway Creek Greenway and James River Water Trail, with an additional mile at Lake Springfield Park. The Trail of Honor is a special section of this greenway that passes through the serene Missouri Veteran’s Cemetery.

James River Water Trail (6 miles) This trail is for canoeing and kayaking on the James River from Crighton Access to Lake Springfield. Canoes and kayaks can be rented spring to fall at Lake Springfield Park.

Jordan Creek Greenway (3.5 miles) A two-mile section connects Jordan Valley Park, Silver Springs Park & Pool, and Smith Park. Another one-mile section of trail connects from Mount Vernon Street to Cruse Dog Park and to Ewing Park. The newest half-mile section of trail is in West Meadows, a former Brownfield site that has undergone years of rehabilitation. There is a small trailhead off of Fort Avenue for the out-and-back section of trail.

Sac River Mountain Bike Trails (14 miles) Look for the trailhead turn-off on Missouri 13, three miles north of Interstate 44. This rugged natural-surface trail is popular with mountain bikers, trail runners, and hikers. It is not handicapped accessible. Trail users need to have good directional skills in a wooded setting.

South Creek Greenway (7 miles) Starting at National Avenue and Sunset Street, this greenway cuts through the center of Springfield, and links to Wilson’s Creek Greenway via Tal’s Trailhead. It winds through Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park and links to Springfield Botanical Center.

Ward Branch Greenway (4 miles) There are currently two sections: Two miles from Cox South to Twin Oaks Substation and to The Library Center. Two miles also connect Wanda Gray School Trailhead to the Riverbluff Cave Museum and Rivercut Golf Course.

Wilson’s Creek Greenway (5 miles) This trail travels through a mix of woods and active pasture, connects to South Creek Greenway at Tal’s Trailhead, and passes through Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park Trailhead.

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Chesterfield Family Center & Park 2511 W. Republic Rd. • 417-891-1616

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Cooper Tennis Complex & Park 2331 E. Pythian St. • 417-837-5800

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Doling Family Center & Park 310 E. Talmage St. • 417-837-5900

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Fassnight Park 1300 S. Campbell Ave. • 417-864-1049

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Killian Sports Complex & Softball Stadium 2141 E. Pythian St. • 417-837-5817

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Lake Springfield Park and Boathouse 5324 S. Kissick Ave. • 417-891-1550

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Meador Sports Complex & Park 2500 S. Fremont Ave. • 417-864-1049

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Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden (at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park) 2400 S. Scenic Ave. • 417-891-1515

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Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146 • 417-837-5949

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Historic park with outdoor pool, tennis courts, basketball courts, a baseball field, horseshoes, picnic tables and grills.

Home to Timmons Hall.

Best skate park in the Midwest. Indoor and outdoor course, board rentals, pro shop for skateboards, scooters and BMX bikes.

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Pursue trophy Rainbow Trout in a crystal clear, private spring fed creek.

Snuggle in luxurious, comfortable lodging.

Enjoy casual fine dining in the main lodge, boasting a world class wine list.

Wander through the secluded, scenic Ozark ridges on our hiking trails.

Test your target skills by shooting clays at the gun club.

Finish off the day by listening to the sounds of nature and the rumbling waterfall at our open air pub in the 1800’s grist mill.

Call us to make your reservations or stop by to see our beautiful resort!

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Battle of Carthage State Historic Site 1111 E. Chestnut St. Carthage, MO 64836

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Bennett Spring State Park 26250 Highway 64A Lebanon, MO 65536

417-532-4338

Big Sugar Creek State Park 6727 Big Sugar Creek Rd. Pineville, MO 64856

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Current River State Park 11053 CR 19-D Salem, MO 65560

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Prairie State Park 128 N.W. 150th Ln. Mindenmines, MO 64769

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Roaring River State Park 12716 Farm Rd. 2239 Cassville, MO 65625

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Experience the best of the Ozarks at Top of the Rock! This one-of-a-kind destination is something you just have to see to believe. Tour through the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail, explore the Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum and choose from one of multiple restaurants that offer stunning views of Table Rock Lake. With world-class attractions, legendary golf and spectacular dining, your whole family is sure to leave with memories to last a lifetime.

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George Washington Carver National Monument 5646 Carver Rd., Diamond, MO 64840 nps.gov/gwca

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Ozark National Scenic Riverways 404 Watercress Dr., Van Buren, MO 63965 nps.gov/ozar

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There’s always something going on downtown.

With over 40 restaurants, theatres, galleries, shopping and more, Downtown Springfield is the place to be.

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Do you hunt or fish?

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NO Find paintings, pottery, glass and more in the shops and galleries Downtown or on C-Street.

Shop for unique art during a First Friday Art Walk.

Shop the great assortment at Waverly House Gifts & Gallery.

Get ideas for unique, locally made goods on pages 70-71.

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Indulge in the locally made artisanal treats at Askinosie Chocolate.

“The Grandaddy of All Outdoor Stores,” Bass Pro Shops® Outdoor World®, offers hunting and fishing gear plus gifts, clothing, footwear, food, fun and much more.

Check out the 150+ stores in Battlefield Mall.

Shop for fresh food at Culture Counter, Chabom or The Artisans Oven.

Make a weekend visit to one of many outdoor farmers markets.

There’s no way to fit everything here.

Go to SpringfieldMo.org or point your smartphone camera at this QR code for more shopping options.

Seek out rare treasures at Relics Antique Mall, Mike’s Unique Collectable and Antique Flea Market, The Vintage Peddler, A Cricket in the House or Freakin’ Antiquin’.

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Stroll down the sidewalks of Downtown or Historic C-Street for boutiques and other locally owned shops.

Visit the many shops of Brentwood Center.

Explore the charming Pickwick and Galloway neighborhood districts.

Find power and hand tools for wood and metalworking projects at Grizzly Industrial.

Find western clothing, footwear and accessories at PFI Western Store, Home of BootDaddy

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The Queen City of

Shopping!

From Big Malls and the 'Grandaddy' to Unique Boutiques, Springfield is the Shopping Hub of the Ozarks.

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hopping in Springfield is an excursion with hundreds of stores throughout the city. If you’re looking to spend some cash on a souvenir, update your wardrobe, or find something unique for your home, here are some must-see shopping districts.

Battlefield Mall features more than 150 stores in 1.2 million square feet of space with the anchor stores being JCPenney, two Dillard’s stores, and Macy’s. If you’re hungry, the mall has dozens of snack shops and eateries and a food court. Some of the newest stores include H&M, Lululemon, Dry Goods, Sno Bubble Tea, Sunshine and Wine Boutique and Versona.

Across the street from Battlefield Mall is the Brentwood Center. Filled with locally owned boutiques, restaurants, and salon services, it’s a great place to find clothing, treats and home decor. Some shops and restaurants to stop by are Farmer’s Gastropub, The Market, Staxx, Modern Society Boutique, Olive and Ivy Boutique, H·I·M, Blackwell’s, Bon Bon’s Candy House and others.

The C-Street City Market is one of seven farmers’ markets in the Springfield area.

For homegrown products, you can visit seven farmers’ markets across the Ozarks, including the Farmers Market of the Ozarks, C-Street City Market, the Greater Springfield Farmers’ Market, The Ozark Farmers’ Market, Metro Eats, Greater Polk County Farmers Market, and Nixa Area Farmers’ Market filled with locally grown produce, homemade crafts, candles and delicious food.

Downtown Springfield is bustling with dozens of coffee shops, restaurants, and local businesses selling everything from soap and pottery to candy and Springfield-themed goods.

The ever-growing Historic Commercial Street flourishes with life as over 30 unique shops and restaurants have reignited the old district. Do the C-Street stroll and find everything from tea and coffee shops to home decor and fresh flowers.

Battlefield Mall features more than 150 stores in 1.2 million square feet of space.

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Bass Pro Shops® Outdoor World® isn't just for outdoor enthusiasts. It's a shopping experience that will appeal to everyone in the family.

Top 10 Best places to Shop in the area

If bigger is better in your book, head to Bass Pro Shops® Outdoor World®, the first and largest Bass Pro store in the world. The number one attraction in Missouri, it’s frequented by over 4 million visitors a year. In addition to all the hunting, fishing and camping gear you could ever want, this mothership boasts a huge indoor boat showroom. You can spend hours exploring the museums, gazing at aquarium fish and taking your photo with an array of wildlife displays around the store.

➊ Bass Pro Shops® Outdoor World® 1935 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield

➋ Battlefield Mall

2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield

➌ Brentwood Shopping Center

2674 Glenstone Ave., Springfield

➍ C-Street Market

321 E. Commercial St., Springfield

➎ Farmers Market of the Ozarks 2144 E. Republic Rd., Springfield

➏ Greater Polk County Farmers Market A walk down Commercial Street makes for a memorable shopping experience.

320 S. Market Ave., Bolivar

➐ Greater Springfield Farmers’ Market 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Ste 101, Springfield

➑ Metro Eats

2463 W. Sunshine St., Springfield

➒ Nixa Area Farmers’ Market

W. Mount Vernon St. at N Main St., Nixa

➓ Ozark Farmers Market

844 Finley Farms Ln., Ozark

For more information about places to shop, scan the QR code below with your smartphone.

Vintage Peddler offers a variety of antiques and handcrafted items unique to the Ozarks.

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Widely Acclaimed.

Date Lady Syrup When owners Colleen and Ryan Sundlie lived in the United Arab Emirates, they learned about the benefits of dates and the Date Lady was born. Since the original syrup’s launch in 2012, Date Lady now offers California Barhi dates, date sugar, coconut caramel sauce, chocolate spread, barbecue and sweet chili sauce, all sweetened naturally and exclusively with dates.

Leong’s Cashew Chicken Sauce Askinosie Chocolate Made on Commercial Street, Askinosie Chocolate has been featured in publications like "The New York Times” and “The Wall Street Journal” and owner Shawn Askinosie has been interviewed in over 100 podcasts. This bean-to-bar chocolate business sources cocoa beans directly from smallholder farmers in Ecuador, the Amazon, Tanzania and the Philippines.

Ozark Mountain Popcorn Ozark Mountain Popcorn has popped this delicious treat with dozens of unique flavors for customers all over the U.S. for 50 years. A locally famous bag is the Springfield mix made with caramel, cheddar and kettle corn.

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Springfield-Style Cashew Chicken was made famous by David Leong in 1963 when he opened Leong’s Tea House. While the original restaurant is now closed, David’s son, Wing Yee Leong, is still serving up his father’s recipe at Leong’s Asian Diner.

5 Pound Apparel T-shirts designed, made and printed in Springfield, 5 Pound Apparel makes quirky and fun designs dedicated to the culture of the Ozarks.

The clothing brand gives five pounds of food to someone in need with every purchase through the Ozarks Food Harvest.

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Locally Made.

Vital Farms Eggs Every Vital Farms egg comes from a pasture-raised hen that has a minimum of 108 square feet of roaming room in green pastures, providing the freedom to forage for local grasses, succulents and wildflowers while enjoying fresh air and sunshine.

Float Trip Pickles Inspired by the float trips the owner, Jerry Harmison Jr., took with his family in the 90s in the Ozarks, the sweet and spicy pickles became a tradition at every float trip meal. The crunch of a dill slice, the savory taste of grandma’s homemade sweet pickles and the sassy heat of jalapeños are enjoyed by locals at home, picnics, tailgate parties, barbecue events and, of course, float trips.

Papa Johnny’s Ozarks Barbeque Sauce After searching for the perfect barbecue sauce, founder Papa Johnny decided to make his own sauce to suit his tastes. After experimenting in his kitchen, he found the perfect balance of sweet and mild, which represents his interpretation of true Ozark Mountain barbecue.

Reborn Candle Co. Veteran owned and operated, Reborn Candle Co. has dozens of handmade candles, with Ozarks-inspired scents like “Christmas in the Ozarks” and “Autumn in the Ozarks.”

More Locally Made Goods Scan this QR code with your smartphone to find more locally made treasures and the best places to find them.

Hammons Black Walnuts In business for over 75 years, Hammons Black Walnuts stand out in the nut world because of their distinct, bold flavor, versatility and health benefits. Harvested in the USA every fall, black walnuts are one of a few crops still picked by hand, making them a unique, all-natural and sustainable food.

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EAT SHOP LOVE Commercial Street • Springfield, MO

209 E. Commercial St., Springfield, MO 417-719-4311 • chabomteaspice.com

A Vintage boutique where old meets new.

Clothing, jewelry, antiques, home decor, and garden accessories.

426 W. Commercial St. Springfield, MO

417-326-9432

Unique Gifts • Fair Trade Goods • Handcrafted Originals.

320 E. Commercial St., Springfield, MO 417-830-0220 • facebook.com/footbridgetrading

Gypsy Girl

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Peace, Love and Junk

Antiques, Home Decor, Collectibles, Furniture, & One-Of-A-Kind Merchandise

225 E. Commercial St., Springfield, MO 417-350-6497 • gypsygirljunk.com

Taste the chocolate Food & Wine called one of the “25 Game Changing Companies in 2021” 514 E. Commercial St., Springfield, MO 417-862-9900 • askinosie.com

304 E. Commercial St., Springfield, MO

A Feast for the Eyes and Tastebuds!

Tearoom • Bakery • Boutique

211 E. Commercial St., Springfield, MO 417-866-7000 • msgilmores.com

What’s The Most Unique/Interesting Item You’ve Ever Had At The Shop?

Tips for finding just what you're looking for.

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hen it comes to antique stores and flea markets, one piece of advice holds true no matter where you’re shopping. If you see something you love, don’t think you can come back for it later.

“If you see it, buy it,” said Shelly Gordon, owner of The Vintage Peddler.

“It won’t be there when you come back. If you love it, someone else will love it, too.”

That’s what store owners across the city tell people who are shopping for unique home decor, looking for things to add to collections, or simply taking trips down memory lane as they peruse items from yesteryear that fill dozens of stores found throughout Springfield.

Gordon also recommends patience for those looking for specific items. Check at different stores and return often to see if someone has what you’re looking for in their booth. Sooner or later, it will show up and can be yours.

Another tip shop owners offer is to do your research and learn about the things you want to collect or add to your home decor.

Mike Cook, owner of Mike’s Unique Collectable & Antique Flea Market, suggests collectors become experts on

A display at Freakin’ Antiquin’

what they’re collecting so they know what they’re looking at when they see something that might belong in their set. He adds that no one should expect a collection to be a valuable investment. Most collections, in fact, have little monetary value.

“They need to do it because they like collecting it,” he said. “They’re not going to make any money on it.

If you’re going to collect something, you need to collect something that interests you.”

Part of the fun of collecting is the hunt and, in many cases, the nostalgia that comes with those shopping expeditions.

Melissa Sharples, owner of Freakin’ Antiquin’, said she hears customers exclaim frequently that an item in her shop is something their grandparents or parents owned and they buy it because it brings back fond memories of loved ones and times past.

“We get to hear lots of stories,” she said, smiling.

Along with the memories many shoppers have as they’re looking through the myriad of products for sale, one thing they’re sure to find are high-quality goods at less than they would pay for new merchandise.

“A wine cooler made in the 1850s. It’s made of black forest wood, copper-lined, and has little hand-carved turtle feet. You’d usually see a piece like this in a museum. It’s currently selling for around $18,000.”

– Beverly Robb, Relics Antique Mall A classic poster at Relics Antique Mall

Matthew and Beverly Robb, owners of Relics Antique Mall, the largest antique mall in Missouri, said people looking to furnish a home can get great deals on furniture that has stood the test of time and will continue to do so.

When shopping for antique furniture, they recommend looking a piece over top to bottom, inside and out. Antique furniture is made of solid wood so if you see particle board, it’s not the real deal. You should also look for mitered joints over nails and screws.

“A little tin police car made in Japan around the World War II era. I remember paying $5 and it turns out it was a really rare piece. It ended up selling for $950.”

– Mike Cook, Mike’s Unique Collectable & Antique Flea Market

“An antique ferris wheel seat stuffed with horsehair.”

– Shelly Gordan, The Vintage Peddler

Even if something isn’t a true antique, it can still be a bargain, and purchasing from flea markets and antique shops is a way to recycle, reuse and repurpose things.

“It’s a very green thing to do,” Matthew Robb said. “This is the original green business.”

No matter what it is you find in a flea market or antique store, keep in mind the top tip shop owners share with customers.

“If it speaks to you, buy it,” Beverly Robb said. “If you really love it, don’t walk away from it.”

Glassware at Mike's Unique

Unusual lamps at Relics Antique Mall

Gourds are among the items sometimes offered for sale at Vintage Peddler.

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2nd Story Antiques

Bass Pro Shops® Outdoor World®

Creative Escape Glass LLC

304 E. Commercial St., Springfield (417) 880-9796 2ndstoryantiques.com Specializing in vintage, antiques, home decor, collectibles, furniture and one-ofa-kind merchandise.

1935 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield (417) 887-7334 basspro.com The original and largest of the Bass Pro Shops® with almost 500,000 square feet dedicated to the beauty of the outdoors.

Askinosie Chocolate

Battlefield Mall

1700 S. Campbell Ave, Ste. H, Springfield (417) 693-4991 creativeescapeglass.com Fused glass studio open to the public.

Shop pre-made creations or make your own fused glass pieces. No experience needed; reservations required.

Downtown Springfield (417) 862-2787 ffaw.org Visit the Downtown Arts District on First Friday to enjoy original art, live music, activities and more at over 20 participating venues.

514 E. Commercial St., Springfield (417) 862-9900 askinosie.com Known for pioneering direct trade in the chocolate industry by sharing profits with farmer partners and crafting award-winning bars from scratch.

2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 883-7777 battlefieldmall.com Southwest Missouri's go-to shopping and dining destination.

Cymphony's

Footbridge Trading Company

Avon with Penny 2936 E. Sunshine St., Springfield (417) 889-7633 youravon.com/psearfoss Skincare experts and makeup specialists devoted to the happiness of our customers. Your Avon needs are available in a one-stop-shop.

Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company 2278 Baker Creek Rd., Mansfield (417) 924-8917 rareseeds.com One of the largest selections of seeds from the 19th century, including many Asian and European varieties.

C-Street City Market 321 E. Commercial St., Springfield (417) 988-1393 historiccstreet.com/city-market "The Sweetest Little Market." Springfield's oldest farmers market bringing growers and makers to the city for 150+ years! Sat 9-2/Thurs 4-8 April-Oct.

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209 E. Commercial St., Springfield (417) 719-4311 chabomteaspice.com Locally-owned tea and spice market.

Save money with 150 loose-leaf teas, 500+ spices, teapots and gifts. Get a freshly brewed tea as well.

426 W. Commercial St., Springfield (417) 326-9432 instagram.com/cymphonysoncstreet A vintage boutique where old meets new.

Clothing, jewelry, antiques, repurposed, upcycled, home decor and garden accessories.

320 E. Commercial St., Springfield (417) 830-0220 facebook.com/footbridgetrading A boutique offering unique gifts and products from local artisans and fair trade. Located on Historic C-Street.

Farmers Market of the Ozarks

2259 E. Bennett St., Springfield (417) 755-7141 freakinantiquin.com Looking for something old, crusty, rusty or unique for your home? We have it.

Sometimes in its original state, other times it is repurposed.

2144 E. Republic Rd., Springfield (417) 323-2655 loveyourfarmer.com The Farmers Market of the Ozarks combines farm-fresh goodness, hand-crafted products and local eateries in one location that is easily accessible.

Finley Farms and the Ozark Mill 802 Finley Farms Ln., Ozark (417) 210-6644 finleyfarmsmo.com Finley Farms and The Ozark Mill is a historic destination in the heart of the Ozarks offering farm-inspired dining, vibrant event venues and more.

Freakin' Antiquin' Vintage Market

Fresh Gallery 401 N. Boonville Ave., Springfield (417) 862-9300 freshgallery.org Springfield's premier collective gallery of the finest regional art. Hailed as "a great space to view art" by the Springfield News-Leader.

Do you love all things antique, vintage, & recycled?

We do too! Come see us!

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Freakin’ Antiquin’ Vintage Market

2259 E. Bennett St., Springfield, MO 417-755-7141 freakinantiquin.com

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Gilmore's

The Home Brewery

211 E. Commercial St., Springfield (417) 866-7000 msgilmores.com Feast for the eyes and tastebuds! Wide variety of lunch items, teas and desserts.

Eclectic collection of vintage decor, clothing, jewelry and handbags.

1967 W. Boat St., Ozark (417) 581-0963 homebrewery.com Your homebrewing supply store since 1984. Let us help you make your own beer, wine, mead, cider, spirits, soda, cheese and more at home.

Grizzly Industrial, Inc.

Jellybeans

1815 W. Battlefield Rd., Springfield (800) 523-4777 grizzly.com Don't miss this great attraction!

Woodworking, metalworking tools and accessories! Over 15,000 quality tools with great prices.

2632 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 889-2117 tinytotstweens.com The place to shop for tiny, tots and tweens. Find the best clothing, shoes, accessories, toys, gear and more for sizes newborn through 14.

Gypsy Girl

Kearney Street Antiques

225 E. Commercial St., Springfield (417) 350-6497 gypsygirljunk.com We carry the new and the old from vintage furniture, clothes, DIY gifts, local art, collectables, fair trade items, essential oils and more.

2351 E. Kearney St., Springfield (417) 350-8410 Antiques, primitives, furniture, Civil War era collectibles, jewelry, postcards, tin signs, baseball cards and many unique treasures.

H·I·M

2800 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson (417) 337-5426 Kringles is the largest year-round Christmas store in Missouri. It has the largest selection of collectibles in one location.

Over 100 themed trees.

2636 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 771-5166 him-gift-shop.business.site A man's lifestyle store that's always keeping him in mind! Find the perfect gift for that man in your life.

Sweetest Little Market in Town

april thru october

Kringles Christmas Shop

hours &info: C•StreetcityMarketon Facebook

Kearney Street Antiques

Antiques, Civil War era collectibles, jewelry, postcards, tin signs, and many unique treasures.

2351 E. Kearney St. • Springfield, MO 65803

417-350-8410

Facebook: Kearney Street Antiques

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Eat and shop at these unique, locally owned businesses!

2674 S. Glenstone Ave. Springfield (Across from Battlefield Mall)

Contemporary boutique cultivating closets and empowering women with clothing, accessories and gifts since 2004.

Gifts for Him 2632 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, MO 417-866-2900 • ShopStaxx.com

2636 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, MO 417-771-5166 • Follow us on instagram @himspringfield

2628 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, MO

417-889-1145 • Follow us on instagram @themarketspringfield

2632 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, MO

417-889-2117 • tinytotstweens.com We love celebrating life’s biggest moments with you. follow us on instagram @shopjellybeans.

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T. Charleston’s Books and Gifts

2628 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 889-1145 facebook.com/themarketspringfield A lifestyle boutique store specializing in classic comfort with a great selection of clothing, home decor and unique and eclectic gifts.

2800 W. 76, Branson (417) 334-7931 T. Charleston’s Books and Gifts is Branson’s only full-service bookstore.

Come in to find the perfect item for any occasion.

Mike's Unique Collectable and Antique Flea Market

311 Park Central West, Springfield (417) 771-5237 Springfield's only cigar and whisky bar.

Located downtown. Offering tobacco, libations, food, coffee and a relaxing atmosphere.

3335 W. Sunshine St., Springfield (417) 869-5400 mikesunique.com More than 250 handsome booths and well-lit showcases. Antiques, collectibles and one-of-a-kind items. Small pet friendly!

Ozark Mountain Popcorn 1433 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 866-5555 popcorninspringfieldmo.com Popping this delicious treat for over 50 years, there are over 60 flavors crafted fresh in Springfield, then packaged and shipped all over the world.

The Polish Pottery Shoppe 2802 E. Battlefield Rd., Springfield (417) 720-4447 thepolishpotteryshoppe.com Polish Pottery brings old-world charm to today’s home. Beautiful enough for special occasions, durable for everyday use. Start your collection today!

Tabak Co.

Town & County 2660 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 883-6131 shoptownandcounty.com Premier men and women's clothing store with a specialty in helping customers and making them feel like a million bucks.

Wide selection found nowhere else.

The Vintage Peddler 1432 E. Trafficway St., Springfield (417) 864-9808 facebook.com/thevintagepeddler Specializing in unique and hard-to-find antiques, industrial, vintage and repurposed items for your home and garden.

Specializing in unique, hard-to-find antiques, industrial, vintage and re-purposed items for your home & garden.

1432 E. Trafficway Street • Springfield, Missouri

417-864-9808

Relics Antique Mall & Event Center 2015 W. Battlefield Rd., Springfield (417) 885-0007 relicsantiquemall.com Voted area's best antique store with 500+ booths, French, British and American antique furniture and a large Fun Flea Market section. Event Center.

Rosewood Farms & Grandpa Joe's Chocolates 7345 Hwy. 5, Hartville (417) 741-6915 grandpajoeschocolates.com Enjoy a day in the country at Rosewood Farms. Gourmet foods, coffee, chocolate, home decor, gifts and so much more await you in this shopping paradise.

Adventure awaits at Waverly House Gifts & Gallery 2031 S. Waverly Ave., Springfield (417) 882-3445 waverlyhouse.com Fine art and fine craft gallery featuring regional and national artists in a variety of media, with a year-round Christmas room.

Antique Mall & Event Center

Missouri’s Largest Antique Mall Open Monday-Saturday 10-6 & Sunday 12-6

90,000 Square Feet 500 Dealers

Show-Me Brewing 1925 E. Bennett St., Springfield (417) 315-8617 showmebrewing.com Springfield's only nano-brewery, brew-on-premises and homebrewing supply store. Brewing and serving 12 taps of fresh, small-batch craft beer.

Staxx 2630 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 866-2900 shopstaxx.com Contemporary boutique cultivating closets and empowering women with clothing, accessories and gifts since 2004.

RelicsAntiqueMall.com

2015 W. Battlefield Road in Springfield

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Lettuce Eat, Drink, and Be Merry at Farmers Market of the Ozarks.

Food Trucks / Fresh Foods / Cooking Demos Activities for Kids / Artisan Crafts / Live Music Special Events / Specialty Local Products

Celebrate each Saturday with our YEAR ROUND FARMERS MARKET! Farmers Market of the Ozarks / Farmers Park / Springfield 2144 E. Republic Road Saturdays 8a (9a winter) - 1p

Market is located inside the Farmers Park Pavilion located at James River Expressway and Republic Road

Branson Farmers Market / Branson Landing Tuesdays May - October 3p - 7p

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Your guide to the perfect place to eat

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Do you like to eat out?

Visit a farmers market and cook your own gourmet meal.

What type of food do you enjoy?

American

World Cuisine

Fine Dining

Do you mind having food thrown at you?

Do you like authentic Chinese food?

What type of cuisine are you hungry for?

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Head to Lambert’s Cafe for the famous Throwed Rolls.

How about barbecue?

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Yes

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Sample the original Springfield-style Cashew Chicken plus authentic Chinese dishes at Leong’s Asian Diner.

How about Italian food?

Yes Chow down at Bubba’s BBQ, Lost Signal Brewing Company, Buckingham’s BBQ or Gettin’ Basted.

Get your burger, breakfast or brunch at Big Whiskey’s, Civil Kitchen, B2 Cafe, First Watch Cafe, Gailey’s Breakfast Cafe, Jimmy’s Egg, Red’s Giant Hamburg or Steak ‘n Shake.

There’s no way to fit everything here.

Go to SpringfieldMo.org or point your smartphone camera at this QR code for all of the options.

Yes Enjoy the food at Archie’s Italian Eatery, Nonna’s, Bambinos Cafe, Basicilico Italian Cafe, Nicola’s and more.

Sushi

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Seafood Get steak just the way you like it at Jimm’s Steakhouse & Pub, Flame Steakhouse or Char Steakhouse & Oyster Bar

In Springfield you can find sushi, Thai, Indian, Japanese, Korean, Peruvian, Mexican food and more!

Food & Drink

Vegan Savor the creations at Haruno Sushi Bar & Grill, Kai After Dark, Fuji Japanese Seafood & Steakhouse, Nakato Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar or Niji Sushi Bar and Grill

Get your seafood fix at Hemingway’s Blue Water Café, Fuji Japanese Seafood & Steakhouse or Storming Crab Seafood.

Plants rule in the cuisine at Café Cusco, Karai and Farmers Gastropub.

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hen in Springfield, eating out is more than a way to fuel the body; it’s an event. That’s especially true at some of the city’s unique dining establishments where charm, character, history and great food are the ingredients that make up a recipe for fun memories. Check out these iconic restaurants in Springfield you have to try at least once.

Mexican Villa Leong’s Asian Diner Springfield-Style Cashew Chicken is available at restaurants throughout the city, but if you want the authentic recipe, check out Leong’s Asian Diner, owned by the family that came up with the recipe of fried chicken chunks covered in oyster sauce, cashews and green onions.

Address: 1540 W. Republic Rd., Springfield

Since 1951, people have enjoyed the unique style of food available at Mexican Villa. The menu offers up everything from the hearty sancho enchilada style - a flour tortilla stuffed with meat, cheese and lettuce and topped with enchilada sauce, cheese and lettuce - to traditional tacos.

Each meal begins with a healthy serving of corn chips and your choice of the super mild, sweet sauce to the burn-your-lips-off hot sauce. It’s all in a casual, friendly atmosphere and a local fave.

Address: Six locations in Springfield and one in Ozark

Red’s Giant Hamburg Though the restaurant opened in 2019, its history goes back to the 1940s when the original Red's opened its doors on historic Route 66. The unusual name is due to the sign being cut off at the bottom so it would fit under power lines.

Thanks to its location on The Mother Road, tasty hamburgers and being the first drive-through restaurant window in the world, Red’s became a staple for Springfield residents and travelers until it closed in 1984.

The new restaurant, just a stone’s throw away, features the same old-fashioned hamburgers, fries, pinto beans, ice cream and other items that were available from the original menu. You’ll also see a sign and a busy drive-through window just like the one from the 1940s.

Address: 2301 W. Sunshine St., Springfield

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Lambert’s Cafe Another popular dining experience is found just south of Springfield at Lambert’s Cafe. Known as the “home of throwed rolls,” Lambert’s serves a full menu of country cookin’, and each table gets “pass-arounds” that are served tableside, such as fried taters and onions, black-eyed peas and fried okra.

Best of all, though, are the dinner rolls. Besides tasting like the rolls grandma used to make, the bread is tossed to diners eager to try their hand at catching the buttery, fluffy rolls before devouring them with the rest of their meal.

Address: 1800 W. State Hwy. J., Ozark

Casper’s Diner With a beginning in 1909, Casper’s is purported to be the oldest restaurant in Springfield and is definitely one of the city’s funkiest. Housed in a Quonset hut, the walls are covered with posters, album covers and artwork that will have you gawking while you chow down on hamburgers, secret-recipe chili and other items ordered from a handwritten menu on the wall.

Address: 601 W. Walnut St., Springfield

Andy’s Frozen Custard Andy’s Frozen Custard has served its famous custard since March 19, 1986.

This frozen tradition started in Osage Beach, Missouri, where John and Carol Kuntz embarked on a custard adventure. Their dessert became a legend at the lake, and took nearby Springfield by storm, making it Andy’s permanent headquarters. Since then, you can find cars lined up at Andy’s shops in 14 states with over a hundred locations and thousands of different custard combinations.

Address: Multiple Locations

Pineapple Whip During the summer, locals head to the three designated Pineapple Whip shops across Springfield to get their taste of a summertime favorite treat. With flavors such as classic pineapple, strawberry-kiwi, banana-pomegranate, mango-peach, grape and orange, you won’t have a hard time deciding what’s for dessert.

Address: Multiple Locations

Taylor’s Drive-In Open for over seven decades, Taylor’s opened in 1947 when hamburgers cost just 50 cents. Over the years, not much has changed. The inside decor is just like the early regulars remember it, hard ice cream is still used in malts and milkshakes, and while the burgers cost more than 50 cents, the beef is still ground fresh for the famous hamburgers loved by locals and visitors.

Address: 139 Memorial Plaza, Springfield

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G E T A TA S T E O F T H E O Z A R K S Embark on a self-guided journey around the Ozarks to experience the region's growing brewery, winery, and distillery scene.

Just in the last decade, the craft beverage scene in Springfield and the surrounding area has grown tremendously, making southwest Missouri the go-to destination in the Ozarks.

LEBANON

LEAKY ROOF MEADERY 7C’S WINERY

B U F FA L O

WA L N U T GROVE

B O AT T O W N BREWING

WHITE RIVER BREWING

TIE & TIMBER BEER CO.

SPRINGFIELD BUB’S DISTILLERY

LOST SIGNAL BREWING

ROGERSVILLE

H O L D FA S T BREWING

MOTHER’S BREWING

BREWING PREHISTORIC BREWING

SPRINGFIELD BREW CO.

4X4 BREWING

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G R E AT E S C A P E BEER WORKS

BAC K H O M E BREWING

MISSOURI RIDGE DISTILLERY & BREWERY

BEAR CREEK WINERY

LINDWEDEL WINERY

OZARK HILLS WINERY

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Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 6pm

7000 MO State Hwy. 248 | Branson MO 65616 417-699-4095 MissouriRidgeDistillery.com

Photo by Drew Worley The Ozarks Tap and Pour Craft Beverage Tour is your guide to experiencing some of the best, handcrafted beers, wines, meads and spirits in the Ozarks.

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Lambert’s Cafe The home of the “Throwed Rolls” offers up home cookin’ between Springfield and Branson

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eads up! There may be a “Throwed Roll” coming your way as you sit for some home cookin’ at the Legendary Lambert’s Cafe in Ozark, Missouri — just a few minutes south of Springfield. That’s right, servers at Lambert’s toss delicious rolls across the room for you to enjoy with the many scrumptious homemade offerings served up daily.

While Lambert’s is known as the “Home of Throwed Rolls,” it’s also just as popular for its “Pass Arounds” that servers bring around in heaping helpings that compliment your meal. The Pass Arounds include Hot Rolls & Sorghum (don’t pass this one up!), Macaroni & Tomatoes, Fried Potatoes & Onions, Black-Eyed Peas and Fried Okra.

Off the main menu, some of the classics include Chicken Fried Steak, Golden Fried Chicken and, of course, peach or blackberry cobbler for dessert.

When you head to Lambert’s, go hungry!

You can enjoy any of these amazing entrees from $8.99 to just $24.99!

Chicken & Dumplings Chicken Salad Lambert Burger Roast Beef Barbeque Pork Steak Hog Jowl XXL-Center Cut Ham Fried Catfish Fillets Golden Fried Chicken Charbroiled Chicken Breast Hot Beef Sandwich Hamburger Steak

Smoked Pork Chops Ham & Beans Country Ham Shrimp Chicken Wings Ribeye Steak Beef Liver & Onions Chicken Fried Round Steak Fried Pork Chops Polish Sausage & Kraut Barbeque Ribs Chef Salad

We have a wide selection of vegetable choices and side dishes as well as...MOUTH-WATERING PASS AROUNDS! Hot Throwed Rolls & Sorghum Malasses Fried Potatoes & Onions • Macaroni & Tomatoes Black-eyed Peas • Fried Okra

• Large groups always welcome!

• Always a big discount on your Birthday!

From Springfield, South on 65, exit CC/J

The Chicken Fried Steak is one of the many home cooked options at Lambert’s Cafe.

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4 By 4 Brewing Company

Bambinos Cafe

Bubba's BBQ

Civil Kitchen

2811 E. Galloway St., Ste A, Springfield (417) 861-6400 4by4brewingcompany.com A brewery in Galloway; come enjoy all types and styles of beers in a friendly atmosphere complete with games, indoor beer garden and patio.

1141 E. Delmar St., Springfield (417) 862-9999 bambinoscafe.com Bambinos offers casual dining, great food and a friendly staff. The menu features pastas, paninis and more.

504 N. West Bypass, Springfield (417) 368-0039 bubbasozarkbbq.com Enjoy delicious wood-fired BBQ at reasonable prices, handcrafted moonshine cocktails and homemade fried pies. A perfect hangout for any occasion.

107 Park Central Square, Springfield (417) 501-8456 civilkitchen.com Located in downtown Springfield, offering a fully made-from-scratch menu featuring all of your favorite Midwestern classics with a modern twist.

Cafe Cusco

Classic Rock Coffee Co.

7C's Winery & Meadery 502 E. 560th Rd., Walnut Grove (417) 536-8827 7cswinery.com Relax and unwind in the country while enjoying American wine and mead. Drink what you like and like what you drink.

Clubhouse Disc Golf and more.

Andy's Frozen Custard 1300 E. Battlefield Rd., Springfield (417) 881-1354 • eatandys.com 3147 E. Sunshine St., Springfield (417) 881-2820 • eatandys.com 2119 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 863-7125 • eatandys.com

Bear Creek Wine Company and Brewery

234 E. Commercial St., Springfield (417) 868-8088 cafecusco.com Locally-owned, Peru-inspired dining.

Gluten-free and vegan friendly. Perfect date spot, business dinner or happy hour.

Outdoor pet-friendly patio.

1900 W. Sunset St., Ste. A116, Springfield (417) 881-7625 classicrockcoffee.com Our goal is simple: serve legendary coffee in a unique rock n' roll atmosphere and create raving fans. Our coffee rocks!

Bellacino's Pizza & Grinders

Chabom Teas + Spices

535 W. Walnut St., Springfield (417) 771-5143 classicrockcoffeedowntown.com A rock n' roll atmosphere with a unique interpretation of the ever-popular traditional coffee house that offers delicious coffees and tasty treats.

4560 S Campbell Ave., Springfield (417) 720-4414 • bellacinos.com 2856 S Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 881-8556 • bellacinos.com

2726 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield (417) 881-3424 • eatandys.com

At Bellacino’s, we bake our bread from scratch every day! All of our grinders, pizzas, salads, and appetizers are made to order.

4420 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield (417) 882-2411 • eatandys.com

Big Momma's Coffee and Espresso Bar

3830 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 799-9368 • eatandys.com Serving made-fresh-hourly frozen custard using only the freshest ingredients to create sundaes, concretes, shakes, jackhammers and more.

Aviary Cafe by Lavender Falls 2144 E. Republic Rd., Ste. E120, Springfield (417) 881-9736 aviarycafe.com Unique French-inspired menu offering hearty-from-scratch dishes using premium ingredients, local farm-fresh seasonal vegetables and baked goods.

B2 Cafe 2804 E. Battlefield Rd., Springfield (417) 883-5748 go2b2.com Artisan coffees, smoothies, freshsqueezed juices and a light, healthy menu served in a natural and comfortable setting.

Back Home Brewing Company 1502 S. 3rd St., Ozark (417) 581-0782 backhomebrewing.co Brews with the tastes that remind you of back home. A great local bar to just come in, relax and have fun.

Bambinos Cafe 2810-D E. Battlefield Rd., Springfield (417) 881-4442 bambinoscafe.com Bambinos on Battlefield has all of your traditional Bambinos favorites in addition to a wonderful selection of desserts in the bake shop.

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1320 Keithley Rd., Walnut Shade (417) 443-0036 bearcreekwinecompany.com Bear Creek Wine Company and Brewery is locally owned and family operated.

Great pizza and small bites; live music on weekends.

209 E. Commercial St., Springfield (417) 719-4311 chabomteaspice.com Locally-owned tea and spice market.

Save money with 150 loose-leaf teas, 500+ spices, teapots and gifts. Get a freshly brewed tea as well.

217 E. Commercial St., Springfield (417) 865-9911 bigmommascoffee.com Offers specialty coffee drinks, gourmet sandwiches, healthy salads and homemade pastries. Great community gathering spot on Historic C-Street.

Boat Town Brewing 18146 Campground Rd., Phillipsburg (417) 532-2772 boattownbrewing.com The perfect place to relax and unwind.

Great beer and amazing food. Just far enough away to leave your troubles behind.

Brick & Mortar Coffee 1666 E. St. Louis St., Springfield (417) 812-6539 brickandmortar.coffee An independent artisan coffee roastery and tasting room. Supplying cafes, restaurants and businesses with coffee and essential related products.

Bub's Distillery 1846 State Hwy. 125, Rogersville (417) 374-1707 facebook.com/BubsDistillerySoMo Genuine, local, handcrafted spirit. What started out as a hobby has turned into a passion and dedication to become better with every spirit.

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Classic Rock Coffee Downtown

The Coffee Ethic 124 Park Central Square, Springfield (417) 866-6645 thecoffeeethic.com Coffee bar and roaster in downtown Springfield. The Coffee Ethic values the quality of the cup, the people in the community and the earth we dwell on.

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Finnegan's Wake Irish Pub

4243 W. 3rd St., Battlefield (417) 315-8633 coppercanyoncoffeeroasters.com An artisan coffee roaster with a passion for freshly roasted coffee and giving back to the world.

305 South Ave., Springfield (417) 869-1500 facebook.com/Finnegans-Wake Keeping with the grand Irish tradition, we are a gathering place where friends come to relax with good food, conversation, hospitality and laughter.

Country Girls Espresso

Fire & Ice Restaurant & Bar

3650 E. Sunshine St., Springfield (417) 887-7777 facebook.com/CountryGirlsEspresso Serving delicious Cuban Coffee and authentic Cuban sandwiches.

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1815 E. Primrose St., Springfield (417) 883-8222 • culvers.com 2520 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 501-1071 • culvers.com Home of the Butterburger® and fresh frozen custard. Whether it's cheese curds, chili, sundaes or fresh seasonal salads, you'll love it!

Dancing Mule Coffee Company 1945 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 883-5114 dancingmulecoffee.com Locally-owned cafe and drive-thru with kickin' coffee, coldbrew, hot and iced expresso drinks, teas, frappes, smoothies and fresh-baked pastries.

Downing Street Pour HouseHollister 24 Downing St., Hollister (417) 320-6106 dspourhouse.com An American smoke and fire interpretation of a classic English pub that uses unique, quality ingredients to deliver coal-fired comforts.

Echelon Coffee 2407 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 374-2739 echeloncoffee.com Coffee with a handcrafted approach.

Stay awhile inside or get it quickly in the drive-thru and continue your day with joy.

Patio seating is available.

Eurasia Coffee & Tea 445 E. Commercial St., Springfield (417) 720-1949 eurasiacoffee.com Located on Historic C-Street. Serving coffee and tea and addressing social justice needs throughout Eurasia. Delicious breakfast and lunch options.

Farmers Market of the Ozarks 2144 E. Republic Rd., Springfield (417) 323-2655 loveyourfarmer.com The Farmers Market of the Ozarks combines farm-fresh goodness, hand-crafted products and local eateries in one location that is easily accessible.

2546 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 522-7711 oasisfireandice.com Springfield's only ice bar! The creative menu features certified angus beef steaks, fresh seafood, pasta, salads, sandwiches and desserts.

Fuji Japanese Seafood & Steakhouse 2909 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield (417) 889-0088 fujiofspringfield.com Chef's knives flip shrimp and slice steak at the speed of a magician's wand. Fresh vegetables and savory sauces will be served to you.

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220 E. Walnut St., Springfield (417) 866-5500 gaileysbreakfast.com Great breakfast and American diner foods served mornings and evenings inside the historic old Seville Hotel. Come in, relax and enjoy!

Galloway Station 1281 E. Republic Rd., Springfield (417) 881-9730 gallowaystation.com Southside Springfield's favorite neighborhood bar and grill. Proudly serving chef-inspired pub cuisine, craft beer and signature cocktails!

Gettin' Basted 3242 S. Stewart Ave., Springfield (417) 427-4181 • gettinbasted.com 2845 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson (417) 320-6357 • gettinbasted.com

Located in historic downtown, Gailey’s is a fusion of history and modern pizazz. Originally a drugstore, complete with soda fountain and long counter.

220 E. Walnut St., Springfield, MO Hours: 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday-Tuesday, 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday

417-866-5500 • GaileysBreakfast.com

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Japanese seafood & steakhouse Exciting Hibachi and Exotic Sushi

606 W. Mt. Vernon St., Nixa (417) 374-7394 • gettinbasted.com A defined flavor for the Ozarks now known around the globe: Ozarks-style barbecue cooked hot and fast to perfection over live coals.

Golden Corral Buffet & Grill 2020 E. Primrose St., Springfield (417) 883-6767 goldencorral.com/locations All-you-can-eat buffet featuring homestyle favorites made from scratch. Always served hot and fresh.

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Food & Drink N Coupon in back and at SpringfieldMo.org/coupons Fly in, Drive in or Jump on in for breakfast, lunch or dinner!

A family owned restaurant with indoor seating and a large outdoor patio where you can watch all of the action.

You can even take a plane or hot air balloon ride if the weather permits!

Hemingway's Blue Water Cafe

4022 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield (417) 824-4043 greatescapebeerworks.com Nestled in the Galloway neighborhood of the Queen City of the Ozarks, Great Escape offers an ever-changing selection of high-quality craft beer.

1935 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield (417) 891-5100 hemingwaysbluewatercafe.com Dine amid sport fish, African game trophies and a 30,000-gallon saltwater aquarium. Enjoy a variety of entrees. An adventure in dining!

Greek Belly

Hold Fast Brewing

320 E. Walnut St., Springfield greekbelly.com A made-from-scratch, authentic Greek dining experience, just like you would find in Greece! Featuring real gyros!

235 N. Kimbrough Ave., Springfield (417) 761-2318 hfbrewing.com Located in downtown Springfield.

Offering a relaxed atmosphere, dog- and kid-friendly, with lots of indoor and outdoor seating.

Hangar Kafe

Located at Kingsley Air Field 3103 Lawrence 1070, Miller, MO

417-452-2277

Great Escape Beer Works

3103 Lawrence 1070, Miller (417) 452-2277 A truly unique dining experience. Airplane rides, sky diving, great food and fun for the whole family!

Haruno Sushi Bar & Grill 3044 S. Fremont Ave., Springfield (417) 887-0077 harunosushi.com A full bar with over 30 types of sake, an exclusive martini list and a full dinner and sushi menu. Springfield's only midnight sushi bar!

The Home Brewery 1967 W. Boat St., Ozark (417) 581-0963 homebrewery.com Your homebrewing supply store since 1984. Let us help you make your own beer, wine, mead, cider, spirits, soda, cheese and more at home.

640 W. Republic Rd. Springfield, MO 65807 (417) 319-5225

karairamen.com

306 S. Campbell Ave Springfield, MO 65806 (417) 832-0077

kaiafterdark.com

3044 S. Fremont St. Springfield, MO, 65804 (417) 887-0077

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2431 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 862-7777 • houlihans.com 2110 E. Republic Rd., Springfield (417) 883-3434 • houlihans.com While most casual restaurants use microwaves and pre-assembled or pre-cooked ingredients, everything on our menu is made the hard way—from scratch.

Jimm's Steakhouse & Pub 1935 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 886-5466 jimmssteakhouseandpub.com Casual dining-elegant atmosphere.

Steaks, chicken, prime rib and seafood.

Early evening value menu available. Families welcome. Reservations accepted.

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3315 E. Battlefield Rd., Springfield (417) 720-4436 • jimmysegg.com 3837 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield (417) 368-0125 • jimmysegg.com Your neighborhood breakfast place with delicious food and friendly service!

Breakfast and lunch served daily 6am2pm. Catering and family packs to go!

Kai After Dark

Jamaican Patty Co. 3439 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield (417) 886-1144 jamaicanpattyco.com Authentic Jamaican food! Jamaican patties and cuisine. Organic beverages and vegan options. Restaurant-marketfood truck.

306 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield (417) 832-0077 kaiafterdark.com Located in the heart of ever-growing downtown, Kai's expert sushi chefs provide the highest quality fish and freshest menu available.

Fresh Greek Kitchen Downtown Springfield 320 E. Walnut St 65806 (417) 597-3382 greekbelly.com

Celebrating Over 50 years of original Springfield-style Cashew Chicken!

Full Asian and American Menu prepared by classically-trained chefs r Full Service Bar and Dining r Drink Specials r Drive-Thru r Catering r Meeting Rooms r

1540 W. Republic Rd. • Springfield • 417-887-7500 Mon-Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 11am-8pm Like Us

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Lindwedel Winery

Mother's Brewing Company

The Order

640 W. Republic Rd., #100, Springfield (417) 319-5225 karairamen.com Relaxed, beautiful, contemporary atmosphere. Offering many delicious ramen dishes, handrolls and more.

3158 State Hwy. 265, Branson (417) 338-0256 lindwedelwinery.com Located in the Ozark Mountains with a large deck overlooking gorgeous scenery, Lindwedel offers wine flights in a casual atmosphere.

215 S. Grant Ave., Springfield (417) 862-0423 mothersbrewing.com Love is a core value at Mother's Brewing Company and that means love for all.

Quality craft beverages brewed with love in downtown Springfield.

305 E. Walnut St., Springfield (417) 851-5299 theordersgf.com Features upscale cuisine in a sophisticated yet approachable atmosphere.

Located in the Hotel Vandivort.

Lost Signal Brewing Company

Mudhouse

610 W. College St., Springfield (417) 869-4755 lostsignalbrewing.com Lost Signal, Found Beer. Whether you are in the mood for the best barbecue, craft beer or cocktails, Lost Signal has what you desire.

323 South Ave., Springfield (417) 832-1720 mudhousecoffee.com Springfield's coffee roaster, espresso, freshly roasted coffees, fresh-baked goods, lunch and more than 70 loose leaf teas.

601 Hwy. 165, Branson (417) 334-1897 ozarkhillswinery.com Taking wine back to its roots! Featuring a full collection of signature wines, selections unique to the Ozarks, tastings and self-guided tours.

1306 S. Azalea St., Buffalo (417) 345-1233 leakyroofmeadery.com The Leaky Roof Meadery creates lightly carbonated session meads and traditional honey wines. Visit the taproom for pints and packages.

Mel’s Hard Luck Diner

Mug Shots

2800 W. Hwy 76 Country Blvd., Branson (417) 332-0150 melshardluckdiner.com Enjoy great food and listen to your favorite songs performed by Mel’s talented servers. “We sing for your supper!”

1619 E. Independence St., Springfield (714) 292-2157 mugshotscoffee.us Mug Shots Coffee Trailer is a mix of fast service and excellent coffee while putting the customer first.

Leong's Asian Diner

Missouri Ridge Distillery & Brewery

Nakato Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar

7000 State Hwy. 248, Branson (417) 699-4095 missouriridgedistillery.com Missouri Ridge Distillery is Branson's only grain-to-bottle distillery and multi-national and international award-winning distillery.

2615 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 881-7171 nakatospringfield.com Traditional Japanese hibachi-style steak house. Floating sushi bar and a full-service bar. Please visit Springfield's first and finest.

Lambert's Cafe 1800 W. Hwy. J, Ozark (417) 581-7655 throwedrolls.com Home of Throwed Rolls. Fast, friendly service, reasonable prices, good food, great atmosphere, pass-arounds and balloons for the kids!

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1540 W. Republic Rd., Springfield (417) 887-7500 leongsasiandiner.com Enjoy the famous original Springfield cashew chicken as well as other authentic Asian cuisine and classic American comfort foods.

Ozark Hills Winery

Prehistoric Brewing Company 1816 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 501-1083 prehistoricbrewingcompany.com Prehistoric Brewing opened summer of 2020, is centrally located and has a unique lava bar. The brewery produces craft beers, artisan wines and ciders.

Scooter's Coffee 2930 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield (417) 890-4077 • scooterscoffee.com 3265 E. Sunshine St., Springfield (417) 368-3377 • scooterscoffee.com Amazing people, amazing drink... amazingly fast! Scooter's is committed to high-quality drinks, speed of service and a big smile.

Springfield’s first and finest Japanese restaurant!

2615 S. Glenstone Avenue, Springfield, MO With a one-of-a-kind floating sushi bar as well as a full-service bar.

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Tie & Timber Beer Co.

401 South Ave., Springfield (417) 771-5095 facebook.com/SeattleRoastCoffee Seattle Roast is locally-owned in downtown Springfield. NITRO coffee, frappes, tea, lemonade, locally-made burritos, quiche, GF and vegetarian options.

1451 E. Cherry St., Springfield (417) 429-9131 tieandtimberbeerco.com Brews fresh, premium craft beer. 20 taps including a variety of IPA's and sours.

Dog-friendly. Live music on the deck every weekend. Cheers!

Seven Arrows Taproom

Travellers House Coffee & Tea

260 Birdcage Walk, Hollister (417) 544-0610 facebook.com/sevenarrowstaproom In the historic district of Hollister, Seven Arrows features a beer garden courtyard, live music on weekends and serves local craft beer and wine.

Show-Me Brewing 1925 E. Bennett St., Springfield (417) 315-8617 showmebrewing.com Springfield's only nano-brewery, brew-on-premises and homebrewing supply store. Brewing and serving 12 taps of fresh, small-batch craft beer.

2151 W. Republic Rd., Springfield (417) 720-4640 travellershousecoffee.com 824 S. National Ave., Springfield (417) 429-4002 travellershousecoffee.com Springfield-Branson Natl. Airport, Springfield (417) 720-4640 travellershousecoffee.com Craft coffee for the coffee aficionado and large tea selection for tea enthusiasts.

Enjoy homemade pastries, quiche, sandwiches, smoothies and desserts.

Van Gogh's Eeterie

Springfield Brewing Company 305 S. Market Ave., Springfield (417) 832-8277 springfieldbrewingco.com Springfield's original brewpub and distillery. A destination for award-winning beer, elevated spirits, local eats, and room for all since '97.

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334 E. Commercial St., Springfield (417) 344-0085 vangoghseeterie.com Local Dutch cuisine. Stroopwafels, stamppot, Dutch pancakes, specialty coffees and cocktails. Like stepping into Amsterdam! Gluten-free/vegan options.

Vantage Rooftop Lounge and Conservatory 260 E. McDaniel St., Springfield (417) 851-1768 rooftopvantage.com See the city from a higher Vantage point.

Venture. Vivid. Vibrate.

1158 E. St. Louis St., Springfield (417) 866-6109 • steaknshake.com 3247 E. Battlefield Rd., Springfield (417) 889-7887 • steaknshake.com 2760 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 863-9072 • steaknshake.com

Wings Etc. Grill & Pub

3755 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield (417) 882-7164 • steaknshake.com 1550 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 887-0906 • steaknshake.com A Springfield tradition for 58 years featuring cooked-to-order steakburgers and hand-dipped shakes. Come see the history on Route 66.

2651 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 869-4425 wingsetc.com Wings Etc. is a family-friendly grill and pub with a diverse menu featuring award-winning jumbo wings, burgers, wraps, salads, cold beer and more!

Tabak Co. 311 Park Central West, Springfield (417) 771-5237 Springfield's only cigar and whisky bar.

Located downtown. Offering tobacco, libations, food, coffee and a relaxing atmosphere.

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1250 E. Republic Rd., Springfield (417) 719-4573 Traditional Indian cuisine. Tandoori specialties, seafood, chicken and lamb.

Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. Lunch buffet and dinner menu.

2651 N. Glenstone Ave Springfield, MO 65803 (417) 869-4425 We proudly serve Pepsi® Products because they’re delicious.

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One of Missouri's most romantic cities

pringfield is filled with romantic places to propose and to tie the big knot. The city offers a variety of unique event venues that are great for bridal showers, receptions and many other family and organizational events.

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great vendors all around the Ozarks will help you create the perfect wedding day

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ou’re engaged! Now what? After you pop some champagne and celebrate, it’s time to start planning your dream wedding, and Springfield is the best place to do it!

The Springfield area is a great destination for any wedding thanks to a large number of vendors and venues. The Ozarks caters to a variety of customers, which allows for a variety of weddings.

From modern to vintage, outdoors to indoors, intimate to extravagant, the Ozarks has it all.

There are dozens of venues in the Ozarks that can fit your every want and need. Choose the location that speaks to you because your venue sets the tone for your wedding day. Your venue is the jumping-off point to begin your wedding planning, and no matter what your style, you can find it here.

Looking for a modern venue that can hold all of your guests? Look no farther than Greenhouse Two Rivers in Highlandville, a venue that can give you space and a bright open floor plan. Want

something a little more rustic? Check out The Barn at Belamour or Sycamore Creek Family Ranch, both of which give you a beautiful ranch-style setting. Are you and your significant other more urban and elegant? Hotel Vandivort in downtown Springfield and Big Cedar along with Top of the Rock in Branson offer high-class amenities to wow your guests.

There are so many great vendors all around the Ozarks to help you create the perfect wedding day, you’re sure to find what you need within your budget and perfect your vision. DJs, florists, wedding planners, live painters, officiants, photographers, videographers, caterers, rentals, bar services, bridal dress shops, jewelry stores, cake and dessert specialists, hair and makeup services, transportation, stationary experts and more. Each vendor has something unique to offer and goes above and beyond to make each of them feel special.

Photo by Portrait Novella Parks around the Ozarks area are perfect for wedding photos.

Vendors can vary by price, services, travel radius and more. No matter your budget, wedding location, time of year, or the vibe of your wedding, you can find a vendor in each category that is perfect for you. Metropolitan Bride hosts the Met Bride Expo twice a year in Springfield and Joplin; this show is great for newly engaged couples to meet local vendors and book them for their weddings.

Another great part of the area is getting to experience all four seasons, sometimes all on the same day! You can have a winter wonderland, a colorful fall, a fresh spring or a sunny summer wedding. No matter what the weather, venues in the area provide beautiful indoor and outdoor areas to give you options for the ceremony and reception.

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Photo courtesy of Hotel Vandivort The historic Vandivort Ballroom is 2,800 square feet and has hosted social events in downtown Springfield, Missouri for more than 100 years.

Photo courtesy of The Barley House at Moon Town Crossing The Barley House at Moon Town Crossing can accommodate up to 310 guests.

Planning your wedding should be one of the most exciting experiences you share as a couple, and Springfield is the best place to do it. The most important thing to keep in mind during your planning is this is your wedding, a celebration of your love and commitment to each other. There are so many standards and expectations of what

a wedding should look like in today’s world, but it’s important to remember what is truly important as you plan. The happiness you’ll experience after marrying your best friend is a feeling you’ll never forget, and a Springfield wedding can make it so much more.

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Photo by Shelbie Everett Photography The second-floor Gallery at the Historic Gillioz is a popular wedding venue.

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Weddings & Events The Barley House at Moon Town Crossing 3060 N. Kentwood Ave., Springfield (417) 799-2500 moontowncrossing.com A perfect venue for weddings, reunions, birthdays, corporate events and more, providing the ideal blend of amenities with authentic charm.

Big Cedar Lodge 612 Devil's Pool Rd., Ridgedale (417) 335-2777 With sweeping views of the Ozark Mountains and Table Rock Lake, we offer the perfect place to host your next event including weddings, reunions and more.

Dance With Me 224 E. Commercial St., Springfield (417) 869-6789 dancewithme.us Providing social partner dance instruction and creating a community where it is fun and easy to learn to dance. Group and private lessons available.

DoubleTree by Hilton Springfield

Gallery at the Historic Gillioz

Hotel Vandivort

2431 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 831-3131 springfield.doubletree.com Specializing in large-scale weddings and events of up to 400 with a 10-story atrium ideal for cocktails. On-site event and catering staff available.

325 Park Central East, Springfield (417) 863-7843 gillioztheatre.com/the-gillioz-theatre A private, multi-purpose event space for wedding receptions, corporate events and more. Located on the second floor of the Gillioz Theatre.

305 E. Walnut St., Springfield (417) 832-1515 hotelvandivort.com Hotel Vandivort offers a stunning historic wedding and event venue with a unique blend of modern design, historic elegance and unique location.

Dreamy & Darling Creations

Hilton Garden Inn Springfield

Jordan Valley Park

4155 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield (417) 875-8800 springfieldmo.hgi.com The first hotel in Missouri designed and built to Gold LEED-certified standards.

Meeting and event space available.

635 E. Trafficway St., Springfield (417) 866-7444 parkboard.org Splash in the Ozarks Stream and Fountain, enjoy unique play features and an outdoor amphitheater. Available for special events and other rentals.

(512) 818-6848 dreamyanddarlingcreations.com Offering unique event decor, such as organic balloon garlands, backdrops and rental items. Make your decor dreams come true!

Finley Farms and the Ozark Mill 802 Finley Farms Ln., Ozark (417) 210-6644 finleyfarmsmo.com Finley Farms and The Ozark Mill is a historic destination in the heart of the Ozarks offering farm-inspired dining, vibrant event venues and more.

Historic Firehouse No. 2 101 E. Commercial St., Springfield (417) 864-7015 historicfirehouse.com Historic, eclectic and unique space for events of all sizes. Perfect for any occasion, from a reception, birthday party, dance or business lunch.

Photo by Hearts on Fire A wedding at Top of the Rock offers spectacular views of the rolling hills around Table Rock Lake.

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Lake Springfield Boathouse 5324 S. Kissick Ave., Springfield (417) 891-1550 parkboard.org A beautiful, secluded indoor setting for weddings, birthdays and more. Includes full kitchen, sprawling deck and a gorgeous view of Lake Springfield.

Weddings & Events Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden

Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park

2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield (417) 891-1515 parkboard.org Mizumoto Japanese Stroll garden includes a large koi lake, moon bridge, meditation garden, tea house and traditional Japanese garden landscaping.

3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield (417) 837-5949 parkboard.org/265/Rutledge-Wilson-Farm-Park The classroom at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park is available for rent. It is a great option for birthday parties, family gatherings and meetings.

Oasis Hotel & Convention Center

Savoy Ballroom

2546 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 866-5253 springfieldoasis.com This elegant property offers the perfect venue for your wedding and other events.

Featuring full-service catering and a breathtaking venue.

224 E. Commercial St., Springfield (417) 865-2255 cstreetsavoy.com The spacious and elegant ballroom is the perfect venue for any event. Featuring hardwood floors, crystal chandeliers and a private courtyard.

The Old Glass Place

Spark Events

521 E. St. Louis St., Springfield (417) 501-8035 theoldglassplace.com The Old Glass Place located in downtown Springfield offers over 12,000 square feet of historic and unique space for events of all sizes and types.

(417) 501-9661 sparkevents.com Spark Events is a full-service wedding and event entertainment provider. Services include DJ, photography, cinematography and photo booth rental.

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Springfield Botanical Gardens at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield (417) 891-1515 parkboard.org The Botanical Center offers space for social gatherings and business functions, including rental of various beautiful themed gardens and pavilions.

White River Conference Center 600 W. Sunshine St., Springfield (417) 891-5111 whiteriverconferencecenter.com One of the most unique banquet spaces in Springfield, the White River Conference Center features a stunning space for your next event.

University Plaza Hotel & Convention Center 333 S. John Q Hammons Pkwy., Springfield (417) 864-7333 upspringfield.com Located just two blocks from downtown with 271 elegantly decorated guest rooms. Includes a variety of convenient amenities.

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ravelers between Springfield and Branson on U.S. 65 have good reason to make a pit stop in the thriving community of Ozark. Its midwest charm, local restaurants and unique shops combine to create an experience exclusive to the Ozarks, one of the fastest-growing areas in the state.

Antiques District Antique lovers can head to the section of Ozark known as the “Antiques District”, where antique shops are around every corner. Browse for treasures at Camp Flea Antique Mall + Vintage Market, Keen Eye Antiques, Blue Bird Vintage and others. For food and antiques, Spring Creek Tea Room is an antique shop and elegant lunchtime eatery featuring delicious soups, sandwiches and a variety of mouthwatering cakes and pies.

B & B Theatres Marquee Suites

The Downtown Square The Ozark Courthouse Square Historic District is quintessential Americana. The historic courthouse sits in the center with local shops and restaurants surrounding it. Iguana Roja Restaurante specializes in contemporary Latin-American dining. The award-winning Lizard King Chicken Wings are a must-try with your choice of four flavors — El Diablo, Strawberry Heat, IgRo Buffalo and Chipotle Agave. Just off the square is The Finley, a historic church turned into a restaurant with a speakeasy hidden in the basement. Dine inside or outdoors in the flower-filled courtyard perfect for cocktail hour.

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One of the more unique movie-going experiences the Ozarks has to offer is at the B & B Theatres Marquee Suites. Here, film buffs can relax in plush leather recliners during the movie while being served from a full bar and menu.

Lambert’s Cafe A visit to Ozark isn’t complete without a visit to the famous Lambert’s Cafe. Look out! The restaurant is known for “Throwed Rolls”, where servers toss the melt-in-your-mouth bread to customers. The hot rolls and sorghum are part of the “pass arounds” that come with a meal, including macaroni and tomatoes, fried potatoes and onions, black-eyed peas and fried okra. The chicken fried round steak, roast beef and barbecue ribs are all popular menu items.

Finley River Park After a meal at Lambert’s Cafe, you might need a little exercise, and Finley River Park is the perfect place.

This picturesque park is a clean and fun destination for anyone looking to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful Ozarks. With lots of space to play and roam, the Finley River Park is perfect for picnics, evening strolls, fishing, paddling and more. The park is home to a number of festivals and activities every year, including the Christian County Fair, the annual balloon glow and the annual Christmas light display.

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The Ozark Mill at Finley Farms

Smallin Civil War Cave

Finley Farms in Ozark is the ultimate farm-to-table experience. Visitors can enjoy a meal at the Ozark Mill Restaurant overlooking the Finley River. Opened in September 2021, the menu focuses on seasonal dishes featuring local, sustainable food sources, including 28 types of produce organically grown on-site. Originally built in 1833, The Ozark Mill serves as the heart of Finley Farms. Patrons can also have coffee and explore the “makerspace” at The Workshop and take a farm tour of the grounds.

Smallin Civil War Cave is a fascinating glimpse into the past. Along with seeing the beauty of the huge cave opening where a spring gushes water yearround and rocks are covered in lush green moss and ferns, guests learn lessons about history, geology, paleontology and nature as they walk on the halfmile paved path that takes them through the cave.

COMING SOON Garrison Springs The city of Ozark acquired the Garrison Spring property in 2021 and plans to turn the 9.8 acres of land into a community park. The land will feature trails, a vista point overlooking the springs, and a learning center offering classes on conservation topics. The project will continue developing over the next five years.

Learn more about Ozark at OzarkMissouri.com.

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Nixa

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Shopping and Dining in One of the Ozarks’ Fastest-Growing Communities

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pringfield is surrounded by communities that help make up the fabric of the Ozarks.

Nixa, just south on U.S. 160, is certainly one worth visiting.

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“There is a hidden secret that many people are finally beginning to realize — and traveling from all over to experience — and that is our shopping and dining experiences here in Nixa,” said Chris Russell, executive director of the Nixa Chamber of Commerce.

“We encourage people to share their experiences while shopping and dining in our city on social media by using the hashtag #experienceNixa.”

D’Arpino’s Piccolo Contemporary Italian puts a new spin on traditional Italian cuisine, and Japanese food fans can have an exciting meal in front of a hibachi grill at Hinode Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi.

Your personal chef puts on a show while cooking hibachi-style noodles, vegetables, shrimp tasters and fried rice with your choice of protein.

This bedroom community that exudes a modern, energetic vibe is filled with restaurants sure to please any foodie.

The expanded Morning Day Cafe is a farm-to-table gem that sources as many products as possible from local producers. Housed in a 113-year-old building, the restaurant’s colorful decor, kitschy salt and pepper shakers and friendly staff add charm to the tasty food. The cafe serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and is known for its made-from-scratch savory breakfast menu.

Recently named the grand champion of the 32nd Jack Daniel’s World Invitational Barbecue Championship, Gettin’ Basted has locations in Nixa, Springfield and Branson. Enjoy some sweet southern hospitality and delicious smoked meats when you stop in for lunch or dinner.

Big Whiskey’s, a franchise that got its start in Springfield, is another popular dining spot, and there are many others ranging from mom-and-pop pizza joints to names you’ll recognize.

Shop Shopping abounds in Nixa from large retailers to locally owned stores that enhance Nixa’s small-town charm.

For a sense of Nixa’s farming community roots, shopping at Nixa Hardware and Seed Store is a must.

Operating since 1899, the independent hardware store offers everything you expect, such as tools and plumbing supplies, to items you wouldn’t expect, such as beekeeping supplies, cowboy boots, wood stoves, equine supplies, cattle medication and more.

Shoppers also can get advice from a beekeeper, electricians, plumbers and others who are happy to share their expertise.

Outdoor Home is a popular store known for grills, smokers, outdoor furniture and especially The Big Green Egg. Many versions of this popular grill and Eggcessories are available, including seasoning and sauces. Stop by at 10 a.m. on a Saturday for cooking demonstrations followed by samples.

At The Attic Antiques & Treasures, you’ll find everything from brand new furniture to antiques and collectibles. The store features a number of booths that rotate items throughout the year. During each visit, you’ll always find something new or different.

Live A growing community, Nixa is full of amenities such as beautiful parks, golf and disc golf courses and a variety of events.

D’Arpino’s Piccolo Contemporary Italian puts a new spin on traditional Italian cuisine.

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Nixa Hardware and Seed has been selling hardware, farm supplies and necessary sundries since 1899.

Play Nixa blends past with present when it comes to events and attractions that draw crowds year-round.

The town’s most well-known event is Nixa Sucker Days Music, Arts and Crafts Festival set for May 19-22. This event started as a fish fry in 1957, with suckers provided by anglers who snagged them from local rivers and streams. Some of the fish are still grabbed by locals, but the event has evolved into more than a fish fry, with two stages for live entertainment, food trucks, a beer garden, kids’ rides and more.

For a fireworks display like no other, check out the Sky High Fireworks Celebration at Nixa High School stadium around the Fourth of July.

Learn more about Nixa at nixachamber.com or through the Experience Nixa app available for download in the App Store or Google Play Store.

The Attic Antiques & Treasures offers everything from brand new furniture to antiques and collectibles.

A chef creates a meal at Hinode Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi.

Outdoor Home is a store known for high-quality grills, smokers and outdoor furniture.

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Bolivar

a charming small town Just Northwest of Springfield

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The Polk County Courthouse sits at the center of the historic Bolivar town square.

olivar is a charming small town with a vibrant downtown area, a worldclass art museum, a hospital and a four-year university offering a variety of degrees, including two doctoral programs.

About 30 miles northwest of Springfield, Bolivar offers plenty for visitors to see and do. The historic Polk County Courthouse reigns on the town square surrounded by restaurants, stores selling jewelry, antiques, furniture, books and clothing, an art gallery, historic buildings and more.

A few blocks away, the Polk County Museum resides in the former Northward School, a majestic brick structure on the National Register of Historic Places.

On the lawn sits a log cabin built in 1867 and moved to the museum grounds in 1981.

Dunnegan Memorial Park is a relaxing place for a walk.

For those who enjoy outdoor activities, the Frisco Highline Trail - the second-longest Rail/Trail in Missouri - provides a 35-mile path for walking, running and biking between Springfield and Bolivar. Just a few minutes north of Bolivar, Stockton and Pomme de Terre lakes offer fishing, sailing and other water activities.

Test your skills at the Silo Ridge Golf Course.

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On the north side of Bolivar sits Dunnegan Memorial Park, a hidden gem in Polk County. It offers four pavilions with water and electricity, seasonal restrooms, play equipment, picnic tables, barbecue grills and pits, nature trails, horseshoe pits, washer toss pits and a small lake. The park is home to a variety of wildlife such as swans, peacocks, ducks and geese that roam seasonally.

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Dunnegan Gallery Of Art Named for the mother of its two benefactors, the Ella Carothers Dunnegan Gallery of Art was started in 1983 by Thomas Hart Benton Dunnegan and John Dunnegan, brothers who ran the Polk County Bank back in the day. At any given time, the 26,000-square-foot gallery has more than 1,000 sculptures, paintings and woodcrafts on display. Many of the wood pieces are carved out of a single piece of wood. If you’re looking for abstract art, you won’t find any; the museum’s artwork is known for its realism and depiction of actual landscapes and historical figures.

In winter, attend the Light the Park event showcasing beautiful Christmas lights and displays beginning the evening after Thanksgiving through the end of December. The drive-through display is free with donations collected by local not-for-profit organizations each night at the park entrance.

A trip to Bolivar also gives you a chance to test your skills at the Silo Ridge Golf Course; splash with the kids at the city’s aquatics center, and shop for locally grown, made or produced foods and products at the Polk County Farmers Market.

Annual events include the one-day Country Days festival in September and the Celebration of Freedom Fireworks Display at Southwest Baptist University in July. In May 2022, Bolivar will host the first week-long Missouri Beef Days festival, a celebration of the importance of all-things beef to local families and

communities. The event will include local farm tours, speakers, an industry expo, parade, rodeo, concert and more.

In the fall, the kids will love the corn maze, pumpkin patch and other activities at the nearby Fieth Family Farm, and in the summertime, pick delicious blackberries and raspberries at the Hummingbird Berry Farm a few miles south of town.

You’re sure to enjoy exploring Bolivar, the county seat of Polk County. Before you go, be sure to check the hours at the facilities. Some operate on a part-time basis or are seasonal.

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Photo courtesy of Branson Convention & Visitors Bureau Branson offers a variety of entertainment options such as shows, attractions, concerts and shopping on the Branson Strip.

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ilver Dollar City’s Mystic River Falls, considered an engineering marvel, is an only-ofits-kind water ride as “The Tallest Drop on a Water Raft Ride in the Western Hemisphere.”

The last season in Branson, Sight & Sound's inspiring “JESUS” tells the life history of the most iconic Biblical figure and how he began his teachings.

This beautiful performance comes together with a variety of special effects and original score and script that make Sight & Sound such an amazing theatrical venue.

Dean Z, star of the hit international touring production "Elvis Lives," brings his high-energy tribute to the “King of Rock 'n' Roll” to life with a powerful 10-piece band and immersive video for a concert experience.

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The Amazing Acrobats of Shanghai present their new show, Shanghai Circus, as they celebrate 23 years in Branson. Experience breathtaking acrobatics, colorful dance, comedy, mystifying magic and aerial feats of strength.

Aquarium at the Boardwalk is unlike any other aquarium you've visited. Guests will get a thrill from up-close views of amazing sea creatures ranging from colorful fish, seahorses and jellyfish to octopi, eels and sharks.

score with a unique 19th hole called “The Big Rock” at Payne's Valley.

With state-of-the-art technology, you'll have the true feeling of flight at FlyRide inside at Beyond the Lens. You’ll soar over mountaintops and skim over lakes in a suspended, free-floating multi-person ride that glides and tilts giving you the most inspiring ride of your life over 22 national landmarks.

Fritz's Adventure recently added new components, including over 300 feet of tunnels, 32 obstacles, Experience Payne's Valley Golf Course, Tiger 11 zip lines, six bridges and two drops compleWoods' first and only public access course. menting existing facilities. Enjoy the City Wall, Sky Designed by Tiger Woods and his team, it pays Trail, Sky Tykes, laser maze, underground tunnels, tribute to Payne Stewart, one of the most respected treehouses, slides, warped walls, half pipe and a golfers in the World Golf Hall of Fame. Decide the real airplane for exploring.

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Photo by Silver Dollar City The Mystic Falls water ride at Silver Dollar City.

Guy Fieri, the famed chef, author, and television personality, opened Guy Fieri's Branson Kitchen + Bar in Branson in 2021. The restaurant boasts unique, bold flavors packaged inside signature sandwiches, made-from-scratch entrees and house-smoked meats.

The newest, fastest, most scenic and longest downhill family-fun thrill ride, The Copperhead Mountain Coaster, is new at Shepherd’s Adventure Park. The coaster snakes through riveting loops, drops and curves in the beautiful Ozark Mountains.

Photo courtesy of Branson Convention & Visitors Bureau The new Aquarium at the Boardwalk.

Photo by Payne's Valley Golf Course Payne's Valley Golf Course is Tiger Woods' first and only public access course.

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ONE OF AMERICA’S BEST THEME PARKS – USA Today 10Best

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Step back in time at Silver Dollar City, the 1880s theme park in the heart of the Ozark Mountains. Explore The City filled with craftsmen at work, thrilling roller coasters and attractions in the treetops, live shows and seasonal festivals spring thru Christmas. Create memories together with your family that you will cherish for a lifetime!

417.336.7100 | SilverDollarCity.com

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Bub’s Distillery

4240 Gretna Road, Branson (417) 320-6055 1984bransonarcade.com Branson’s classic 80's arcade and themed hangout featuring about 50 video games, 15 pinballs, claw machines and air hockey.

190 Top of the Rock Rd., Ridgedale (800) 225-6343 bigcedar.com/golf Big Cedar Golf is home to acclaimed courses designed by the top names in golf while incorporating Missouri’s natural beauty into every shot.

1846 State Hwy. 125, Rogersville (417) 374-1707 facebook.com/BubsDistillerySoMo Genuine, local, handcrafted spirit. What started out as a hobby has turned into a passion and dedication to become better with every spirit.

#1 Hits of the 60s & 50s too!

Bigfoot Discovery Exhibition Tour

3216 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson (417) 339-1960 1hitsofthe60s.com Revisit the days of the British Invasion, Motown, California Surfin’ and the Age of Aquarius with over 100 songs and costume changes.

3608 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson (800) 562-2416 bigfootfunpark.com Interactive show on wheels! Safari trucks take you into the rugged Ozarks in search of Bigfoot. A surprising turn of events delivers the unexpected!

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7C’s Winery & Meadery

Bigfoot Fun Park

502 E. 560th Rd., Walnut Grove (417) 536-8827 7cswinery.com Relax and unwind in the country while enjoying American wine and mead. Drink what you like and like what you drink.

Clubhouse Disc Golf and more.

3608 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson (800) 562-2416 BigfootFunPark.com Fun for all! Bigfoot 8Di Theatre, mini golf, Yeti Fun Zone, Monkey Jump, Action Tower, Super Sling, 200 Gravity Bomb Drop, arcade and exhibition.

Andy B's Bowl Social Branson

Boat Town Brewing

405 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson (417) 213-8631 bowlandybs.com/branson Andy B's offers a mix of attractions, including bowling, laser tag, arcade and VR alongside an extensive food and beverage selection.

18146 Campground Rd., Phillipsburg (417) 532-2772 boattownbrewing.com The perfect place to relax and unwind.

Great beer and amazing food. Just far enough away to leave your troubles behind.

Andy’s Frozen Custard-Branson

Branson Dinosaur Museum

3415 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson (417) 337-5501 eatandys.com Serving made-fresh-hourly frozen custard using only the freshest ingredients to create sundaes, concretes, shakes, jackhammers and more.

3619 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson (417) 239-0733 bransondinosaurmuseum.com Over 45 life-sized dinosaurs modeled by paleo artists, dinosaur movies, fossil hunt and more.

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Back Home Brewing Company 1502 S. 3rd St., Ozark (417) 581-0782 backhomebrewing.co Brews with the tastes that remind you of back home. A great local bar to just come in, relax and have fun.

Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company 2278 Baker Creek Rd., Mansfield (417) 924-8917 rareseeds.com One of the largest selections of seeds from the 19th century, including many Asian and European varieties.

Bear Creek Wine Company and Brewery 1320 Keithley Rd., Walnut Shade (417) 443-0036 bearcreekwinecompany.com Bear Creek Wine Company and Brewery is locally owned and family operated.

Great pizza and small bites; live music on weekends.

Branson Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau 4100 Gretna Rd., Branson (417) 334-4084 explorebranson.com A family destination with live performance theatres, pristine lakes, golf courses, award-winning theme parks, attractions and more.

Branson Show League

24 Downing St., Hollister (417) 320-6106 dspourhouse.com An American smoke and fire interpretation of a classic English pub that uses unique, quality ingredients to deliver coal-fired comforts.

Finley Farms and the Ozark Mill

4106 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson (417) 332-2231 thebutterflypalace.com Over 1,000 live tropical butterflies, 3D Monarch Video, Mirror Maze, Science Center and so much more! Explore it all with your 3-Day Wristband!

802 Finley Farms Ln., Ozark (417) 210-6644 finleyfarmsmo.com Finley Farms and The Ozark Mill is a historic destination in the heart of the Ozarks offering farm-inspired dining, vibrant event venues and more.

Cape Fair Marina

George Washington Carver National Monument

1500 Shadrack Rd., Cape Fair (417) 538-4163 capefairmarina.com Located on Table Rock Lake and offers boat slip rentals, watercraft rentals, convenience store with gas dock, restaurant and tackle shop.

Captain B’s Fishing Guide Service 590 Abby Ln. #5, Branson (417) 224-7645 captainbguide.com Guided fishing trips. Coast Guard licensed and insured. Fish catching guaranteed!

Fun and exciting! Equipment and snacks provided. Lodging can be arranged.

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3216 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson (417) 332-2529 claycoopertheatre.com Clay Cooper’s Country Express: 24 performers, singing, dancing, comedy and variety! Hot Rods and High Heels: 1950's band, singers and dancers!

College of the Ozarks 100 Opportunity Ave., Point Lookout (800) 222-0525 cofo.edu C of O is a liberal arts college that aims to develop citizens of Christ-like character who are well-educated, hardworking and patriotic.

3425 W. 76 Country Blvd. Suite B, Branson (417) 334-8287 showsinbranson.com Branson Show League represents Branson shows, theaters, attractions, things to do, places to eat and shop and other points of interest.

Creation Experience Museum

BransonShows.com

Dogwood Canyon Nature Park

(800) 987-6298 bransonshows.com Your one-stop shop for all your vacation needs. Book with BransonShows.com for a hassle-free vacation.

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4180 US 65, Walnut Shade (417) 561-0750 creationexperiencemuseum.com Our museum supports the history of the Bible through the sciences. Come and enjoy a fascinating tour.

2038 W. State Hwy. 86, Lampe (877) 459-5687 dogwoodcanyon.org A 10,000-acre paradise with towering bluffs, cascading waterfalls, crystal clear streams, and wildlife, including bison, elk and eagles.

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5646 Carver Rd., Diamond (417) 325-4151 nps.gov/gwca The birthplace and childhood home of the famed scientist, educator and humanitarian.

Gettin’ Basted 606 W. Mt. Vernon St., Nixa (417) 374-7394 • gettinbasted.com 2845 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson (417) 320-63574 • gettinbasted.com A defined flavor for the Ozarks now known around the globe: Ozarks-style barbecue cooked hot and fast to perfection over live coals.

Harry S. Truman Birthplace State Historic Site 1009 Truman St. #1543, Lamar (417) 682-2279 mostateparks.com/park/harry-struman-birthplace-state-historic-site Birthplace of Harry S. Truman, the only Missourian U.S. president. Visit the sixroom home from Truman’s childhood. Free guided tours.

The Keeter Center 1 Opportunity Ave., Point Lookout (417) 239-1900 keetercenter.edu An integral part of the College of the Ozarks Work Education Program, The Keeter Center features overnight suites, meeting rooms and fine dining.

Kringles Christmas Shop 2800 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson (417) 337-5426 Kringles is the largest year-round Christmas store in Missouri. It has the largest selection of collectibles in one location.

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Lambert’s Cafe 1800 W. Hwy. J, Ozark (417) 581-7655 throwedrolls.com Home of Throwed Rolls. Fast, friendly service, reasonable prices, good food, great atmosphere, pass-arounds and balloons for the kids!

Lindwedel Winery 3158 State Hwy. 265, Branson (417) 338-0256 lindwedelwinery.com Located in the Ozark Mountains with a large deck overlooking gorgeous scenery, Lindwedel offers wine flights in a casual atmosphere.

Mel’s Hard Luck Diner 2800 W. Hwy 76 Country Blvd., Branson (417) 332-0150 melshardluckdiner.com Enjoy great food and listen to your favorite songs performed by Mel’s talented servers. “We sing for your supper!”

Mickey Gilley and Johnny Lee, Country Music Legends 3455 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson (417) 336-0888 amazingacrobats.com REAL COUNTRY MUSIC LEGENDS, The Mickey Gilley (17 #1Hits) and The Johnny Lee (13 #1Hits) sing/dance hit songs with Live Band & Urbanettes.

Missouri Ridge Distillery & Brewery 7000 State Hwy. 248, Branson (417) 699-4095 missouriridgedistillery.com Missouri Ridge Distillery is Branson’s only grain-to-bottle distillery and multi-national and international award-winning distillery.

Ralph Foster Museum 237 Christian St., Point Lookout (417) 690-3407 rfostermuseum.com This museum is dedicated to the history of the Ozarks, housing thousands of artifacts representing archaeology, firearms, antiques and more.

Rockbridge Rainbow Trout & Game Ranch 4297 County Rd. 142, Rockbridge (417) 679-3619 rockbridgemo.com Hidden away in a valley along the blufflined Spring Creek, Rockbridge offers an atmosphere and historic charm unique to the Ozark Mountains.

Rosewood Farms & Grandpa Joe’s Chocolates 7345 Hwy. 5, Hartville (417) 741-6915 grandpajoeschocolates.com Enjoy a day in the country at Rosewood Farms. Gourmet foods, coffee, chocolate, home decor, gifts and so much more await you in this shopping paradise.

Shanghai Circus 3455 W. 76 Country Blvd., Springfield (417) 336-0888 grandshanghaitheatre.com/shanghai-circus Amazing Acrobats of Shanghai perform acrobatics, dance, comedy, magic and aerial feats of strength. Show combines LED technological innovations.

25 entertainers on stage, singing, dancing, hysterical comedy, and a variety of music - old & new country, rock, gospel, and patriotic!

Shipwrecked Treasure Museum 505 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson (417) 635-5041 bransontreasuremuseum.com Explore the secrets of the deep at Shipwrecked Treasure Museum with over 500 authentic artifacts from historical shipwrecks from around the world.

Showboat Branson Belle 4800 Hwy. 165, Branson (417) 336-7171 silverdollarcity.com/showboat-branson Discover America’s Most Entertaining Lake Adventure featuring a live show, delicious three-course meal and beautiful cruise on Table Rock Lake!

Silver Dollar City 399 Silver Dollar City Pkwy., Branson (417) 336-7100 silverdollarcity.com Explore One of America’s Best Theme Parks with 40+ rides, 100 craftsmen and women, shows and festival entertainment spring through Christmas!

Celebrate the fabulous 50’s!

Smallin Civil War Cave 3575 N. Smallin Rd., Ozark (417) 551-4545 smallincave.com Smallin Civil War Cave brings history to life! Kids and adults alike will enjoy guided tours through the cave’s breathtaking 10-story arch!

Southwest Baptist University 1600 University Ave., Bolivar (800) 526-5859 sbuniv.edu A distinctively Christian private university offering more than 100 areas of study on four campuses and online.

Featuring Elvis Presley Enterprises Ultimate Champion and his 10 piece band & singers!

ClayCooperTheatre.com  417-332-2529 3216 W 76 Country Blvd  Branson MO

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423 Fairy Cave Ln., Branson West (417) 272-3366 talkingrockscavern.com Guided cave tours, large rock shop, gemstone panning, break-your-own geode, mini-golf, nature trail, picnic areas and new family games area.

1250 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson (417) 336-2300 VeteransMemorialBranson.com 18,000 square feet of exhibits honoring Veterans focused on wars of the 20th century - WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam, Desert Storm and more.

T. Charleston’s Books and Gifts

White Water

2800 W. 76, Branson (417) 334-7931 T. Charleston’s Books and Gifts is Branson’s only full-service bookstore. Come in to find the perfect item for any occasion.

3505 W. Hwy. 76, Branson (800) 888-7277 silverdollarcity.com/white-water Splash into One of America’s Top 5 Water Parks featuring 13 acres of rides, slides and waves for all ages...over 2 million gallons of fun!

The Texas Tenors 3455 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson (417) 336-0888 grandshanghaitheatre.com/the-texas-tenors Three-time Emmy-Award winners and third highest-selling artist in the history of "America’s Got Talent." This trio of tenors has performed worldwide.

Top of the Rock 150 Top of the Rock Rd., Ridgedale (800) 225-6343 topoftherock.com Johnny Morris’ Top of the Rock Ozarks Heritage Preserve features trails, attractions and world-class golf facilities.

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agles and Panthers and Bears, oh my! Not to mention Bearcats, Bobcats and Valor! Some of the best higher education institutions in the Midwest are in the Ozarks, each offering something unique for students and the communities they call home. Public or private, large or small, colleges and universities in the Ozarks bring over 40,000 students to the region annually who, along with their campuses, add to the fabric of the area.

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Missouri State University In downtown Springfield, you’ll notice Bears and maroon thanks to Missouri State University. The largest four-year university in the region abuts downtown, where many students live, adding vibrancy to the scene. The campus’ large trees and fountains make for a gorgeous stroll where famous alumni, like John Goodman, once walked. Those fountains are a mustsee, and each spring, “Fountain Day” is celebrated with the ceremonial turning on of the water. Along with the scenery, there is an abundance of arts and athletics opportunities from Broadway shows at Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts to cheering on the Bears in sports.

Drury University At Drury University you’ll find tree-lined pathways, two Civil War-era cannons and a campus history that runs deep, with the first graduates being five women in 1875. If you hear cheering while you’re on the 90-acre campus, it’s likely coming from the O’Reilly Family Event Center where the Panthers play basketball to enthusiastic crowds. (The Lady Panthers are ranked second for the 2020-21 season!) A university with a rich tradition of service, the roughly 3,200 students are dedicated to volunteering within the community.

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Ozarks Technical Community College For over 30 years, Ozarks Technical Community College has provided affordable education and workforce training to students of all ages. Serving over 200,000 students since its inception, OTC is a launching point for individuals who choose to pursue higher education or enter the workforce. The third-largest community college in Missouri is constantly evolving to meet the needs of its ever-changing student population.

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Evangel University Valor represents the values instilled in each of the 2,300 students enrolled annually at Evangel University. This Assemblies of God university has a beautifully landscaped campus featuring 9,000 tulips that bloom—and draw in visitors—each spring.

On campus, you’ll find theatre, events and sports, with “Carl the Clocktower” at the center!

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Southwest Baptist University The Southwest Baptist University Bearcats are racking up the honors as a College of Distinction, one of America’s Best Christian Colleges and one of America’s 100 Best College Buys. SBU in Bolivar enrolls 1,600 on-campus and 1,000 off-campus students annually. The main campus is 152 acres with a beautiful Ozarks backdrop, and other campus sites are in Springfield, Salem and Mountain View.

College of the Ozarks On your day trip to Branson, stop at College of the Ozarks to learn why it’s dubbed “Hard Work U.” C of O at Point Lookout provides opportunities for students to work on campus to pay for education, with the remainder of tuition covered by scholarships. Enjoy a student-prepared meal at the award-winning Dobyns Dining Room, stop by the bakery and mill for student-made items, and check out the Ralph Foster Museum showcasing memorabilia from around the Ozarks.

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Evangel University

100 Opportunity Ave., Point Lookout (800) 222-0525 cofo.edu C of O is a liberal arts college that aims to develop citizens of Christ-like character who are well-educated, hardworking and patriotic.

1111 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield (417) 865-2815 evangel.edu A private, Christian university of arts, sciences and professions. Schedule a visit today!

Drury University

901 S. National Ave., Springfield (417) 836-5000 missouristate.edu A comprehensive institution with a statewide mission in public affairs. Our purpose is to develop global citizen scholars.

900 N. Benton Ave., Springfield (417) 873-7879 drury.edu Drury University, a small private university, is committed to student success with a bold new academic program called Your Drury Fusion.

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Ozarks Technical Community College 1001 E. Chestnut Expwy., Springfield (417) 447-7500 otc.edu As Missouri’s third-largest community college, OTC offers more than 60 degree programs and 40 certificate programs.

Southwest Baptist University 1600 University Ave., Bolivar (800) 526-5859 sbuniv.edu A distinctively Christian private university offering more than 100 areas of study on four campuses and online.

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Located across from Bass Pro Shops and Wonders of Wildlife in Springfield, MO! Bass Pro Shops Angler’s Lodge is located across the street from the Bass Pro Shops Granddaddy Store and Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium, voted “America’s Best New Attraction” and “America’s #1 Aquarium.” Angler’s Lodge offers a cozy night’s sleep in the most convenient location, so you and your family can extend your stay and the fun. Enjoy great features like an indoor, nature-themed swimming pool, a hot breakfast and multiple nearby restaurants. Book your stay at Angler’s Lodge and start planning your trip to “America’s Conservation Capital.”

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rest and Relaxation Your guide to Great places to Stay

From big to boutique and everything in between, Springfield has more than 6,000 rooms ready to accommodate you during your stay. Looking for a little more space?

Find a cozy bed and breakfast or a nice scenic campground for your tent or RV.

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Wondering what there is to do near your accommodations?

Check out These nearby attractions.

Northwest

Northeast

1. Take a ride through Fantastic Caverns, the only completely ride-thru cave in America.

13. Explore the halls and listen to ghost stories at Pythian Castle.

2. See 160 species of animals at Dickerson Park Zoo.

15. Walk the trails around the 860-acre Fellows Lake.

3. Observe caves, bluffs and arches, as well as forest and prairie at Lost Hill Park.

16. Learn about military history at the Air & Military Museum of the Ozarks.

4. Swim at Doling Family Center and check out the museum at Doling Park.

5. Attend the Ozark Empire Fair and other events at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds.

14. Play golf at Bill & Payne Stewart Golf Course

17. Hit some golf balls at Big Shots Golf.

18. Get up close with animals at Wild Animal Safari.

19. Watch tennis matches and soccer games at Cooper Tennis Complex and Lake Country Soccer.

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6. Take a step back in time at Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield.

20. Shop through 150+ stores at Battlefield Mall.

7. Search for dinosaur bones at the Missouri Institute of Natural Science.

8. Roam the gardens at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park.

21. View American and global works of art at the Springfield Art Museum.

22. Kayak and fish at Lake Springfield.

9. Wander through 7 acres of the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden.

23. See Missouri sports legends at the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame.

10. Eat original Springfield-Style Cashew Chicken at Leong’s Asian Diner.

24. Golf around the world at Getaway Golf.

11. Examine 35,000 fish at Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium.

25. Walk the Brentwood Center strip for boutiques, home decor and self care products.

12. Trek through 500,000 square feet of Bass Pro Shops.

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30. Learn some Springfield history at the History Museum on the Square.

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Angler’s Lodge 621 W. Sunshine St. Springfield, MO 65804

800-445-5132 bassproanglerslodge.com

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417-887-8383 arborsuiteshotels.com

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417-886-5090 arborsuiteshotels.com

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Baymont Inn & Suites North - I-44 1610 E. Evergreen St. Springfield, MO 65803

417-520-8800 wyndhamhotels.com/baymont

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417-862-0701 bwcoachhouseinn.com

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Best Western Plus Springfield Airport Inn 4445 W. Chestnut Expwy.

Springfield, MO 65802

417-799-2200 bestwestern.com

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800-780-7234 417-866-1963 bwrailhaven.com

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417-866-4242 cwspringfield.com

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417-889-8188 choicehotels.com

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417-869-8246 comfortinn.com/hotel/mo103

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417-869-6700 marriott.com

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Culture Boutique Hotel 445 E. Commercial St. Springfield, MO 65803

417-720-1949 culturecstreet.com

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Days Inn Battlefield Rd. 3260 E. Montclair St. Springfield, MO 65804

800-DAYSINN 417-882-9484 daysinnworldwide.com

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417-833-4292 daysinnspringfieldmo-i44.com

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417-865-6168 dogwood-park-inn.business.site

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Drury Inn & Suites 2715 N. Glenstone Ave. Springfield, MO 65803

800-378-7946 417-863-8400 druryhotels.com

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Econo Lodge I-44 2611 N. Glenstone Ave. Springfield, MO 65803

417-864-3565 econolodge.com

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Battlefield Inn Motel 2114 S. Glenstone Ave. Springfield, MO 65804

Best Budget Inn 4433 W. Chestnut Expwy.

Springfield, MO 65802 Best Western Plus Coach House Inn 2535 N. Glenstone Ave. Springfield, MO 65803

Candlewood Suites South 1035 E. Republic Rd. Springfield, MO 65807

Courtyard by Marriott - Springfield Airport 3527 W. Kearney St. Springfield, MO 65803

DoubleTree Hotel Springfield 2431 N. Glenstone Ave. Springfield, MO 65803

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417-833-9599 marriott.com/hotels/travel/sgfsn

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Fairvue Place 1116 W. Norton Rd. Springfield, MO 65803

417-833-1550 fairvueplace.com

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Flagship Motel 2209 N. Glenstone Ave. Springfield, MO 65803

417-864-8560

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Greenstay Courtview 3370 E. Battlefield Rd. Springfield, MO 65804

417-520-6200 greenstayhotels.com

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Hilton Garden Inn 4155 S. Nature Center Way Springfield, MO 65804 Holiday Inn Express & Suites 3050 N. Kentwood Ave. Springfield, MO 65803 Holiday Inn Express & Suites-Medical District 310 E. Monastery St. Springfield, MO 65810 Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites 2720 N. Glenstone Ave. Springfield, MO 65803

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417-869-3900 lamplighternorth.com

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417-882-1113 lamplightersouth.com

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417-833-9218 super8.com

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800-800-8000 417-889-7313 super8.com

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417-864-7333 upspringfield.com

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Residence Inn by Marriott 1303 E. Kingsley St. Springfield, MO 65804 Rest Haven Court 2000 E. Kearney St. Springfield, MO 65803 Rockwood Motor Court 2200 W. College St. Springfield, MO 65806 Sleep Inn-Medical District 233 E. Camino Alto St. Springfield, MO 65810 Springfield Inn 2355 N. Glenstone Ave. Springfield, MO 65803

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334 E. Commercial St., Springfield

209 E. Commercial St., Springfield

234 E. Commercial St., Springfield

15% Off Breakfast or Lunch

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2546 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield

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20% Off Your First SSO Concert Ticket Valid for a 2021-2022 season Springfield Symphony Orchestra concert ticket at Juanita K. Hammons Hall box office. No phone reservations accepted. Not redeemable for cash. Dates, times, and programming are subject to change. Coupon is not valid for livestream access.

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One Coupon Per Table.

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Redeem this coupon as a first time Springfield Symphony customer for 20% off one 2021-2022 season Springfield Symphony Orchestra concert ticket at Juanita K. Hammons Hall box office. No phone reservations accepted. Not redeemable for cash. Dates, times, and programming are subject to change. Coupon is not valid for livestream access.

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220 E. Walnut St., Springfield

2715 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield

1930 E. Kearney St., Springfield

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400 S. Jefferson Ave., Springfield 4240 Gretna Rd., Branson

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423 Fairy Cave Ln., Branson West

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2520 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield

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3861 E. Stan Musial Dr., Springfield

124 Jungle Rd., Strafford

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North Springfield: 2431 N. Glenstone Ave.

1825 E. Norton Rd., Springfield

3837 S. Campbell Rd., Springfield

South Springfield: 2110 E Republic Rd.

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PAID SPRINGFIELD, MO PERMIT NO. 310 815 East St. Louis Street Springfield, MO 65806

www.SpringfieldMo.org

A unique historic landmark, Hotel Vandivort is a first of its kind, boutique hotel in Springfield, Missouri. Steeped in the rich history and traditions of the Queen City, visitors are delighted to find the public areas of our hotel are designed to function as the city’s living room.

Hotel Vandivort offers guests an inspiring, community-centric experience they’ll not soon forget. Whether your visit calls for a vacation, quick getaway, or just a spot to unplug, unwind and disconnect, Hotel Vandivort is truly a place to reawaken your spirit of adventure.

For more information visit hotelvandivort.com or call (417) 832-1515

REAWAKEN YOUR SPIRIT OF

Adventure