If you run toward things that go bump in the night instead of running away, you’re going to love Springfield and the surrounding area. All over the Ozarks, you’ll find enduring ghost stories that thrill and chill and will get you in the mood for Halloween. Haunted History Walking Tours You can…
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Whether your interests are in local history or events of the past that shaped our nation, historical sites and museums in the area 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…
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Downtown 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…
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When 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…
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Here’s something you probably didn’t know. All those peacocks you find wandering around Springfield’s Dickerson Park Zoo aren’t actually part of the zoo’s collection. They’re visitors, just like you. It’s the more than 500 other animals that are truly residents of the park. Dickerson Park Zoo is…
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There’s a reason this history museum was voted America’s No. 1 new attraction by USA Today—because it rocks! No museum showcases local history like The History Museum on the Square. Here are a few activities for your next visit. 1. Drive a Trolley Hop on the trolley for a trip down memory lane…
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Ozark Greenways offers a diverse system of trails including rails-to-trails, 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…
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If your grandkids are spending spring break with you, head for Springfield, where you’ll find all kinds of inexpensive things they’ll enjoy doing. Along with creating lasting memories, you’ll like knowing your house is staying clean while you enjoy the amenities of a hotel. You’ll find hotel rooms…
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A 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…
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Exploring 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. The museum’s galleries explain the area’s history with interactive displays, interpretive exhibits, unique artifacts and…
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