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40+ Instagrammable Murals Around Springfield

Springfield is home to some beautiful artwork made by muralists and artists alike. If you're searching for your next photo op or want to tour Springfield's mural scene, here are 40 murals you can find around Springfield, MO. Is there one we missed or think should be on this list? Email…

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The Springfield, Missouri Spring Bucket List

Wondering what to do this spring in Springfield? Check out our Springfield, Missouri, spring bucket list for ideas to make this season the best ever. Attend The Cherry Blossom Kite & Piñata Festival April 6, head to the Springfield Botanical Gardens to fly a kite and break open a piñata at this…

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Downtown Springfield: Then & Now

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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Explore This Ozarks Cave By Lantern

If you want to experience the wonders of fall in all its glory, Smallin Civil War Cave is hosting its annual Civil War Lantern Tour allowing you to explore the cave by lantern-light. The Civil War Lantern Tour includes a traditional "on the trail" dinner of ham and beans, cornbread and fried…

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Sunflower Fields You Must Visit Near Springfield, Missouri

Did you know the Ozarks are home to several sunflower fields? If you’re looking for a fun photo op or to take a bit of sunshine home with you, here are several places you can pick your own sunflowers. Miller Farm Park in Willard In September, visitors can take photos and pick their own sunflowers…

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Gorgeous Wedding Venues To Book Around The Ozarks

It’s no surprise that the natural beauty of the Ozarks attracts soon-to-be newlyweds to the area. Looking to tie the knot? Here are just a few of the area’s most popular wedding venues. Modern GREENHOUSE TWO RIVERS Photo by Inner Images Photography Highlandville, greenhousetworivers.com WHY WE LOVE…

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4 Show-Stopping Caves Near Springfield, Missouri

When porous limestone and dolomite come together, they make the Cave State. With more than 7,000 caves in Missouri, there's probably a cave close to where you are right now. Discover the depths of this natural phenomenon and its ancient connection to the Ozarks in this cave guide. Crystal Cave…

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20 Hidden Gems At Springfield-Greene County Libraries

All book lovers know the source for the best “hidden gems” is the public library. But the Springfield-Greene County Library invites all to look a little further for more unexpected surprises. When you do, soon you’ll be saying “You can do THAT at the Library?” Cool stuff you can take home besides…

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Did you know…? 5 Fun Facts about Springfield, MO

Missouri’s third largest city has plenty to offer, but did you know these five facts? In addition to providing some conversation starters during your next planning session, these fun facts reveal even more reasons to consider Springfield, Missouri, for your next event. FUN FACT #1: Brad Pitt is from…

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