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 World’s Fishing Fair To celebrate its 50th anniversary, Bass Pro Shops is hosting the World’s Fishing Fair exclusively at the store in…
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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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No matter how old your kids are, Springfield has activities for kids spanning all ages. Check out some of Springfield’s top activities you can do with kids. Wonders of Wildlife Prepare to spend up to four hours exploring Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium. Voted America’s Best Aquarium…
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Hi, my name is Kenzi Lamon and I am 11 years old. These are my favorite things to do in Springfield, Missouri when I come to visit with my family. Kenzi Lamon at the Discovery Center I like to go to the Discovery Center because it is very fun and there is a lot to do. My favorite part is the space…
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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. Where To Stay Springfield has a variety of accommodations to fit your desired…
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Springfield 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. “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…
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There's a lot to do just northwest of Springfield. Bolivar is a charming small town with a vibrant downtown area, a world-class 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…
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Did you know one of the best times to visit Dickerson Park Zoo is in the wintertime? Open year-round, Dickerson Park Zoo is Springfield’s most exotic 1.2 mile walk. While a few of the birds and primates spend the winter off exhibit, there is still a lot to see and do. Many animals enjoy the cold…
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Fall is a beautiful time to see the ranging colors of autumn. If you’re looking for a safe social-distancing activity this fall, here are a few places around Springfield and the Ozarks to get a glimpse of the colors that only come once a year. Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield Wilson's Creek…
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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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