The Ozarks are full of historic mills located a few minutes from Springfield to over two and a half hours. What were once water mills and home to small businesses, check out these historic mills located all over the Ozarks. Ozark Mill View this post on Instagram A post shared by…
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Your trip to Springfield doesn't have to be expensive! There are plenty of free things to do around the city that cost nothing. If you're looking for something to do this afternoon, here are several free things to do around Springfield, Missouri. Sculpture Walk Sculpture Walk Known as the museum…
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Sculpture Walk Springfield (SWS) is a privately funded grassroots organization dedicated to encouraging the artistic transformation of Springfield through outdoor sculpture, thus enhancing quality of life and promoting economic vitality. Founded in 2014, the organization presents sculptures in…
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When it comes to exploring the outdoors, stay on the beaten path or take a walk on the wild side with trails for all skill levels and abilities in southwest Missouri and northwest Arkansas. Ozark Greenways Galloway Creek Greenway Ozark Greenways offers a diversity of trails including…
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Springfield’s rich African-American heritage is becoming easier to explore thanks to markers being installed at various locations in midtown and downtown neighborhoods. The developing Springfield-Greene County African-American Heritage Trail is comprised of 20 sites dedicated to the area’s…
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Long before white settlers began arriving in southwest Missouri, Native American tribes called the forested hills and plains of the Ozarks home. Archeological evidence of native people has been found to date back as far as 8000 B.C., including sites within what are now Springfield city limits. The…
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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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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 thirty murals you can find around Springfield, MO. Is there one we missed or think should be on this list? Email…
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