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Joplin Museum Complex

The Evert J. Richie Tri-State Mineral Museum Mining zinc and lead was a big part in the development of this area.
The Dorothy B. Hoover Historical Museum back to the beginning of Joplin and Route 66.
For more information on the museum complex view their website.

Big Brutus

Bucyrus Erie Model 1850B, the second largest electric shovel in the world. 160 ft tall, weighs 11 million lbs, 90 cubic feet 150 ton bucket, and fast with a maximum speed of 0.22 mph. If size matters, this is a must see.

Sandstone Gardens

A premier home & garden shopping destination and exquisite meal at The Sandstone Bistro. If coming from Oklahoma, it is the "mansion" at exit #1. No room for landscaping items in your vehicle, they ship world wide.

Candy House Gourmet Chocolate

Tour an old 1970 rock tavern in the Ozarks just south of town. Treat yourself or someone you love to hand-dipped chocolates, English toffee, caramel pecan treats or other sweet delights. For more information view the website.

Precious Moments Park & Chapel

Southwest Missouri's largest attraction just a few miles down the road, the world's largest gift shop for teardrop-eye children called "Precious Moments".

Route 66 Drive-in Theater

George Washington Carver National Monument

A world renowned scientist known for developing uses for peanuts. Museum, discovery lab and self-guided nature trails to explore at the George Washington Carver National Monument.

Wildcat Glades

Wildcat Glades Conservation & Audubon Center, a place where children, families and people of all backgrounds can connect to nature in a fun and nurturing environment.

Spiva Center for the Arts

George A. Spiva believed opportunities in the arts should be available to everyone. The exhibition, education, and cultural center named in his honor is located in the heart of downtown Joplin, Missouri. It’s a place to see art, to learn about art, to create art, to collect art. It’s a place to be inspired, a place to feel at home.

Reptile World Zoo

Reptile World is a great Joplin area family fun attraction.

Stained Glass Theater

For information on this beautiful theater visit their website.

Historic Murphysburg District

In 1992, the City of Joplin designated Sergeant Avenue from Second Street to Fourth Street as the “Murphysburg Residential Historic District.” At the request of homeowners in the adjacent neighborhoods, the City of Joplin expanded the historic district in 2004. Today, the historic district encompasses Sergeant Avenue from First Street to Seventh Street and Moffet Avenue from First Street to Fourth Street.

Great Shopping

Serving a greater population of 250,000 Joplin has (2) Wal-Mart Super Centers, Sam's Club, Northpark Shopping Mall, Penney's, Sears, Target, Best Buy and other national retailers.
Antiquing; Antique Mansion, Connie's Collectables, My Sister & Me, effie jane's, Eccentrix, Kate's Kottage and many more.

Great Eating

Fine dining; a local favorite Jim Bob's Steakhouse, Outback & Timberline and others
Traditional family restaurants; Applebee's, Cheddar's, Olive Garden, Rib Crib, Denney's and Cracker Barrel.
Buffets; Ryans, Golden Coral, Grand Fortuna, Great Wall Chinese, Taiwan Buffet, Wok & Roll and others.
Pizza; Domino's (delivers to KOA) 417-623-5211, Pizza Hut (delivers to KOA) 417-782-7878, Pizza by Stout (adult), Chuck E. Cheese's (kids) and others.
Local favorites; Undercliff Grill & Bar (family), Turtleheads Raw Bar (adult)
Many great BBQ, Mexican, Seafood and other ethnic foods.

Golf

Loma Linda (2) 18 hole courses private & public; once the home of New York Yankee's Mickey Mantle Invitation Tournament. Guests may play private course without membership.
Schifferdecker Golf Course 18 hole public.
Twin Hills Country Club 18 hole private course.

Kids Activities

The Bridge, Autumn Ramp Park & Foundry
Route 66 Carousel Park
Lazer City
McClelland Park Frisbee Golf
Paintball Ridge