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Amusements

  • Discovery Center
    438 East St. Louis Street • Springfield, MO 65806
    417-862-9910
    An interactive, hands-on facility for children of all ages to explore, learn, and have fun with exhibits including an exploratory lab, Paleo-Lab, a Wonderland, and a Body Works. Traveling exhibits are also featured throughout the year. more...  map

Historic Homes & Buildings

  • Gray/Campbell Farmstead (circa 1856)
    2400 South Scenic Avenue • Springfield, MO 65803
    417-881-3066
    Once the home of John Polk Campbell, the nephew of the founder of Springfield, this farmstead includes the historic house, two crib barns, the family cemetery, a log granary, and a detached log kitchen. Costumed guides tell the history of the farmstead.  map

  • Laura Ingalls Wilder Historic Home and Museum (circa 1895)
    3068 Highway A • Springfield, MO 65704
    Located 39 Miles East in Mansfield
    417-924-3626, 877-924-7126
    Visitors of Rocky Ridge Farm in the Ozarks are often filled with emotions as they step into the world of Laura Ingalls Wilder, author of the beloved "Little House" series of books. The Museum includes the writing desk where she wrote many of the books, a fiddle her father played, a quilt made by her sister Mary, handwritten manuscripts of the books, and a section regarding Rose Wilder Lane's life, career, and writings. more...  map

  • Walnut Street National Register Historic District
    Downtown Springfield • Springfield, MO 64804
    Between John Q. Hammons Pkwy. & Glenstone Ave.
    417-831-2627
    Over a mile long, this historic district features close to 150 historic homes built between 1870 and 1940 in a variety of styles including Queen Anne, Periodic Revival, and Bungalow.   map

Historic Sites & Monuments

  • Crystal Cave
    7225 North Crystal Cave Lane and Highway H • Springfield, MO 65803
    417-833-9599
    This remarkable area is listed as a Greene County Historic Site.  map

  • Springfield Little Theatre
    311 East Walnut Street • Springfield, MO 65806
    417-869-1334
    National historic site theatre with full screen of plays and musicals.  map

  • Springfield National Cemetery
    1702 East Seminole Street • Springfield, MO 65804
    417-881-9499
    Heroes from all wars are buried in the Springfield Cemetery.  map

  • Wilson's Creek National Battlefield
    6426 West Farm Road 182 • Springfield, MO 65807
    417-732-2662
    Preserves the site of the first Civil War battle in Missouri. Visitors center has film and exhibits. Five-mile tour road accesses 1,750-acre battlefield.  map

Museums & Galleries

  • Air & Military Museum of the Ozarks
    2305 East Kearney • Springfield, MO 65806
    417-864-7997
    Includes military vehicles, airplane models and more.   map

  • American Fish and Wildlife Museum
    500 West Sunshine • Springfield, MO 65807
    417-890-WILD
    The new, large interactive museum/aquarium exhibits fish, birds, mammals and reptiles in natural habitats that include a river, 140,000-gallon freshwater lake, 222,000-gallon saltwater ocean and more.  map

  • Discovery Center of Springfield
    438 St. Louis Street • Springfield, MO 65802
    417-862-9910
    Take the entire family out to enjoy this museum for people of all ages.  map

  • General Sweeny's Museum
    5228 South State Highway ZZ • Springfield, MO 65804
    417-732-1224
    Visit this great Civil War Museum for educational and interesting displays.  map

  • Grizzly Industrial Showroom
    1815 West Battlefield • Springfield, MO 65807
    417-887-9191
    Stroll past the indoor fish pond and waterfall as you view the beautiful displays of fine woodworking, antique and collectible guns, swords and knives.  map

  • History Museum of Springfield-Greene County
    830 Boonville Avenue • Springfield, MO 65803
    Historic City Hall
    417-864-1976
    Devoted to preserving the history of Springfield and Greene County, this museum features an array of exhibits from prehistoric times through the 1950's. There are also rotating exhibits that highlight various historical topics on site. Hands-on areas for children are also on site. more...  map

  • Missouri Sports Hall of Fame
    3861 East Stan Musial Drive • Springfield, MO 65809
    417-889-3100, 800-498-5678
    This 22,000 square foot museum is filled with numerous sports memorabilia and interactive displays including areas where you can broadcast a game or throw a touchdown pass. more...  map

  • Railroad Historical Museum
    1300 North Grant Street , Grant Beach Park • Springfield, MO 65810
    417-883-5319 or 417-865-6829
    Preserving railroad history of the St. Louis, San Franscisco Railroad, and other Railroads including Frisco Locomotive No. 4524, Burlington Baggage Car, Chicago and Northwestern Commuter Car No.2, Burlington Northern Caboose No.10786, and model locomotives from the 1904 worlds fair. Hundreds of pictures, paintings, and many artifacts from the Frisco Railroad and others.  more...  map

  • Springfield Art Museum
    111 East Brookside Drive • Springfield, MO 65807
    Springfield, Missouri
    417-837-5700
    The city's oldest cultural institution with eight galleries.  map

National Parks & Natural Wonders

  • Crystal Cave
    7225 North Crystal Cave Lane • Springfield, MO 65803
    417-833-9599
    A Greene County Historic Site, this beautiful cave features natural paths and stone steps to guide you to different areas of the cave including The Cathedral, Rainbow Falls, and Upside Down Well. Indian symbols adorn the walls. A guided 80 minute tour is available.  map

Parks, Gardens & Zoos

  • Dickerson Park Zoo
    3043 North Fort Avenue • Springfield, MO 65803
    417-864-1800
    Asian elephants, cheetahs, flamingos, and many other different types of animals live in this exciting zoo.  map

  • Japanese Stroll Garden
    2400 South Scenic Avenue • Springfield, MO 65803
    417-864-1049
    Beautifully landscaped seven and a half acre garden that features wonderful flowers, winding paths, bridges, a moon deck, a pagoda, and a teahouse. Tours are available.  map

  • Springfield Conservation Nature Center
    4600 S. Chrisman • Springfield, MO 65804
    417-888-4237
    Great place for the family to go.  map

  • Wilson's Creek National Battlefield
    6424 West Farm Road 182 • Springfield, MO 65738
    417-732-2662
    This historical battlefield is an exciting and educational place to tour.

Tours & Cruises

  • BalloonSport USA
    2013 Battlefield Road • Springfield, MO 65804
    417-865-0800
    Enjoy year round hot air balloon rides over the Springfield area and the scenic Ozarks with this tour company. Rides are available daily from sunrise to sunset. Reservations are required.  map

  • Fantastic Caverns
    4872 North Farm Road 125 • Springfield, MO 65803
    417-833-2010
    A guided 50 minute tour takes you through America's only ride through cave into the ancient underground riverbed that is filled with massive formations. The cave stays 60 degrees year-round. more...  map

Vineyards, Wineries & Breweries

  • OOVVDA Winery
    5448 North Berry Lane • Springfield, MO 65803
    417-833-4896
    OOVVDA is a boutique winery located just north of Springfield specializing in high quality handcrafted wines; available in dry, semi-dry, semi-sweet, and sweet to suit your individual taste. Purchase Intarsia by local artist. Tour the unique gardens. Enjoy a picnic in the wine garden. Experience the fruit! more...  map

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