Location: Carthage
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The 5 Best Free Things to do in Carthage, Missouri (MO)
Carthage is a city in Jasper County, Missouri, United States. The population was 14,378 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Jasper County and is nicknamed "America's Maple Leaf City."
Restaurants in Carthage
1. Cherry's Art Emporium on the Square
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
Cherry's Custom Framing & Art Gallery, LLC is located at 311 S. Main St. (west side of the square), in Carthage, Missouri. We have recently moved and expanded our gallery to include many new artists. We feature art in a variety of mediums, including oil, watercolor, acrylic, pottery, wood and clay sculpture and bronzes. We are also a full service frame shop specializing in conservation framing.
2. Precious Moments Park
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4.5 based on 329 reviews
A 6,400-square-foot sanctuary containing 52 Biblical murals.
Reviewed By jahoduluth - Duluth, United States
My wife and I recently visited the Precious Moments Chapel while visiting southwestern Missouri. I was familiar with Precious Moments as I had worked as a supervisor for a direct marketing company many years ago that sold their products and remembered them from then. I more recently became aware of their Christian background and that of artist Sam Butcher who came up with the concept. We arrived sufficiently early on a Wednesday morning in late October so we could be there for the first tour. At least during this time of year, the building with the gift shop opened at 9:00; it is a several minute walk behind that building and through the grounds to the chapel, which is where the tour guide will be located and the tour begins. There is no cost; a free will offering is taken, however tours only take place hourly, so keep this in mind as you plan your visit if you're on a tight schedule. The tour itself only took about 20 minutes and was largely centered on the main sanctuary in the chapel. The guide explained the significance of the various artwork and told the stories of certain people who are depicted. She also explained how the chapel was set up to depict people and events from the Old Testament on one side and the New Testament on the other. After the tour, guests are free to walk through the remaining rooms at their own pace and explore the grounds. You will definitely find the visit here interesting and touching. This is true even if you don't collect the actual figurines. The references to the Bible stories, places, and events depicted include the more widely remembered depictions so the visit is geared to people of all ages and backgrounds. Additionally, the other exhibits, displays, and the story of Mr. Butcher's life and those people most important to him will make you think about the relationships in your life and the world around us...and maybe even pose a few important questions for you to consider. Our total visit, including the gift shop, was just under 2 hours. An additional museum is open during the mid-summer months that you should allow additional time for if you visit then. Regardless, it will be time well spent!
3. Jasper County Courthouse
4. Red Oak II
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 131 reviews
Reviewed By GreenInsights - Perth, Australia
Resident artist Lowell Davis is the creator of this wonderful installation of buildings transported and restored on what was once a cornfield. Some of the properties have residents which really brigs Red Oak II to life. Very friendly local dog and ducks.
5. Battle of Carthage State Historic Site
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3.5 based on 28 reviews
The Battle of Carthage was the earliest full-scale battle of the Civil War, preceding Bull Run by 11 days. Battle of Carthage State Historic Site contains a quiet meadow and the spring that made the area an encampment for both the Union and Confederate troops during the battle. The area is little changed in its appearance since the battle was fought on July 5, 1861. A few minutes off of Interstate 44, the site interprets the battle that set the stage for a decisive showdown a month later at Wilson’s Creek.
