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What to do and see in New Madrid, New Madrid: The Best Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in New Madrid, United States including Hunter-Dawson State Historic Site, New Madrid Historical Museum, Mississippi River Observation Deck, New Madrid Veteran Park, River Walk Gallery, Higgerson School Historic Site, Hunter Dawson Home, New Madrid Country Club, Donaldson Point Conservation Area.
1. Hunter-Dawson State Historic Site
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5.0 based on 21 reviews
Hunter-Dawson State Historic Site preserves a now-vanished part of Missouri: The stately Bootheel mansion. Filled with original pieces and furnished in the style it was in during its heydays of the 1860s-1880s, the ornate mansion provides a history lesson in every corner. In fact, most of the original furnishing purchased by Amanda Hunter, the house's first owner (with her husband William) are still in the house.
Reviewed By K906PUstephens - Festus, United States
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has done a great job restoring this historic home. A guided tour is provided and tells the history of the home and its furnishing. We have toured various historic homes around the U.S. and we would consider this home one of the best preserved and most interesting. If you visit New Madrid, MO we would consider this a must see.
2. New Madrid Historical Museum
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4.5 based on 69 reviews
Come see us and find out the story of the Great Quakes of 1811-12. We also have exhibits on New Madrid's role in the Civil War, the pre-Columbian civilization known as The Mississippians, and many other interesting displays. We are open 9a-5p Monday- Saturday and 12p-5p Sunday from April through November. December through March we are open 10am-4pm Mon-Sat and 12p-4p on Sun. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for children 7-17. 6 and under are free.
Reviewed By K906PUstephens - Festus, United States
We took a "day trip" to New Madrid, MO to see the river town and its attractions. The four of us really enjoyed the New Madrid Historical Museum. The visit starts with two videos which acquaint the visitor with the history of the town and the 1811 earthquake. A visit to the museum continues with walking through the museum which contains interesting artifacts from the New Madrid area. Jeff does a great job and answers all your questions. He even grows some cotton plants in front of the museum.
3. Mississippi River Observation Deck
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4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By 291genej - Silver Spring, United States
We stopped here on our trip from St Louis to Memphis as its just 1.5 mi off of I-55. This unique teardrop of land is formed by a tight loop of the river and protrudes into KY from TN. Its historical; -New Madrid was founded in 1783 by the Spanish and named after Madrid, Spain. -1811 earthquake was centered here. -In 1862, the North captured 3 generals, 273 officers, 6,700 privates, 123 pieces of artillery and lots of ammo in a huge defeat for the Confederates. Even with misty weather it was a great stop.
4. New Madrid Veteran Park
5. River Walk Gallery
6. Higgerson School Historic Site
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4.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By aluckart - West Valley City, United States
Stopped by here while on a river cruise. The two ladies talking about the school actually went to school here and we were very knowledgeable and just very friendly. Then came in the handyman, Bud, the brother of one of the ladies and took us to the gift shop/museum across the street. Most of the stuff in the museum belonged to him, restored John Deere tractor, model A Ford and all kinds of farm implements and tools. Visit here if you possibly can.
7. Hunter Dawson Home
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4.0 based on 2 reviews
8. New Madrid Country Club
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
9. Donaldson Point Conservation Area
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