Location: Carthage
Top Things to do in Carthage
6 Museums in Carthage That You Shouldn't Miss
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."
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1. Koka Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Koka Art Gallery is located in historic Carthage Missouri right off of the square. Our art gallery has art from over 30 local artists and are continually growing. We have rotating shows of different artists and different mediums. We have framed art, prints, pottery, jewelry, greetings cards, courthouse photos/gifts and more available for purchase.
2. Precious Moments Park
Overall Ratings
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. Carthage Civil War Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By 193dawnh - Lonedell, United States
Great history museum... lots of information and friendly, knowledgeable staff. Great place for teens who are studying the civil war.
4. Historic Phelps House
5. Powers Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 8 reviews
Museum of Carthage history (& related subjects) featuring rotating exhibits. In 2015: 1) April-Sept. "Never Seen Before: Treasures of the Powers Museum" new grouping of items never exhibited in 27 years & used to discuss why collections are the heart of any museum, and 2) historic quilt display Oct. 1-Oct. 31. Veteran's Day program on Nov. 1, last day of museum's regular season. Also on site: library, gift shop, and mini-tourist info center on Tri-State area, Route 66 & Jefferson Highway.
6. ArtCentralCarthage
artCentral is a non-profit arts center, established in 1985, at the crossroads of America in Carthage, Missouri, just off Route 66. At home in the elegantly beautiful Hyde House on the hill, artCentral offers grand art in a small town. In the spacious galleries and on the tree canopied campus visitors and members enjoy exhibitions, opening receptions, events, classes and artCamp for children.
