Location: Carthage
Top Things to do in Carthage
The 10 Best Things to Do in Carthage, United States
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. Precious Moments Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 280 reviews
A 6,400-square-foot sanctuary containing 52 Biblical murals.
Reviewed By Tim W - Cresson, Texas
As we were staying locally on our way up north, this was an obvious tourist stop along the way. We immediately knew that our daughter-in-law would have particularly loved this attraction, as she is head-over-heels in love with the Precious Moments line. We were treated to a special event during our short visit to the chapel. Mr. Sam Butcher, who is the artist solely responsible for creation of the Precious Moments phenomenon and its current chief artist, was making touch ups and updates in the chapel. It's not often that one gets to see the artist at work. This is a beautiful attraction and worth the stop - even if you are not one of their greatest fans. A special note to those who are: Many Precious Moments out-of-production pieces are still available for sale in the gift shops, making this a worthwhile stop for those seeking a special or replacement piece.
2. Red Oak II
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 103 reviews
Reviewed By Lorraine D - Watford, United Kingdom
Stopped in while driving route 66. We parked up and strolled around the grounds. Before arriving I didn't know what to expect and maybe that was a good thing because I was blown away. We met a local resident that explained to us the creator of red oak II lived at the original red oak and was disappointed with the state it is in now so moved many of the buildings over and brought them back to life. Really is a wonderful detail place and such a great idea.
3. Jasper County Courthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By SeanTravelz - Detroit, Michigan
the second most photographed building in all of Missouri really cool to see and there are art sports all around it you can get a print of this at
4. 66 Drive-In Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 89 reviews
One of the last remaining operating drive-in theaters on Route 66.
Reviewed By BByrne1977 - London, United Kingdom
I am currently doing Route 66 with my father and brothers, we stopped at this iconic Route 66 landmark, we pulled onto the parking lot, all got out and within 1 minute approached by a rude, aggressive man talking to us like crap " where are you from, England we say, you people don't respect our laws" My father apologised and said we are leaving to which he got even more aggressive.
It is a CINEMA open to the public, if you don't want people to stop and look don't have a CINEMA open to public.
This Route 66 landmark should not be visited as proprietor is rude and aggressive.
This was the only bad experience we have so far encountered on Route 66.
Bradley London England
5. Carthage Civil War Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By Robert K - Winnsboro, Louisiana
The Musuem is small but is very nice. The staff is there to answer any question. They have a nice selection of ranging from clothes to guns to newspaper clipping. If you are a Civil War buff you should enjoy. The musuem is free of charge.
6. Cherry's Art Emporium on the Square
Overall Ratings
5 based on 14 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.
Reviewed By HunBabe - Houston, Texas
This gallery has beautiful works of art and a great little restaurant in the back. What a treat! The food was great and the servers all very accommodating. The chief personally brought out our meal. Don't miss this on your trip through Carthage.Thank you so much for your business and your wonderful review! Please come again! Kind Regards, Cherry
7. Historic Phelps House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By bob r
Was a wonderful venue for after-wedding dance and dinner-buffet. Rental fees are amazingly low. Every room is full of fantastic wood and carvings, Massive fireplaces, garden room, elegant staircase for photos, and beautiful crystal and antique party settings, as with every corner of this amazing home - all included for reasonable rental fee.
8. Stone's Throw Dinner Theater
Overall Ratings
5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By init4keeps - Des Moines, Iowa
Quality entertainment combines with outstanding homestyle dinner to provide an evening of fun. This mostly volunteer community has been around for an astounding 87 years which is unheard of with community theaters. It is elegant, friendly, and very welcoming to one and all. A season pass is your best deal, but check it out for yourself! I was so impressed, I have gotten season tickets now for three years and I live in Ames, Iowa, a 5 1/2 hour drive on a GOOD day! Marcydiner tantrum scale of 5/5-no screaming kids.
9. Koka Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
5 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.
Reviewed By Colette M - Carthage, MO
Koral does a lot of the artwork that hangs on the walls of our local hospital. I just had to reach out and touch the flowers that looked as if it was 3 D. She also has a variety of artwork on display and for sale. She has enlarged several prints for me and the outcome has been better than I imagined. I enjoy visiting Koka Art Gallery often.
10. Battle of Carthage State Historic Site
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 23 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.
Reviewed By Cavydad - Camarillo, California
My grandfather grew up nearby. The battlefield borders the town of Carthage and it amazing that a civil war battlefield is so far west. In school we were taught Bull Run and Gettysburg. Hard to imagine that one of the early battles occurred in Carthage, Missouri.
Easy to locate on the east side of Carthage. It does not have flashing signs, but the signs were adequate to locate the site.
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