Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Saint Joseph, Missouri (MO)

June 5, 2021 Leonardo Torrence

St. Joseph (informally St. Joe) is a city in and the county seat of Buchanan County, Missouri, United States. It is the principal city of the St. Joseph Metropolitan Statistical Area, which includes Buchanan, Andrew, and DeKalb counties in Missouri and Doniphan County, Kansas. As of the 2010 census, St. Joseph had a total population of 76,780, making it the eighth largest city in the state, third largest in Northwest Missouri.
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1. Glore Psychiatric Museum

3406 Frederick Ave, Saint Joseph, MO 64506-2913 +1 816-232-8471 [email protected] http://www.stjosephmuseum.org
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4.5 based on 318 reviews

Glore Psychiatric Museum

Housed in the medical, surgical, and admitting unit of the former St. Joseph State Hospital, the museum is one of only a few of its kind. The original displays created in 1968 by the museum’s namesake, George Glore, are still a part of the collection. These exhibits give visitors a life-size visual of what mental health treatment devices looked like in the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. Exhibits also share the history of what was once known as “State Lunatic Asylum No. 2” when it opened in 1874. The exhibits include surgical tools, treatment equipment, and doctor’s personal notes. Patient artwork, such as pottery, paintings and needlework, is also on display to give visitors an idea of how patients faced their daily challenges and expressed themselves through their art. Exhibits include the contents removed from a patient’s stomach (such as nails, thimbles, and eating utensils) as well as a television set packed full of handwritten notes written by another patient. Tours include

Reviewed By becgall - Saint Joseph, United States

And absolute must and one of the only in the United States is the experience of touring the Glore psychiatric museum! Currently on the grounds of the former Missouri State Hospital the Glore Psychiatric museum is a favorite, out there, one of a kind, fascinating experience in delving into the human mind and the intricacies of an unwell human mind. Witness former mental health treatments, see exhibits about mentally ill patients their behaviors their creations and their stories. This is a favorite of all of my out-of-town relatives some have even returned to bring friends to this very unique experience and one of a kind in the Midwest. Definitely a must see if you are touring Saint Joseph area! You’ll be talking about this one for years to come!

2. Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art

2818 Frederick Ave, Saint Joseph, MO 64506-2903 +1 816-233-7003 [email protected] http://www.albrecht-kemper.org/
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Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art

A work of art itself, the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art houses one of the finest collections of American Art from the Colonial period to the present. The former William Albrecht home provides the perfect backdrop for works by artist including Mary Cassatt, Thomas Hart Benton, Gilbert Stuart, and Albert Bierstadt. A wide variety of special programs complement the museum's collection including temporary exhibitions, a cafe, art classes, gallery talks, and special events.

3. Hall Street Historic District

Hall Street Between 6th And 9th Streets, Saint Joseph, MO 64501 +1 816-232-2667 http://www.ci.st-Joseph.mo.us
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Hall Street Historic District

Hall Street, placed on the National Historic Register in 1979, is home to an incomparable inventory of magnificent mansions. Known locally as "mansion row" or "millionaire's row," Hall Street housed some of the wealthiest residents of Old Saint Jo, a town that boasted the highest per-capita income in the United States during the Victorian gilded age. It's not hard to imagine the horse-drawn carriages and splendid social events that graced this street in its heyday.Today, Hall Street is enjoying an amazing renaissance, as the ravages of time are reversed by a few enterprising owners. Take, for example, the stately Richardson Romanesque designed by architect Harvey Ellis at 802 Hall Street, built in 1890 for the influential Tootle family. A storybook castle, indeed, complete with turrets and towers, wrought-iron balconies, and gracious landscaped grounds. Recently under extensive renovation by a private owner, this jewel is being polished to shine again.Across the street is the chateauesque beauty known as the Shakespeare Chateau, recently re-opened as a Bed-and-Breakfast, tour home, and event venue. This amazing home, built in 1885 and designed by architects Eckel and Mann, contains the most lavish and elegant interior - all original - you're likely to behold. It includes more than 45 artisan-crafted stained-glass windows, each one original to the building and each one a phenomenon of brilliance and design. This home is open for tours by appointment, and is well worth a visit. See pictures and more information at the Shakespeare Chateau website.And then there’s the Schuster Mansion at 702 Hall Street, built in 1879, and presently in private ownership. It’s the largest of the grand mansions in the Hall Street District at over 12,000 square feet sitting on a generous 2.5 acres of land. The imposing Italianate façade is complemented by extensive ironwork roof ornamentation, and within the 3-1/2 storey mansion you’ll find frescoed plaster ceilings, expansive mosaic tile and parquet floors, a griffon-adorned mantelpiece, and original woodwork and lighting throughout. Mr. Schuster was hardly finished building his impressive home when, a few years later, his daughter was betrothed. He set about building a second home next door, now known as the “Schuster Daughter” mansion at 631 Hall Street, finished in 1889. This exceptional building has ornate roof ornamentation and a complexly detailed exterior. The (mostly) original interior is quite fabulous, featuring an encaustic tile mosaic floor in the foyer, beautiful woodwork and floors, and a fine collection of remarkable stained glass. This magnificent home is presently available on the real-estate market, awaiting a new owner.The Hosea House at 801 Hall Street is reputed to be the oldest house on Hall Street. Much of its original character was lost to a 1990s renovation, but this wonderful single-family home now contains all of the modern amenities and is set on a spacious well-kept lot that includes garage/workshop space at the back.The gracious C.D. Smith house at 718 N. 7th on the corner of 7th Street and Hall is an Italianate mansion set on beautifully landscaped grounds. A private home for more than 15 years, it has been extensively renovated inside to accommodate all the modern amenities. A lovely wrap-around porch invites summertime outdoor living and is the perfect backdrop for holiday decorating.These notes are limited to the mansions along Hall Street itself, but the Hall Street Historic District includes a number of other homes along 7th and 8th Streets. For information on other homes in the District, and for more historical detail and notes see the LivingPlaces website and look under Buchanan County Missouri, Saint Joseph City.The descriptions on this website include the following note related to the significance of Hall Street:”The Hall Street Historic District is significant for its concentration of imposing residential buildings which are excellent examples of Post Civil War 19th century and early 20th century architectural styles including Italianate, Second Empire, Chateauesque, Romanesque, Revival, Queen Anne, Neo-classical Revival and eclectic. These homes have additional significance as the residences of the "Merchant Princes" of St. Joseph's Golden Age. Located just to the south and east of the Hall Street Historic District stood the Market Square Historic District, its commercial counterpart. New prosperity flourished in the 1870's, 1880's and the 1890's; the great wholesale houses and associated banks supported the families that built and/or lived in the fine homes of Hall Street Historic District. With much of the Market Square area destroyed by Urban Renewal projects, the significance of this area increases as it serves as a reminder of the late 19th century wealth and culture of the city. During the first quarter of the 20th century, large homes continued to be built which created a greater density and cohesive quality to the neighborhood. Recognizing the significance of an area which reflects both commercial and cultural wealth, the structures of this prestigious area are now afforded protection under a city ordinance designating it as the St. Joseph Historic District Number One.”

Reviewed By jmpierce282 - De Soto, United States

A very nice area with beautiful houses, some almost mansion size. Well worth a walk through the neighborhood. It was too cold the day we were there. But, sadly to say there were other houses outside the area that was just as elegant at one time that has not be taken care of, some uninhabitable.

4. Krug Park

3500 St Joseph Ave, Saint Joseph, MO 64505 +1 816-271-5500 https://web.facebook.com/pages/Krug-Park/135126886520211?_rdc=1&_rdr
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Krug Park

Reviewed By rogj397 - Leavenworth, United States

Went to see the holiday lights, They have an amazing light display, well worth the drive. The bonus, a cherry mash at the end.

5. Missouri Theatre

717 Edmond St, Saint Joseph, MO 64501-2268 +1 816-271-4628 http://www.stjoemo.info/parks/theater.cfm
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4.5 based on 65 reviews

Missouri Theatre

6. Mount Mora Cemetery

824 Mount Mora Rd, Saint Joseph, MO 64501-1644 +1 816-232-4651
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4.5 based on 37 reviews

Mount Mora Cemetery

7. Museum Hill Historic District

Felix to Angelique 10th to 12th Streets, Saint Joseph, MO
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Museum Hill Historic District

Reviewed By jmpierce282 - De Soto, United States

A very nice area with beautiful houses, some almost mansion size. Well worth a walk through the neighborhood. It was too cold the day we were there. But, sadly to say there were other houses outside the area that was just as elegant at one time that has not been taken care of, some uninhabitable. Show less

8. Patee House Museum

1202 Penn St, Saint Joseph, MO 64503-2560 +1 816-232-8206 [email protected] http://www.ponyexpressjessejames.com/patee
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4.5 based on 471 reviews

Patee House Museum

The mission of the Pony Express Historical Association is to interpret the early history and development of St. Joseph, from the days of the Pony Express and Jesse James to the 1920s, using authentic artifacts in the buildings where these events actually occurred.

Reviewed By SethVarner - Wahoo, United States

We stopped by the Patee Museum for about an hour and a half on our way to Kansas City, and it was well worth the stop. The museum holds a treasure cove of information about a variety of subjects (namely the Pony Express and Western American History), and if you read everything, you could easily stay there for hours. After paying $7.00 for admission (very reasonable), we also picked up some 25-cent “Scavenger Hunt” cards. The hunt was a ton of fun, and it forces you to look closely at each exhibit for a modern item that doesn’t belong (it’ll make more sense when you’re there). If you get 16/20 of the scavenger hunt items correct, you win yourself a $1.00 share to the Pony Express Historical Association! It’s a cool little souvenir. Take the time to stop by if you’re in the area and you’ve got a couple of hours to blow. The Jesse James House is right next door as well.

9. Pony Express Monument

9th and Frederick Streets, Saint Joseph, MO 64501
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4.5 based on 56 reviews

Pony Express Monument

Reviewed By 470dawnd

A lot of information is packed into this small museum. Friendly staff, very nice place to visit. Definitely kid friendly.

10. Pony Express Museum

914 Penn St, Saint Joseph, MO 64503-2544 +1 816-279-5059 http://www.ponyexpress.org/
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Pony Express Museum

Reviewed By jeand658 - Kansas City, United States

We stopped by here today. I had not been here before and actually thought I was taking my family to the Patee House, which I remembered from many years ago as the Pony Express Museum. We were delighted to find the exhibits here. After a short introductory film, walked through the many zones and learned about the terrain, implements, and people involved with the express. This is a nice, affordable option for the family. There is a nice park across the street, a short drive to downtown for lunch, and then a mile or two to the nature area by the river for a walk.

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