Main Street Charm & Modern Appeal
Whether you’re admiring nostalgic murals or Missouri Ozark waterfalls, you’ll be enchanted by Joplin. Learn more about the mining origins that put Joplin on the map, experience world-class art galleries and take a road trip down Route 66 in this friendly locale chock full of hidden treasures.
Explore the legacy of the USA’s famous highway in parks, museums and the visitors center.
Experience the wonders of Grand Falls and play in lovely city parks.
See amazing exhibits at the Spiva Center for the Arts and spot inspiring murals across the city.
Joplin Highlights
Family Favorites
Missouri’s largest continually flowing waterfall thunders triumphantly on scenic Shoal Creek.
Interpretive exhibits and wildlife-rich trails tell the story of Missouri’s diverse ecosystems.
Dive deep into Joplin’s days as the “mining capital of the world” through hands-on displays and preserved fossils.
Historic Treasures
Larger-than-life depictions of the Mother Road’s heyday give insight into how the highway shaped Joplin’s way of life.
See the home where “The Plant Doctor” grew up and learn about his invaluable scientific discoveries.
Take a walking tour of this time capsule of architecture, made up of meticulously preserved 19th-century homes.
Experiences
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