Sweet Obsessions: Sweet history the candy made by Missouri candy makers
An overview of the candy makers and the candy they made and sold in Missouri.
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The Great Tornado of 1925
Des Arc Museum and Community Center 143 S Front St, Des ArcA hundred years ago, the deadliest tornado in American history originated in southern Missouri. Now known as the “Tri-State Tornado,” the storm originated near Ellington and swept through southeast Missouri before crossing into Illinois and Indiana. The devastation of the Tri-State Tornado revealed flaws in the nation’s storm forecasting and reporting system that grew out […]
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Poetry in the Garden
Field House Museum 634 S Broadway, Saint Louis, MO, United StatesThe Field House Museum is excited to announce its 3rd annual Poetry in the Garden competition, held in the museum’s garden in downtown St. Louis. This competition aims to honor the legacy of 19th-century poet Eugene Field by inviting St. Louis and surrounding area poets to create works inspired by some of the themes he […]
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Second Sunday- Free Days at the Museum
The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures 5235 Oak Street, Kansas City, MO 64112, Kansas City, M, United StatesBring the whole family to Free Days at the Museum. Occurring on every second Sunday of the month, Free Days provide greater access to The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures’ vast and awe-inspiring collections for visitors near and far. All attendees can explore the Museum at no charge.
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History talk: Mary Meachum and the St. Louis Underground Railroad
Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site 7400 Grant Rd, St. Louis, MO, United StatesSt. Louis was an active stop on the Underground Railroad with its close proximity to the free state of Illinois. One of St. Louis's most prominent conductors on the Underground Railroad was Mary Meachum. The widow of a free, black minister John Berry Meachum spent years with her husband teaching both free and enslaved blacks […]
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Movies Made in Missouri
Scenic Regional Library--Owensville 503 S. Olive Street, OwensvilleWhile it’s not Hollywood, there have been nearly one hundred movies made in Missouri from the earliest times in the industry to the present day. Jim Erwin tells the stories of the films and their stars—from Tom Mix’s and Walt Disney’s first movies to latter day films featuring George Clooney, Ben Affleck, and Kevin Costner. […]
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Missouri Master Gardener Conference
Oasis Hotel & Convention Center 2546 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, MO, United StatesDig into four days of learning and inspiration at the 2026 Missouri Master Gardener Conference June 4–7 in Springfield. This statewide event features expert speakers, hands-on gardening knowledge, and plenty of ideas to take back to your own garden. Open to all experience levels. Registration closes May 1. Details: https://bit.ly/MGConferenceSignUp.
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The Great Tornado of 1925
Daviess County Senior Center 109 S Main St., GallatinA hundred years ago, the deadliest tornado in American history originated in southern Missouri. Now known as the “Tri-State Tornado,” the storm originated near Ellington and swept through southeast Missouri before crossing into Illinois and Indiana. The devastation of the Tri-State Tornado revealed flaws in the nation’s storm forecasting and reporting system that grew out […]
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Rolla’s Route 66 Summerfest
Celebrate 100 Years of Route 66 at Summerfest! Join us in Downtown Rolla for a once-in-a-century kickoff to summer — June 4–6, 2026 — as we celebrate the Centennial of Route 66 in style! We’ll kick things off Thursday night with a ribbon cutting and parade, featuring classic cars, and motorcycles ending at the festival […]
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First Saturdays at Keystone: Arts, Culture & Creative Entrepreneurship
Keystone CoLAB 800 E 18th St, Kansas CityFirst Saturdays at Keystone: Arts, Culture & Creative Entrepreneurship
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Art On The Side – Liberty
A Celebration of Creativity! Join us in historic downtown Liberty, Missouri, for the annual Art on the Side Liberty Art Festival, a vibrant showcase of art, craftsmanship, and entertainment! This year’s festival will feature over 80 talented artists and artisan makers displaying their stunning creations. From fine art to handcrafted goods, there will be something […]
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2026 French Heritage Festival
Lion's Club Park 155 Market Street, Ste. GenevieveThe Ste. Genevieve French Heritage Festival is a cultural celebration of treasured traditions, skills, cuisines, stories and musical talents of the French Creole Corridor in and around Ste. Genevieve. Held annually on the second Saturday in June, the French Heritage Festival features musical performances, storytelling, living history skill demonstrations, games and frontier folk dancing in […]
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