Carthage is the perfect destination for your next vacation, weekend getaway or a business meeting! You'll find unending attractions, events, hotels, meeting facilities, sports, dining and shopping in Carthage, Missouri.
Things to do in Carthage
66 Drive-In Theatre
The last of the original drive-in theatres that has been named after the famous road. Movies are shown every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Season runs April - October. Best Western Carthage lodging is nearby. Call 417-359-5959 for more information.
17231 Old 66 Blvd., Carthage, MO
Battle of Carthage Civil War Museum
This Civil War museum gives the visitor a glimpse at historic relics, mural, prints, and souvenirs. Open year round; admission is not charged but donations are appreciated. Best Western lodging is nearby. Call 417-237-7060 for more information.
205 Grant, Carthage, MO
Battle of Carthage State Historic Site
This is the scene of 1861 Civil War battle when 6,000 Southern troops forced Union soldiers to retreat to Sarcoxie. Open year round, no admission fee. Best Western lodging is nearby. Call 417-682-2279 for more information.
E. Chestnut, Carthage, MO
Historic Phelps House
This three-story Victorian home was built in 1895; the Phelps House contains original light fixtures and wall treatments, beautiful woodwork and ten fireplaces. Open to the public March - December. Best Western lodging is nearby. Call 417-358-1776 for more information.
1146 Grand Avenue, Carthage, MO
Main Street Mercantile
You will find five shops in one building including antiques of all kinds, a café, and free folk music every first and third Friday night. Open year-round; admission is free. Best Western lodging is nearby. Call 417-358-1800 for more information.
311 S. Main, Carthage, MO
Medicine Hat Trading Co.
Guided horseback trail rides, bunk and breakfast, horseback birthday parties are all available on site. Open year-round; cost is currently #20 per hour per horse. Best Western lodging is nearby. Call 417-246-5889 for more information.
12724 County Road 70, Carthage, MO
Pink Ribbons Crusade...A Date with Diana
Precious Moments Inspiration Park introduces one of the world's largest private collections of Princess Diana memorabilia. This exhibit will be on display beginning May 2003 through to December 2004. A portion of the proceeds from the exhibit and the sale of selected gift shop merchandise will go to support breast cancer awareness in the region, a cause near and dear to Diana. Best Western lodging is nearby. Call 800-543-7975 for more information.
4023 Chapel Road, Carthage, MO
Powers Museum
Explore the stories of Carthage history through rotating exhibits and special programs. On site you will find a research library that is open by appointment. A gift shop and Route 66 information are also available. Open March - mid December; admission is free. Best Western lodging is nearby. Call 417-358-2667 for more information.
1617 W. Oak, Carthage, MO
Precious Moments Chapel Center
This is a relaxed and refreshing attraction. The Precious Moments Chapel Center offers a unique experience with beautifully landscaped gardens, inspirational art, uplifting entertainment and more! Take a step back into the romantic Victorian era on the Wedding Island Tour and enjoy a great music show choreographed with lights, music and water at the Fountain of Angels Shows. Open year-round and the Chapel Tours are free. Best Western lodging is nearby. Call 800-543-7975 for more information.
4321 Chapel Road, Carthage, MO
Precious Moments Fountain of Angels
An inspirational water, light and music show, featuring Precious Moments artwork and soundtrack by members of the London Philharmonic Orchestra. Season runs from March 12 - December 31; Call 800-543-7975 for more information.
4321 Chapel Road, Carthage, MO
Precious Moments Wedding Island
A beautiful place to tour or get married!!! Couples from around the world have been married here. Enjoy the restored turn-of-the-century chapel with murals inside the Victorian mansion with inlaid marble floors. This is a true beauty of days gone by; open March 30 - December 31; Call 800-543-7975 for more information.
4321 Chapel Road, Carthage, MO
Royalty Arena
Experience our year-round events ranging from horse shows and rodeos to clinics. If it has to do with horses, it will happen here. Call for our schedule; open year-round; admission is charged. Best Western lodging is nearby. Call 417-548-7722 for more information.
I-44, exit 22, North, Carthage, MO
Stone's Throw Dinner Theatre
Enjoy this dinner theatre in a relaxed country setting. Comedy rules with the occasional dramatic flair; we also offer a special holiday presentation. Open year-round. Best Western lodging is nearby. Call 417-358-9665 for more information.
796 S. Stone Lane, Carthage, MO
The Kendrick Place
Built in 1849 by slaves, this was headquarters to the North and South during the Civil War. This is a living history museum that is open January - March 10am - 4pm; April - December 10am - 5pm; donations accepted. Best Western lodging is nearby. Call 417-358-0636 for more information.
131 Northwoods, Carthage, MO
The Studio featuring Mary's Miniatures & Debbie's Dollhouse
A unique collection of delicate miniatures in various home and retail settings, all made by artists from around the country. This display touches your heart and is reminiscent of childhood days; both the young and old will delight in this collection, as well as Debbie's Dollhouse, a made to scale replica of the Victorian Mansion on the Wedding Island. Open March - December. Best Western lodging is nearby. Call 800-543-7975 for more information.
4321 Chapel Road, Carthage, MO