Local Area Attractions Near Joplin KOA Journey

Joplin Museum Complex

Joplin Museum Complex

Visit the Evert J. Richie Tri-State Mineral Museum Mining and The Dorothy B Hoover Historical Museum.

Zinc and lead was a big part in the development of this area. The Dorothy B. Hoover Historical Museum will take you back to the beginning of Joplin and Route 66.

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Wildcat Glades Conservation & Audubon Center

Wildcat Glades Conservation & Audubon Center

Connect to Missouri's forest, fish and wildlife in a fun and nurturing environment with access to Shoal Creek. Visit the Nature Center & Gift Shop. Wildcat Glades Conservation & Audubon Center

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Spiva Center for the Arts

Spiva Center for the Arts

George A. Spiva believed opportunities in the arts should be available to everyone. The exhibition, education, and cultural center named in his honor is located in the heart of downtown Joplin, Missouri.

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Grand Falls

Grand Falls

One of Missouri's least-talked-about wonders is located on Shoal Creek, just south of Joplin. Grand Falls, Missouri's largest natural, continually flowing waterfall, is like a miniature Niagara Falls.

Bonnie & Clyde Hideout

Bonnie & Clyde Hideout

1933, infamous outlaws Bonnie & Clyde spent several weeks in a garage apartment in Joplin, MO and robbed several businesses. Constable John Wesley Harryman and Joplin Police Detective Harry McGinnis were killed when Police attempted to apprehend the outlaws. Bonnie & Clyde escaped leaving behind personal possessions including a camera. The camera contained the legendary photo of Bonnie with her foot on the fender, pistol in hand and cigar in mouth.
The garage apart ment; 215 W 34th St. http://mo-joplin.civicplus.com/index.aspx?NID=576