Carthage is one of Missouri's most acclaimed historic towns, originally established in 1842. Though much of the town was destroyed during the American Civil War, it was completely reconstructed after the war and is home today to over 600 National Register of Historic Places-listed buildings, including the beautiful Jasper County Courthouse and the Historic Carthage Square. It is home to some of the first concrete sections of Missouri's interstate highway system, which were incorporated into famed American highway Route 66 in the 1920s. Visitors can explore Route 66-related attractions like the Carthage Civil War Museum, the 66 Drive-In Theater, and the massive Kiddieland children's amusement park. Other attractions include the picturesque Precious Moments Chapel, themed after the famed collectible angel line.

212 Main Street, Carthage, MS 39051, Phone: 601-267-8322

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