Parkville is a lovely city in Platte County, known for its historic downtown district, which is full of unique antique shops and art galleries. The town was originally settled in 1838, though its roots go all the way back to the famed Lewis and Clark Expedition of 1804-1806. Today, it is best known as the home of Park University, which was founded in 1875 and showcases several buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, along with a 385,000-square-foot underground section constructed by a local mining company. Historic sites include the English Landing at Platte Landing Park, which features sites connected to the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Visitors can also enjoy family-friendly miniature golfing experiences at Parkville Mini Golf or explore the city's extensive park system, which includes the expansive Parkville Nature Sanctuary natural area and the Sullivan Nature Sanctuary.

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