Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Apr 3 – Apr 4, 2026

CIVIL WAR DAYS

Doniphan

Civil War Re-enactors, Pioneer Craftsmen, Craft Demonstrations, Vendors, Food and Music at the Heritage Homestead…

Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Apr 4 – Apr 4, 2026

Cemetery Stroll into the Past

Weston

Explore Weston's Rich and Colorful History. Wander through the picturesque Laurel Hill Cemetery and see…

Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

May 2 – May 3, 2026

Lewis & Clark Heritage Days

St. Charles

This authentic reenactment of Lewis and Clark's encampment in 1804 includes a parade, church service,…

Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

May 4 – May 4, 2026

Heritage Days

Laurie

Heritage Days will feature the plainsmen with reenactment of earlier days in the prairie. Food…

Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Jul 18 – Jul 19, 2026

Commemorations of the Civil War Battle of Lone Jack

Lone Jack

A two-day event honoring those killed in the battle (approx. 169). The cemetery is here…

Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Aug 28 – Aug 30, 2026

Annual Osage River Mountain Man Rendezvous and Muzzleloader Shoot

Lake Ozark

Mountain men and traders capture the pre-1840's as they dress in 19th Century attirre and…

Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Sep 21 – Sep 27, 2026

Territorial Militia Muster at Fort Osage

Sibley

Be a witness to history as the officers train the soldiers and civilian militia in…

Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Sep 25 – Sep 27, 2026

Walk Back in Time

Mexico

Reverse Timeline Camps with live music and demonstrations: 1940s WWII, 1880s West, 1860s Civil War,…

Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Sep 26 – Sep 27, 2026

The Fight for Texas County

Houston

This event is a MCWRA MAX EFFORT Civil War reenactment. The event will feature mock…

Let it unfold.

Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.

Oct 25 – Oct 27, 2026

Annual Civil War Re-enactment

Palmyra

Flower City Park hosts an annual Civil War re-enactment in October. Individuals from a three…