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Lexington, Missouri

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Battle of Lexington State Historic Site

This battlefield is one of the few Civil War battlefields that has never been cultivated and the outlines of the trenches are still visible. A self-guided walking tour is available. The visitor center has a fine display of artifacts from the battle and an excellent 15 minute film which brings the "

Lexington, MO Battlefields

Lexington Historical Museum

Lexington Historical Museum, built as the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in 1846

Lexington, MO Museums

Lafayette County Courthouse

The Lafayette County Courthouse was built in 1847-49 and is the oldest courthouse in constant use west of the Mississippi. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, many say this is the most beautiful of Missouri's courthouses with its simple classic-revival design.

Lexington, MO Historic Courthouses

Wentworth Military Academy

Wentworth Military Academy, founded in 1880, is one of the nation'

Lexington, MO Historic Districts

Historic Districts

Lexington has more pre-Civil War homes and commercial buildings (over 135), per-capita, than any other community regardless of size, in the state of Missouri. Many of the homes are open for tours by appointment through the Tourism Bureau. The 900

Lexington, MO Historic Districts

Things to do near Lexington, MO

Jesse James Bank Museum

Site of the first daylight bank robbery during peacetime, step back in time and tour this landmark. Hear the tale of this fi...

National Silk Art Museum

This is the most important and extensive exhibition of woven French silk tapestry ever shown in the world. On exhibit on a ro...

Wentworth Military Academy

Wentworth Military Academy, founded in 1880, is one of the nation's oldest and most respected military schools. The cadets co...

Vaughn Orchard

Cider, apple butter, cider jelly, barbecue, apple fritters, fried apple pies and caramel apples all prepared on site. Educati...

Belton, Grandview and Kansas City Railroad Co.

45 minute ride in refurnished 1920 coach. Field trips and private party available by request. Museum gift shop, walking tour...