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America's Maple Leaf City

Our Heritage

Carthage, Missouri, known as America's Maple Leaf City, welcomes travelers from all over the world. Carthage is a unique crossroad of history, art, and inspiration that sits at the junction of the Historic Route 66 and Jefferson Highway.

 

 With four historic districts and over 550 buildings listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, Carthage has housed people and businesses with impressive tales that continue to intrigue travelers today. Civil War guerrillas, Wild West outlaws, and powerful business men and women have left their marks on area history. In modern times, the community celebrates heritage through art and faith to keep legends alive in Carthage.  

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  • artCentral Holiday Boutique & Silent Auction
    artCentral Holiday Boutique & Silent Auction
    Sat, Oct 07
    Carthage
    Oct 07, 12:00 PM – Dec 15, 5:00 PM
    Carthage, 1110 E 13th St, Carthage, MO 64836, USA
    Oct 07, 12:00 PM – Dec 15, 5:00 PM
    Carthage, 1110 E 13th St, Carthage, MO 64836, USA
    There are only 13 weeks until Christmas, and we’re a great destination for fun, unique, and original Christmas gifts!
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  • Hometown Holidays - Candy Cane Hunt
    Hometown Holidays - Candy Cane Hunt
    Tue, Nov 28
    Carthage
    Nov 28, 6:30 PM
    Carthage, 305 W Chestnut St, Carthage, MO 64836, USA
    Nov 28, 6:30 PM
    Carthage, 305 W Chestnut St, Carthage, MO 64836, USA
    Bring your flashlight & Holiday cheer to hunt for candy canes at Central Park.
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  • Hometown Holidays Movie Night
    Hometown Holidays Movie Night
    Thu, Nov 30
    Carthage R-9 Auditorium, 714 S Main St.
    Nov 30, 6:30 PM
    Carthage R-9 Auditorium, 714 S Main St.
    Nov 30, 6:30 PM
    Carthage R-9 Auditorium, 714 S Main St.
    Featured Movie: The Grinch. Doors Open @ 5:30PM
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  • Hometown Holidays- Family Fun Night
    Hometown Holidays- Family Fun Night
    Fri, Dec 01
    600 S Maple St, Carthage, MO 64836, USA
    Dec 01, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    600 S Maple St, Carthage, MO 64836, USA
    Dec 01, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    600 S Maple St, Carthage, MO 64836, USA
    Come out and enjoy a Family Fun Night! For more details visit visioncarthage.org/hometownholidays
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  • Fair Acres Family YMCA 2nd Annual Family Polar Express Night
    Fair Acres Family YMCA 2nd Annual Family Polar Express Night
    Fri, Dec 08
    Carthage
    Dec 08, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Carthage, 2600 Grand Ave, Carthage, MO 64836, USA
    Dec 08, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Carthage, 2600 Grand Ave, Carthage, MO 64836, USA
    Put on your favorite PJs and join us for a special viewing of Polar Express.
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  • Holiday Open House
    Holiday Open House
    Sat, Dec 09
    George Washington Carver
    Dec 09, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    George Washington Carver, 5646 Carver Rd, Diamond, MO 64840, USA
    Dec 09, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    George Washington Carver, 5646 Carver Rd, Diamond, MO 64840, USA
    The park staff and volunteers invite the public to a holiday celebration with seasonal music, crafts and refreshments.
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  • Mt. Moriah Light Display
    Mt. Moriah Light Display
    December 1st - 24th (Closed December 17th)
    Carthage
    December 1st - 24th (Closed December 17th)
    Carthage, 15506 Nutmeg Rd, Carthage, MO 64836, USA
    December 1st - 24th (Closed December 17th)
    Carthage, 15506 Nutmeg Rd, Carthage, MO 64836, USA
    Just 10 minutes North of Carthage!
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  • Olde World Christmas Market
    Olde World Christmas Market
    December 1st & 2nd
    Carthage
    December 1st & 2nd
    Carthage, 820 Howard St, Carthage, MO 64836, USA
    December 1st & 2nd
    Carthage, 820 Howard St, Carthage, MO 64836, USA
    Olde World Christmas Market at Grace Church brings vendors including crafters, artisans, and artists. The dates are December 1st & 2nd. Friday, December 1, is a market preview that includes appetizers and drinks. Tickets available at the door. Saturday, December 2, is open and free to the public.
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