Arrow Rock calls itself a river town — and it was. What changed wasn’t the town. It was the river. Today, Arrow Rock sits a mile or two from the Missouri River, but in the 1800s it stood directly above one of the busiest stretches of the waterway. Lewis and Clark noted the massive flint…
Missouri’s Civil War: A Journey Through Conflict and Legacy Missouri’s Civil War history is deeply layered, shaped by its border-state status and the diverse battle styles that unfolded across its landscape. This itinerary offers a budget-friendly, immersive overnight adventure, exploring key locations that highlight the conflict’s shifting nature—from the strategic engagement at Lexington in 1861…