Everything Willard is known for
Songs written about the waterways and highways that run near Willard.
The site of the first major Civil War battle west of the Mississippi, fought on August 10, 1861, where Union General Nathaniel Lyon became the first Union general killed in combat.
10 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
Pull over for a moment, and let's reflect on the lives whispered from this quiet, sacred ground. This is Berry Cemetery, a small but profoundly important African-American cemetery established around 1875. Before the…
Springfield, Missouri, owes its name to the eagerness of early settlers to recall familiar places back east. Incorporated in 1838, the burgeoning Ozarks town was named after Springfield, Massachusetts. The origin story…
Ever wondered what a historic city jail looks like? Step back in time at this 1891 relic of Springfield's past, the Old Calaboose. It's a small but mighty piece of history right here in Greene County. Built in 1891,…
Get ready to step back in time, because you're approaching the Landers Theatre, the second oldest and largest civic theater operation in Missouri, continuously running since 1909. This place has seen it all! Built in…
Behold the arabesque design of this Shrine Mosque, a unique architectural gem in downtown Springfield. It's a building that whispers tales of community, entertainment, and a touch of the exotic right here in the Ozarks.…
Imagine this grand castle harboring secrets of war. Built in 1913 by the Knights of Pythias, the Pythian Home later became more than just a fraternal lodge. During World War II, this place served as a detention center…
Pull over for a burger and a shake! This isn't just any diner; it's a living piece of Route 66 history, right here in Springfield, Missouri. This very spot, the St. Louis Street Steak 'n Shake, opened its doors in 1962,…
Ever wonder where the fallen heroes from our nation's earliest conflicts are laid to rest? Here, at Springfield National Cemetery, you're driving past a solemn testament to their sacrifice. This isn't just a cemetery;…
Feel the weight of history beneath your tires – this is Wilson's Creek, where brother fought brother in a pivotal early clash of the Civil War. On August 10 08 1861, Union and Confederate forces clashed here in the…
The site of the first major Civil War battle west of the Mississippi, fought on August 10, 1861, where Union General Nathaniel Lyon became the first Union general killed in combat.