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Springfield, Missouri: History Museum on the Square

Wander a gallery of vintage Springfield Route 66 relics, then see if your aim is as good as Wild Bill Hickok's in the shootout chamber.

Address:
154 Park Central Square, Springfield, MO
Directions:
Downtown, on the northeast corner of the city's Park Central Square.
Hours:
W-Sa 10-5 (Call to verify)
Phone:
417-831-1976
Admission:
Adults $16.
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History Museum on the Square

History Museum on the Square has a variety of unique exhibits, including ones on the Birthplace of Route 66, Wild Bill Hickok & The American West, and The Civil War in Springfield. The museum is located on historic Route 66 at Springfield's downtown square.

[Sam Behen, 06/27/2017]

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The Y Bridge, Galena, MO - 29 mi.

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