Jack’s Animatronic Warehouse: Saint Joseph’s reanimated animatronic band
On a back road south of town, you’ll stumble upon a large black and red barndominium. Although a common sight in this part of the country, the contents of the building are anything but common. Jack’s Animatronic Warehouse holds one of the last surviving, fully functional Rockafire Explosion animatronic bands known to still exist. These […]
Boudreaux’s: Saint Joseph’s renowned Cajun cuisine
If you are looking for good Cajun food or are in the mood for fried alligator, you may not need to go down to Louisiana to do so. Located at 123 South 6th St, Boudreaux’s is something of a fan favorite in St. Joseph. From 2001 to today Boudreaux’s was the brainchild of Robert […]
Snake Saturday Weekend in St. Joseph
From Snake Saturday celebrations and downtown specials to brunches, karaoke, family activities, shopping, and the 40th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, St. Joseph is going full green. Here’s a look at what’s happening around town. Kick Off the Weekend on Friday, March 13 Flash Bash Weekend at Oracle’s Eye Friday, March 13 at 10 a.m. […]
St. Joseph’s Civil War fort
Perched on top of Prospect Hill, overlooking bustling downtown St. Joseph and the Missouri River, you’ll find a series of earthworks lined with cannons and wooden structures. During the Civil War, this was the site of an earthen fort built to protect the city from any Confederate forces that may come up or down river […]
Northwest Missouri Genealogical Society: Saint Joseph’s go-to archive and research center
Have you ever been curious as to who your ancestors were, but worried about spending too much on research? Are you a local historian looking for solid primary sources for your upcoming paper? Thankfully, the Northwest Missouri Genealogical Society can help you find both! Located at 412 Felix Street, the Society has been helping people […]
Saint Joseph’s nostalgic pizza parlor frozen in time
Pizza Royal is the perfect restaurant for people who love both antiques and local restaurants. It’s not as well-known as some other local pizzerias, but it’s definitely one of the most charming St. Joe has to offer. Since 1970, located at 5723 Lake Avenue, Pizza Royal has been a staple for residents of St. Joseph’s […]
Goetz Brewery Museum: Saint Joseph’s rentable historic beer museum
Located adjacent to the Pony Express Museum, on the corner of Mitchell Avenue and 10th Street, is the Goetz Brewery Museum. As one of three museums operated by the Pony Express Museum, the building is a former bar converted into a museum and event venue dedicated to the Goetz Brewery Company, local history, and, of […]
Black Kat Salvage II: Saint Joseph’s grooviest antique store
Black Kat Salvage II is one of many new antique stores to pop up over the last few years, and it’s definitely one of the most exciting and colorful ones in town. What makes it different Black Kat has some unique features that set it apart from other antique stores in town. Whereas many antique […]
Twilight Gardens Statuary: A Whimsical Stop in St. Joseph
For more than 25 years, Twilight Gardens Statuary has been a favorite stop in St. Joseph. Some visitors come ready to add personality to their yards. Others just come to see the gnomes up close. Either way, Twilight Gardens is perfect for shoppers and sight-seekers alike. I’ve lived in St. Joseph my entire life, and like […]
Inside St. Joseph’s Funeral Museum: A Unique Stop for History Lovers
If you happen to stop by St. Joseph, you’ll notice we have a lot of museums here. The Pony Express Museum, The Jesse James Museum, Patee House Museum, Robidoux Row, and even the world-famous Glore Psychiatric Museum. However, just off the corner of Belt Highway and Frederick Avenue, you’ll find one of the most unique […]