Springfield’s history began long before the city was established. Prior to white settlement, the area was inhabited by the Osage, Delaware, Kickapoo and other Native American tribes who moved out of the …

History of the Area Missouri became a state in 1821. In the mid- to late 1820s, two brothers from Tennessee – John Polk and Madison Campbell – along with several other homesteaders, went on a …

Springfield is the largest city in the Ozarks region, and sits on the Springfield Plateau, which ranges from nearly level to rolling hills.

Jan 29, 2024 · Springfield began as a small town in the southwestern part of the state but has grown to be the third largest city in Missouri. And it’s still growing. Prior to the founding of the city, Native …

Journey through eight interactive galleries to see how Springfield, Missouri and its region shaped American history. Each gallery brings unique stories to life through world-class exhibits designed by …

James Butler (“Wild Bill”) Hickok lived in Springfield and was a Union scout; he was acquitted there of the murder of gunman Dave Tutt. An extension of the Atlantic and Pacific Railroad (1870) resulted in …

The Springfield-Greene County Library District's Local History Digital Archive is a series of collections that represent the history of the Ozarks in the 19th and 20th centuries.

Known as the “Queen City of the Ozarks” and the “Birthplace of Route 66, ” it is rich in history, including Native Americans, Civil War Battles, and the development of the Mother Road. Osage Indians by …

Springfield’s city charter was adopted in 1951 and serves as our constitution. The City of Springfield employs about 2,300 employees in more than 20 distinct departments, from the Springfield-Branson …

Timeline of important dates and major events in the history of Springfield, MO. Illustrated list of events and people from our today in history archives.