Sweet Springs Missouri Tour
Tour Description
The city of Sweet Springs was known for its natural springs that were considered a health remedy for various illnesses. It became a destination location due to the 'sweet springs' and the health resort that was established in 1881. Many towns in central Missouri were popular for the outdoor and health benefits of the springs, including numerous springs in Saline County and the surrounding counties. With a combination of the springs, the railroad, and the shopping region, Sweet Springs was a bustling town.
Locations for Tour
Sweet Springs Historical Highlight Tour
The city of Sweet Springs was originally established in 1838 as Brownsville, Missouri, but changed its name to Sweet Springs in 1887. The community was known for its natural springs and it became a destination location due to the 'sweet…
Sweet Springs Missouri Sweet Springs Herald
Information is vitally important to social engagement and a feeling of belonging in a community. Community newspapers have served an important role in communicating town activities, publishing legal information and records, and providing information…
Sweet Springs Missouri First Christian Church
At 400 Bridge Street, in the town now known as Sweet Springs, Missouri, you will find the First Christian Church; a historic church that has served the local community for about 180 years. There are a couple of things that are not as they once were.…
Sweet Springs Missouri Health Resort
Of the history of Sweet Springs, the main defining element of its past is the wonderful natural mineral springs that permeate the area. In fact, it is such an important part of the identity of this town, that it was renamed Sweet Springs in 1887 from…
Sweet Springs Missouri Marmaduke Military Academy
One of Missouri's more well-known families, the Marmadukes, made contributions to the military training and political history of the state of Missouri. The Marmadukes produced two governors of Missouri, father Meredith M. Marmaduke who was…
Sweet Springs Missouri Smith Stores Company
Oftentimes in a small town, it takes one passionate individual to make a difference in the growth and prosperity of the area. One of the very early residents of Sweet Springs was Charles K. Smith. He and his family had commercial ties to the town in…
Sweet Springs Missouri The Market
Small communities require commitment from their residents to continue to economically prosper. Sweet Springs is no different and has, at times, thrived and grown due to unique interests such as the healing mineral Health Springs Resort that operated…
Sweet Springs Missouri Manufacturing
Every town needs solid employment opportunities to sustain its population and Sweet Springs was no different. During the early part of the 20th Century, the town saw a slight reduction in population. The population in 1800 was listed at 1,182 persons…
Sweet Springs Missouri Historic District
One of the most attractive and historically preserved locations in Sweet Springs is the downtown Historic District. This downtown district was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1997 and is a beautiful example of the architecture…