Own Your Own Deserted Town: Discover the Legend of Ongo, Missouri
A Deserted Village with a Wedding Chapel on 900 Acres for $10,500,000 Welcome to Ongo—a breathtaking 900-acre “Paradise Village” that feels less like a real estate listing and more like a hidden chapter of the American frontier. Established in 1925, back when mail arrived by horseback, this unincorporated and deserted Missouri town has been privately…
Inside The $49 Million “Evergreen Crystal Palace”
One Of The Most Striking Homes in Missouri Sits on a Cliff Overlooking Table Rock Lake Perched 200 feet above the shimmering waters of Table Rock Lake sits a structure that defies convention. The Evergreen Crystal Palace (also known as the Evergreen Lake Estate) isn’t just a home; it’s a 28,000-square-foot architectural statement. Sprawling across…
Best Places to Live in Missouri
The Top Towns To Call Home in the Show Me State NOTE: After getting hundreds of messages about this story, I think it’s important to point out that I have lived in over 25 places in Missouri, so I am a bit of an expert on this topic. And I can tell you that there…
Primatara Mansion
Missouri’s Palatial Landmark Located just north of Springfield, the Primatara Mansion is more than just a home—it is a massive 188-acre estate that blends Federal-style elegance with industrial-scale luxury. Owned by Robert Low, founder of Prime Trucking, the property serves as both a private residence and a world-class thoroughbred horse farm. By the Numbers The…
Brief History of Branson
On April 1, 1912 the City of Branson was incorporated in the heart of the Ozark Mountains. It has a rich history that has shaped its identity as a popular tourist destination. Here is the brief history of Branson. Early Inhabitants The area that would become Branson was initially inhabited by Native American tribes, including…
Brief History of Springfield, Missouri
1838: The “Queen City of the Ozarks” Started Small 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 American tribes including the Kickapoo, Osage, and Lenape had inhabited…
Missouri’s Wine Growing Regions
In Missouri, there are five recognized American Viticultural Areas (AVA). In fact, Missouri is home to the country’s first AVA, according to the Missouri Wine website. These are regions established by the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau. They include: The Grapes In Missouri The Norton grape was named the official state grape of…
Missouri Towns Under the Lakes
Missouri’s lakes are some of the most beautiful in the world. But beneath the calm waters are dozens of Missouri towns under the lakes.
