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Local Attractions
Brookside Veteran's Memorial 
Location: U.S. Highway 61 North or North High Street
Cape Girardeau County Courthouse 
Location: 100 Court Street
Uptown Jackson
Jackson Mo 63755
The County Courthouse sits on the town square of Jackson; it is an anchor for “uptown” Jackson and faces High Street. It was built in 1908 next to the old court house and opened for the first annual “Homecomers” celebration
Indian Sculpture
WOOD CARVING BY
AUGUST BIRK
REPLACED OCTOBER 2007
MATERIALS DONATED BY
TERRY & JETTY HILL
GENE & LINDA PENZEL
STEVE & TAMMY OBERMANN
The Indian Sculpture located at the corner of the Jackson Chamber of Commerce building at 125 E. Main, was carved by a famous local woodcrafter, August Birk. The idea of a carved wooden Indian came after months of deciding what to do with a decayed tree in the corner of the chamber’s lot. A contest was held and high school student, Megan Thiele, won with the design of an Indian Brave. The sculpture was completed in 2000; it has become a landmark for the town as well as a favorite place for a picture!
Iron Mountain Railway
The train is located in Jackson, Mo at the intersection of Hwy 61 and Hwy 25 and Hwy 72.
Phone: 573-243-1688 or 800-455-7245
The Iron Mountain Railroad is Missouri's Only rolling railroad museum.
Website: slimrr.com/schedule.html
The train runs From April until December.
Jackson Chamber of Commerce
Location: 125 E Main St
Jackson MO 63755
Phone: 573-243-8131
The Jackson Chamber of Commerce met as “The Jackson Commercial Club” and formed the Jackson Chamber of Commerce in about 1955, it had several locations and employees; and in1983 purchased the original 1938 Jackson Post Office building at 125 E. Main. The building has been renovated and currently serves as the office of the Jackson Chamber of Commerce.
Jackson City Parks
For the lastest park events click here.
Jackson Historic District
Location: "Uptown Jackson"
Main And High Street
Jackson MO 63755
The Jackson Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places by the National Park Service on February 1, 2006. The Historic District encompasses much of the “uptown area” of Jackson around the Courthouse Square. Many of the businesses in this area are in the process of renovating their buildings to enhance the feel of a historic district. The Historic District Committee of the Jackson Chamber of Commerce is currently working towards obtaining funding for enhancement projects.
Jackson Mural
Location: Block of 100 E Main St
Jackson MO 63755
In 1996, artist Matt Chubboy was commissioned to paint a mural on the Main Street side of the Andrew Jackson Building. The mural depicts the town of Jackson and its namesake Andrew Jackson
Meier's Horse Shoe Pines
Location: 2146 Co. Rd. 330
Jackson, Mo 63755
Phone: 573-243-5501
Fax: 573-243-1606
Website: http://www.meierhorseshoepines.com/
Hours: Vary by season
Tree Farm with Christmas Shop. Choose and cut Christmas Trees.
Easter Event with children's activites and Easter egg hunt in Tree fields.
Shop is open with lots of Springtime decorations and basket stuffers.
Old McKendree Chapel 
Old McKendree Chapel is regarded as the oldest Protestant church structure standing
west of the Mississippi River. It is listed in the National Archives of the Methodist
Church as well as the National Register of Historic Places in the United States.
The Chapel and Cemetary are open every day during daylight hours and there is no
admission charge. An Annual Meeting is held each year on the 4th Sunday of
September at 3 pm. The public is invited to bring a lawn chair and enjoy an old-time
worship service with a feature speaker and musicians on the Chapel lawn.
Old McKendree Chapel is located near 4080 Bainbridge Road near Jackson. From Highway
61/East Jackson Blvd in Jackson, turn on to North Shawnee Blvd and immediately turn right
on to Old Cape Road. Continue approximately .2 mile and turn right on Bainbridge Road.
Follow Bainbridge Road approximately 1.9 miles to the Chapel on the left.
From I-55 exit 102, turn West on East Main Street toward Jackson and travel approximately
.6 miles. Turn left on Oak Hill. Then turn left on Bainbridge Road and travel approximately
.6 miles to the Chapel on the left.
To reserve the Chapel and/or grounds for an event or arrange a group tour, call 573-204-3633.
SPEC OPS Plaza, Inc
 
A Public Memorial Dedicated To Our Veterans is located at 2387 W Jackson Blvd, Jackson, Mo. The purpose of SPEC OPS Plaza is to establish both an indoor and outdoor institution to perpetuate respect, honor and recognition of our nation's veterans from every war and conflict. For further information please contact 573-243-4343.
The Oliver House
 
Location: 224 East Adams St , Jackson, MO 63755
This 1896 Federal-style brick house was the home of Senator Robert and Marie Oliver. Mrs. Oliver earned a place in history along with Mary Kochtitzhy who designed and made the first and only official state flag. The sewing kit used to sew the flag is now part of the home's collection.
Come to the Oliver House Museum and admire the many exquisive pieces of authentic period furniture and learn more about those who, once upon a time, called this place home.
The Museum is open the first Sunday in May, July, October, and all three Sunday's before Christmas in December, the Museum will be open for a guided tour at 1:30 p.m. Adults $5.00 Children $1.00 under 3 free.
For more information about special tours, private tours, or special events, contact the Jackson Chamber of Commerce at 573-243-8131.
Bollinger County Museum of Natural History
Location: 207 Mayfield Drive
Marble Hill,MO 63764
Phone: 573-238-1174
Located in the town of Marble Hill Missouri, our growing museum houses a stunning collection of natural history specimens and artifacts from Missouri and the world.
Exhibits include:
• The Missouri Dinosaur
• Lewis & Clark Exhibit
• Native American Artifacts
• Local Civil War History
• Fossil Prep Lab
• Will Mayfield Memorabilia
Bollinger Mill State Historic Site 
Location: 113 Bollinger Mill Road
Burfordville, MO 63739
Phone: 573-243-4591
For directions from Jackson Click Here
The present mill, dating to the Civil War period, is a massive four-story stone and brick building where visitors can still observe corn being ground into meal by water power - just as it was done long ago. The succession of three mills that have stood on this site represent more than 200 years of milling history. The Burfordville Covered Bridge standing alongside stretches its 140-foot span across the Whitewater River, which powers the mill. Begun in 1858, it is the oldest of only four remaining covered bridges in Missouri.
Information provided by Missouri State Parks: http://www.mostateparks.com/bollinger.htm.
Cape Girardeau Conservation Campus
Location: 2289 County Park Drive
Cape Girardeau, Mo 63701
Phone: 573-290-5218
Hours: Tues-Sat 8a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sun noon to 5 p.m. Closed Mon
The Campus showcases the rich cultural history and diverse natural resources of Southeast Missouri. The nature center features a 160 seat auditorium, 3 classrooms, hands-on exhibits for all ages, a scientific research laboratory, freshwater aquariums and an indoor wildlife viewing area.
http://www.mdc.mo.gov/areas/cnc/cape/
Flickerwood Arena Flickerwood Arena is one of the largest fully enclosed indoor arenas in the area. The Arena is located at the Fruitland Exit #105 off Interstate 55, approximately 100 miles south of St. Louis, Missouri, and 160 miles north of Memphis, Tennessee. Flickerwood Arena is conveniently located within 10 minutes of 900 motel rooms and a wide selection of restaurants and shopping.
The arena continues to host a variety of events, including, but not limited to, Horse Shows, Futurities, Youth Rodeo, Open Rodeo and High School Rodeo, Team Ropings, Barrel Racing, Clinics, ATV Racing , Equipment Shows and Private Parties! In addition to our regularly scheduled events, barrel racing, team roping, calf roping and polo practices are held in the evenings throughout the week. Flickerwood Arena not only produces a number of these events, but also is available for facility rentals. Check our schedule for facility availability and upcoming events.
Click for information on Flickerwood Farms
Pinecrest Azalea Gardens
Location: 799 Torre Lane,Oak Ridge, Mo
Phone: 573-979-1112
Hours: March, April, May-Daylight hours only.
Website: http://www.pinecrestazaleagardens.com/index.html
Email: lpenzel@yahoo.com
Come see our Azaleas, Rhododendrons & Holly, over 3000 plants. Prime flowers last week of April & first two weeks of May. Drive through or walk the paths, bring a lunch and your camera. Free Admission. No flowers for sale.
Trail of Tears State Park
Check the website at: http://www.mostateparks.com/trailoftears.htm target=blank
Information provided by Missouri State Parks.
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