Neosho was the Confederate Capitol of Missouri, when on October 18, 1861, in the old Masonic Building on the northeast corner of the square, the legislature passed the ordinance of secession separating Missouri from the Union.
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Neosho National Fish Hatchery
Established in 1888, the Neosho National Fish Hatchery is the oldest of 65 hatcheries operated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. It is one of the few fish hatcheries located inside the "city limits." The hatchery was located on a 12.36 acre tract of land purchased from Limuel Hearrell for $2
Neosho, MO Natural AttractionsHistoric Downtown
A large portion of downtown Neosho is listed as an historic district in the National Register of Historic Places, including the Second Baptist Church, built in the Victorian Gothic style of 1896. Neosho's history is well-documented
Neosho, MO Historic DowntownsNeosho Municipal Golf
Beautiful rolling hills and lush greens are the setting for Neosho's challenging 27-hole Municipal Golf Course. Golfers from the 4
Neosho, MO RecreationNeosho Walk of Fame
The Walk of Fame is a project to honor citizens of Newton County who have made significant contributions to society and achieved widespread recognition for their work. Of the four men, three (Thomas Hart Benton, George Washington Carver, and James Scott)
Neosho, MO Monuments