Mt. Vernon, Missouri
Upcoming Events in Mt. Vernon Missouri
- ERNTE FEST - Mt. Vernon
- Ozarks Berry Festival - Mt. Vernon
- Apple Butter Makin' Days - Mt. Vernon
- Village of Lights Festival - Mt. Vernon
- Fun Auction - Mt. Vernon
Many know that Harold Bell Wright's, "Shepherd of the Hills" was the most widely read book of fiction in the history of publishing! Few know, however, that many of the places, events, and characters are based on actual models. There really was an "old shepherd of Mutton Hollow,&
Mt. Vernon, MO Famous People
The beautiful, stately, historic church, known familiarly as Brick Church because of its 17-inch thick brick walls, stands solidly in a picturesque setting of prairie land.
The church, organized in 1854 was built in 1872 to last as a house of praise to the Lord. Today'
Mt. Vernon, MO Historic Churches
Built in 1900 of native limestone, this is the third courthouse on this site. A statue of Justice graces the top of this historic landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The first courthouse was built of wood in 1846
Mt. Vernon, MO Historic Courthouses
Mt. Vernon Chamber of Commerce operates an office and visitor center at the start of the Ozark Mountain Parkway (Route 265)
Mt. Vernon, MO Railroad HistoryGolfers in Aurora have the best of both worlds with a driving range and pro-shop with professional instruction available and ...