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The New Madrid Historical Museum occupies the former Kendal Saloon, 1886. Exhibits reflect the culture of this ever changing river town from the Mississippian Indian period through the great earthquakes of 1811-1812, New Madrid's role in the Civil War and the early 20th century.

Attractions and Upcoming Events


Higgerson School Historic Site

Restored to the one-room school that operated at Higgerson Landing on the Mississippi River in 1948

New Madrid, MO Historic Schoolhouses

Hunter-Dawson Park

Nice shady park with a paved and lighted walking trail, new four baseball field complex, soccer, volleyball, playground equipment, gazebo and covered picnic/

New Madrid, MO Recreation

Mississippi River Observation Deck

Stroll down the 120 foot observation deck and view the one of a kind 20 mile long "Bessie Bend" of the Mississippi River. Enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the mighty Mississippi and see an interpretive exhibit on the Civil War Battle of Island No. 10

New Madrid, MO Natural Attractions


Things to do near New Madrid, MO

Millstream Gardens Conservation Area

St. Francois River flows through shut-ins to create the only whitewater in Missouri. Used by kayakers in spring. One-mile hik...

St. Louis Iron Mountain & Southern Railway

Antique steam and diesel train ride through rolling countryside. Enjoy James Gang robbery, magician, Bonnie and Clyde or dinn...

Twin Bridge Park

RV sites, tent sites, electricity, swimming, fishing, trails, toilets, shower, playground, and ADA accessible....

Red House Interpretive Center

The Interpretative Center is a museum focusing on the 1803 time period, the Mississippi River, the life and times of Louis Lo...

Dorena, MO - Hickman, KY Riverboat Toll Ferry

A unique opportunity to experience the wonder and beauty of the Mighty Mississippi. The toll ferry operates daily and year-ro...