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Restored to the one-room school that operated at Higgerson Landing on the Mississippi River in 1948, Higgerson School is a window to the educational practices that shaped and served rural America. Experience the typical school day of youngsters attending all eight grades in one room with one teacher.

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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


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


New Madrid Historical Museum

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 20

New Madrid, MO Museums

Things to do near New Madrid, MO

Hinton RV Park

RV sites, tent sites, electricity, toilets, shower, and ADA accessible....

Big Oak Tree State Park

A boardwalk allows visitors to walk alongside champion trees and amid the wetland. The interpretive center highlights the par...

Bootheel Golf Club

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 2 days...

Towosahgy State Historic Site

A 64-acre site preserving the remains of the once fortified ceremonial village inhabited by the Mississippian culture bound b...

Ste. Genevieve Museum

A museum of Ste. Genevieve artifacts established in 1935. ...