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Welcome to Barry County, Missouri! This article will tell you about some really special places here. These places are so important that they are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This is like a special list kept by the United States government. It helps protect buildings, sites, and areas that have a lot of history or are very unique.

In Barry County, Missouri, there are 16 different places that have made it onto this important list. These places are spread across the county, and each one tells a part of its story. You can even find their exact locations on a map using their special coordinates!


Exploring Barry County's Historic Places

The National Register of Historic Places includes all sorts of cool spots. Some are old buildings, some are entire neighborhoods, and others are ancient sites where people lived long ago. Each one helps us understand the past better.

Special Places in Roaring River State Park

Roaring River State Park is a beautiful place, and it's home to many historic spots! These places were often built a long time ago by people working to improve the park.

  • Camp Smokey/Company 1713 Historic District
    • Located near Cassville, this area was added to the list in 1985. It shows how people worked together to build parts of the park.
  • Roaring River State Park Bath House
    • Also near Cassville, this bath house was listed in 1985. It's an example of the kind of buildings made for visitors to enjoy the park.
  • Roaring River State Park Dam/Spillway
    • This important structure, listed in 1985, helps control the water in the park. It's a key part of the park's design.
  • Roaring River State Park Deer Leap Trail
    • This trail, added in 1985, is more than just a path. It's a historic part of the park's early development for visitors.
  • Roaring River State Park Honeymoon Cabin
    • Listed in 1985, this cabin near Cassville was a special place for newlyweds visiting the park.
  • Roaring River State Park Hotel
    • The park's hotel, also listed in 1985, provided a place for many visitors to stay and enjoy nature.
  • Roaring River State Park Shelter Kitchen No. 2 and Rest Room
    • This building, listed in 1985, shows the facilities that were built to make the park comfortable for everyone.

Historic Buildings and Districts in Cities

Many towns in Barry County have historic places that show how they grew and changed over time.

  • Cassville Ranger Station Historic District
    • Located in Cassville, this district was added to the list in 2003. It includes buildings used by park rangers to manage the area.
  • Downtown Monett Historic District
    • This area in Monett was listed in 2014. It includes parts of Broadway and Bond streets, showing the historic heart of the city.
  • Waldensian Church and Cemetery of Stone Prairie
    • Near Monett, this church and cemetery were listed in 1985. They tell the story of a unique community that settled in the area.
  • Wheaton Missouri and North Arkansas Railroad Depot
    • Located in Wheaton, this old train station was listed in 2000. It reminds us of a time when trains were super important for travel and trade.

Important Historic Homes

Some individual houses are so special they get their own spot on the list!

  • David W. Courdin House
    • This house, located southeast of Monett, was listed in 1971. It's an important example of historic homes in the region.

Ancient and Archeological Sites

Barry County also has places that tell us about people who lived here thousands of years ago!

  • Natural Bridge Archeological Site
    • This site is near Cassville and was listed in 1972. It's a place where scientists can learn about ancient cultures. The exact location is kept secret to protect it.
  • Southwest Missouri Prehistoric Rock Shelter and Cave Sites Discontiguous Archeological District
    • This large district, listed in 1991, includes several rock shelters and caves near Cato. One important part is Rockhouse Cave, where ancient people found shelter. These sites help us understand early human life in Missouri.

Historic Rural Communities

Even small, quiet areas can hold big historical importance.

  • Tom Town Historic District
    • This district, south of Pleasant Ridge, was listed in 1989. It represents a historic rural community in Barry County.
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