Lake of the Ozarks Museums
There’s more to the Lake of the Ozarks than incredible eateries, a vibrant party atmosphere, and the freedom of the sea breeze. If you’re looking to expand your cultural horizons, perhaps you should experience one of the magnificent museums located on the Lake of the Ozarks. Each section of the Lake has its own museum full of that particular area’s history.
Three museums in particular were established to preserve the history of the Lake of the Ozarks --the Camden County Museum, the Miller County Museum, and the Morgan County Museum). They come with their own exhibits, collections, and artefacts all representing the rich history of Lake area. All of these artefacts and collections date back to a time long before the Bagnell Dam was constructed.
The Camden County Museum is located in Linn Creek. It was once a part of the Linn Creek School, and as such each room has been transported into a section of the museum with its own theme. Such themes include archives of the Lake of the Ozark, a weaving room (which showcases the rich weaving history of the Lake of the Ozarks --some of the woven rugs can be purchased right there), and exhibits that include tools, household furnishings of the ancient homes of the Lake area, and banking equipment. Visitors will also be treated to a community service room which hold the facilities of schools, doctors, dentists, and churches.
The Miller County Museum is located within the Anchor Mill building --another part of the Lake of the Ozarks illustrious history. There’s more to this museum than its role as a testament to the Lake of the Ozark’s history. The building itself serves as a testament to the Miller County people as a whole. It acts as a moment in time in the history of Missouri society, its indigenous roots, and even showcases some of the older accessories, crafts, schools, churches, and a little peek into the historic agriculture.
The Morgan County Historical Museum calls the Martin Hotel home. Twenty-eight of the rooms are dedicated to different themes regarding the Lake of the Ozark’s history. There are rooms specific to chapels, barbershops, and a particular room called the Miss Lucy room --Miss Lucy being the final surviving member of the Martin family.
If you’re interested in more than just the expansive history of the Lake of the Ozarks, you should make your way to Camdenton. The Orion Science Centre allows children and adults alike the opportunity to get hands on experience with some of the scientific advances particular to the Lake of the Ozarks. There is are space exhibits, compliments of the St. Louis Science Centre; the Clifford Wilson Archaeology Collection; the Bone Room, featuring a life size mould of Stan the T-Rex’s head; and the Paleo Lab fossil casting room.
There is no shortage of fun and fascination as regards the Lake of the Ozarks’ history. If you’re looking for a way to interact your mind as well as your eye, you should definitely consider taking in one of the many museums of the Lake.
