Lexington Attractions
Lexington was founded in 1822 by settlers from Lexington, KY. It is located overlooking the Missouri River and developed into a booming river port in the mid-19th century. It was the site of a three day battle during the Civil War.
Battle of Lexington State Historic Site
The Battle of Lexington, called the Battle of the Hemp Bales, took place over a three-day period in 1861. The breastworks of the Union fortifications are still visible as well as original earthworks and trenches.
Lexington Historical Museum
The Lexington Historical Museum features exhibits on the Santa Fe Trail, Pony Express, and Battle of Lexington in this 1846 building.
Oliver Anderson House
Built in 1853, by Oliver Anderson who co-founded the firm of Anderson and Jackson, a successful hemp and cotton manufacturing factory. The house was built in the Greek Revival style and has many interesting features including cast-iron Corinthian columns supporting the front porch, and cast iron lintels over the windows.
Hours
March 1 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 |
November 1 to February 28
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 11:30 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
