Murphysburg Residential Historic District
In 1992 the City of Joplin, Missouri, designated a portion of Sergeant Avenue as the “Murphysburg Residential Historic District.” The City expanded the district in 2004 to encompass Sergeant Avenue from First Street to Seventh Street, and Moffet Avenue from First Street to Fourth Street. In 2015 the Missouri Advisory Council on Historic Preservation voted to place Murphysburg Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Homes of Murphysburg
The Olivia Hotel and Apartments
320 South Moffet
1906, Arthur Bendelari
Late 19th/Early 20th Century Revival
Interior: Pompeian Style
Exterior: Doric columns
In the Spotlight
Ready for a History Treasure Hunt?? Test your skills and have fun with your team.
HMP celebrated Historic Preservation Month this May with a History Treasure Hunt! The hunt was inspired by Joshua Shackles book"The Explorer's Club"
HMP Mission: To promote, educate and preserve the integrity of historic properties throughout the Murphysburg District and Joplin.
HMP Vision: To
THE STORY OF EMMA SUE HILLS and MR. SWISS DRIVE-IN
Emma Sue Hills, who, along with her husband, co-owned and operated Mr. Swiss Drive-In from 1967 to 1987. Dorothy and Emma Sue were not famous. They were not civic activists or talented athletes, but they were successful business owners, managers, cooks, wives, and mothers who served people on “The Mother
THE STORY OF DOROTHY PECK AND MAC’S BAKERY
Dorothy Peck, who along with her husband, co-owned and operated Mac’s Bakery and Donuts from 1957 to 1984. The store was located at 701 West 7th Street on Route 66, which is also the gateway to the Murphysburg Historic District. At Mac’s you could enjoy a freshly made pie, cake,
News & Resources
2024 HMP Accomplishments
HISTORY---Because That’s What We Do “Celebrating the Architecture & History of the Houses in the Murphysburg Historic District” booklet (printed & electronic version) will be released around January 2025 and will feature 58 properties in the district. Conducted historical research for the new owner of the Cosgrove Building (former Spiva
Architectural Elements
Discover the array of architectural styles represented, including National Folk Forms, Queen Anne, and Revival styles that remain intact throughout the District.
In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day,
Historic Murphysburg Preservation honors Mr. Thomas Connor (1847-1907) and Patrick Murphy, Joplin’s most famous Irishmen. PATRICK MURPHY AND THOMAS CONNOR
