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
Celebrating Our Local Preservation Heroes for Historic Preservation Month in May
Joplin Historic Preservation Commission announces annual awards During Preservation Month in May, The commission gives out three awards — the Murphysburg Award, the Leslie Simpson Award and the Jeff and Carolina Neal Award.
Murphysburg Treasure Hunt
The Murphysburg Treasure Hunt is a race to solve riddles, uncover clues, and explore Joplin’s rich history.
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
