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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…

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Happy 151 Birthday Joplin!

JOPLIN IS BORN MARCH 23, 1873!

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2021 Marked the 150th Anniversary of Murphysburg

HMP hosted an event on Saturday, September 11, 2021, to commemorate the 150th year anniversary of the incorporation of the town of Murphysburg.

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Historic HomeAustin Allen DesignsBuilding

The Olivia Hotel and Apartments

320 South Moffet 1906, Arthur Bendelari Late 19th/Early 20th Century Revival Interior: Pompeian Style Exterior: Doric columns

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