The story of Murphysburg is an important part of Joplin’s history and we hope to provide a place for people of all ages to enjoy learning those stories. In this section of the website we will share some of the area’s rich history though stories about the homes and people who have lived in them, important historical documents, and other valuable resources.
The Skirmish at Rader’s Farm
A Reassessment by Larry Wood
Camp Jackson, May 20th, 1863 Colonel Williams, Honored Sir,
I hav five of your Solgers prisoners, three Whight and two Black men. The whight men I propose exchanging with you if you hav Eny of my men or ...
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 ...
To Recognize International Holocaust Remembrance Day – January 27, 2024
HMP is honored to present the true story of two Jewish brothers that survived Nazi terrorism in Berlin, Germany during World War II and found a new life at 204 South Jackson Avenue in Joplin ...
The Tale of Joplin’s Two United Service Organizations (USO) during World War II
The multi-level building at 306-312 South Wall Avenue borders the Historic Murphysburg Residential District on the east side of Pearl. During World War II, the building housed the United Service Organization (USO) offices and recreation center. ...