
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.
In the Spotlight

Woman’s History Month…Two Untold Stories
The investigation of the hidden history about Dora Kneeland and her connection to the beginning of Williams Chili Seasoning led to uncovering the fascinating true story of Mary Kirk Kelly.
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Mary Kirk Kelly: Joplin Junior College Teacher
Our investigations led us to uncover the story of Mary Kirk Kelly. She was a teacher at Joplin Junior College and was instrumental in starting United Nations Day in Joplin around 1961. After retirement, Mary Kirk gained a reputation as a legendary American ceramic artist!
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Walking Tours of the Historic Murphysburg District
Whether you’re a history buff getting your kicks on Route 66 or a connoisseur of architecture, there is something for everyone in the beautiful Murphysburg Residential Historic District.
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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
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News & Resources

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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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 Murphysburg Preservation News
Go here to look up current and past media releases, link to our most current newsletter, access previous issues, and access all information regarding HMP activities.
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