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Chasing Shadows: Experience the Total Eclipse

Chasing Shadows: Experience the Total Eclipse in Cuba Missouri In the heart of Missouri, nestled amidst picturesque landscapes and friendly communities, lies the charming town of Cuba.  With a big Midwestern sky, the anticipation builds for a breathtaking spectacle—a solar eclipse will occur on April 8, 2024. Residents and visitors alike are gearing up for

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Osage Trail Legacy Monument

Ancient Osage Trails of Route 66

The Osage traveled the Trail of Tears to southeast Kansas. By the time they negotiated the treaty of 1865 to purchase land in Oklahoma, the journey had reduced the population of the tribe by over 95 percent.

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What’s New in Cuba MO

Spring in Cuba MO – With a New Year, comes the promise of a great tomorrow. Why not start planning?  Here in Cuba, Missouri, we have a great line-up all year. From festivals to cruise-ins, Crawford County is preparing to show you a good time! Did you know Cuba Missouri is a four-season get-a-way for

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Christmas in Cuba

Come to Cuba MO for brilliant holiday light displays the whole family can enjoy. Don’t miss our parade the first Saturday in December. Come for the lights, stay for the cocoa!

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Geocaching in Crawford County MO

Geocaching is the fastest growing outdoor activity in the world. And the best part, it’s FREE! Find treasure left by fellow geocachers in parks, roadside rests, and area attractions. Watch out for Muggles!

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Frisco Train

5 Selfie Stops in Cuba MO

Looking for the best selfies spots? You gotta go to Cuba MO! Wait till you see the Instagram fodder just waiting for you to be part of it…We’ve got Deadpool, Frisco Train, Robert Wadlow and his shoes…and much more.

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10 Things To Do in Cuba Missouri

Cuba Missouri is a great place for a day trip, long weekend, or a week-long vacation. We’ve got plenty of activities to keep the whole family busy. Travelers can access Route 66, museums, parks, rivers, and wineries! See why they call Cuba the Route 66 Mural City. Every corner is Instagram-worthy!

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Visiting Cuba Missouri

Rolling west from Leasburg on Route 66 the old highway follows the gentle roll of the Ozark Mountains, courses through forests, and past Belmont Vineyard with its event center and restaurant perched high on a hill with a commanding view of the valley. Even though I-44 can often be seen through the trees, there is

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How did Cuba get its name?

How Did Cuba Get Its Name? Prior to the founding of Cuba, George Jamison operated a store and post office, named after his wife Amanda, just west of what would later become a new town. In December of 1857, surveyors Trask and Ferguson laid out a new town just to the east of Amanda. The

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