(From Historic Murphysburg Preservation, Inc.)
Historic Murphysburg Preservation, Inc. announces an exciting community event to celebrate Historic Preservation Month: The Murphysburg Treasure Hunt, a race to solve riddles, uncover clues, and explore Joplin’s rich history.
The event starts at 10:00
a.m. on Saturday, May 17, 2025---rain or shine---in the west parking lot of Joplin City Hall,
602 S. Main Street.
The event promises to take treasure seekers on an interactive
adventure through Joplin’s most iconic locations.
At the start of the event contestants will receive their first riddle to solve that will lead them
to a landmark in Joplin.
Once they arrive at the correct location, they will find a QR code.
Scanning the code will unlock their next clue that will take them further along the treasure
trail. The race continues until someone solves all the clues in the correct order and reaches
the final destination---thus claiming the $1,000 prize money!
“We wanted to create an event that brings people together and showcase the historic
treasures of our community,” said Paula Callihan, a representative of Historic Murphysburg
Preservation, Inc. “The Murphysburg Treasure Hunt is a fun way to explore Joplin’s past and
learn about our boomtown history.”
The hunt will feature historical sites throughout the city. Each one is tied to significant
events and unique stories from Joplin’s early days.
The treasure hunt is open to participants of all ages. The entry fee is $25 per person. All
registration proceeds will go directly to Historic Murphysburg Preservation, Inc. to support
its ongoing work in preserving Joplin’s historic architecture and cultural heritage.
Sponsored in part by Southwest Missouri Bank.
Register online at https://murphysburg.org. People can pay in person on May 17 starting at
9:00 a.m. in the west parking lot behind Joplin City Hall, 602 S. Main Street.
For more information, contact Paula Callihan at
Murphysburg@gmail.com.
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