Joplin Audio Tour: Echoes and Icons of West Joplin’s Golden Age

Schedule

Wed, 29 Oct, 2025 at 12:00 pm to Tue, 25 Nov, 2025 at 12:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

Olivia Apartments | Joplin, MO

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Self-guided audio tour of Joplin. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.
About this Event
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Above photo: AbeEzekowitz, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

 



Embark on the Joplin Audio Tour: Echoes and Icons of West Joplin’s Golden Age

A near-perfect small-town façade hides the echoes of fierce trials and silent schemes beneath Joplin’s historic skyline. Uncover the city’s restless heart with this self-guided audio tour, where each turn reveals secrets that most visitors never hear.

What courtroom drama inside the Durward G. Hall Federal Building changed local law for decades? Why did a midnight visitor slip unnoticed through the silent stacks of the Joplin Public Library? And how did the Newman Brothers Building become the center of a scandalous business rivalry that still whispers through its brick walls?

Move deeper into Joplin with every step. Trace power plays, lost ambitions, and bold dreams etched into marble and stone. Watch the city’s forgotten moments flicker back to life as you journey across intersections where history changed course.

Begin the unraveling. The hidden layers of Joplin are waiting just beyond the surface.


 


🗺️ Tour Details
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  • Duration: 1 hour 2 minutes
  • Distance: Around 2.1 km (1.3 miles)
  • Audio Content: up to 33min
  • Stops: 13 captivating landmarks including Joplin Public Library, Elks Club Lodge No. 501, Durward G. Hall Federal Building and United States Courthouse

Experience the charm of West Joplin like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.


 


🎒 What's Included

  • Professionally narrated audio stories bringing West Joplin's history to life
  • Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  • Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  • Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience

 


ℹ️ Important Info

  • This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  • You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  • You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  • The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  • Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!

 


📲 Getting Started is Easy!

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Joplin on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.


 


👥 Who's It For?

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.


 


🎧 What is AllTours?
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AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!


With AllTours, you'll experience:



  • Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  • Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  • Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  • Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  • Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.


 


📍 Tour Stops

You will visit the following locations:


  • 🎨  Olivia Apartments (3min)
  • 🏰  Murphysburg Historic District (4min)
  • ⛪  Scottish Rite Cathedral (Joplin, Missouri) (4min)
  • 🎵  Elks Club Lodge No. 501 (3min)
  • ⚔️  Durward G. Hall Federal Building and United States Courthouse (4min)
  • 📍  Joplin Supply Company (2min)
  • 🎨  Gentry Apartments (2min)
  • 🏛️  Joplin and Wall Avenues Historic District (4min)
  • 🏛️  South Main Street Historic District (Joplin, Missouri) (3min)
  • 🍺  Joplin Public Library (2min)
  • 🏛️  Joplin Downtown Historic District (3min)
  • 🏢  St. Louis and San Francisco Railroad Building (Joplin, Missouri) (3min)
  • 🏢  Newman Brothers Building (3min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.


 


Event Photos

Above photo: AbeEzekowitz, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

 


Event Photos

Above photo: AbeEzekowitz, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

 


Event Photos

Above photo: AbeEzekowitz, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

 


Event Photos

Above photo: AbeEzekowitz, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

 


Event Photos

Above photo: AbeEzekowitz, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

 


 


🌍 Available Languages

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:



🇬🇧 English  • 
🇫🇷 French  • 
🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
🇷🇺 Russian  • 
🇯🇵 Japanese  • 
🇨🇳 Chinese  • 
🇳🇱 Dutch  • 
🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  • 
🇸🇦 Arabic  • 
🇰🇷 Korean  • 
🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
🇩🇰 Danish  • 
🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
🇵🇱 Polish  • 
🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
🇪🇹 Amharic  • 
🇦🇲 Armenian  • 
🇧🇩 Bengali  • 
🇧🇦 Bosnian  • 
🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 
🇲🇲 Burmese  • 
🇪🇸 Catalan  • 
🇭🇷 Croatian  • 
🇪🇪 Estonian  • 
🇬🇪 Georgian  • 
🇮🇳 Gujarati  • 
🇮🇸 Icelandic  • 
🇮🇩 Indonesian  • 
🇮🇳 Kannada  • 
🇰🇿 Kazakh  • 
🇱🇻 Latvian  • 
🇱🇹 Lithuanian  • 
🇲🇰 Macedonian  • 
🇲🇾 Malay  • 
🇮🇳 Malayalam  • 
🇮🇳 Marathi  • 
🇲🇳 Mongolian  • 
🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 
🇮🇷 Persian  • 
🇮🇳 Punjabi  • 
🇷🇴 Romanian  • 
🇷🇸 Serbian  • 
🇸🇰 Slovak  • 
🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 
🇸🇴 Somali  • 
🇰🇪 Swahili  • 
🇵🇭 Tagalog  • 
🇮🇳 Tamil  • 
🇮🇳 Telugu  • 
🇹🇭 Thai  • 
🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 
🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese


 


🎉 Congratulations on reading this far! You've earned yourself a little treat. Use code ILOVEAUDIOTOURS at checkout for 10% off your tour. Because who doesn't love a good discount for being thorough? 😉


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