Battle of Lexington The "Battle of the Hemp Bales" was waged September 18, 19 and 20, 1861. Click on the link for more info on the Civil War battle that helped shape the history of Lexington, Missouri.
Antebellum Homes Lexington has more pre-Civil War homes and buildings than any other community regardless of size in the state of Missouri, over 120. Click link for more information.
Santa Fe Trail The trail of wagons on their way to Santa Fe, came through Lexington. Click on the link for more information.
Wentworth Military Academy Wentworth Military Academy was founded in 1880 by Stephen G. Wentworth, a Lexington banker. It is one of the oldest and most respected military shcools. Click on the link for more information.
Anderson House The 1853 house was used as a field hospital during the battle changing from North to South three times.
Madonna of the Trail The monument to pioneer women was presented to Lexington by the Daughters of the American Revolution in 1928 with then Judge Harry S. Truman presiding at the ceremony.
1830's Log House This original log house was used as a home or business by several of Lexington’s prominent early citizens and once was a tavern located on the Santa Fe Trail and overlooked the river front.
Lafayette County Courthouse Built in 1847-49 and the oldest courthouse in constant use west of the Mississippi. A Civil War cannonball embedded in the east column is a relic of the Confederate victory in the 1861 Battle of Lexington.
