Free Activities at Missouri State Parks and Historic Sites This August

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This August, Missouri's state parks and historic sites offer a variety of free activities for visitors of all ages. From stargazing and astronomy events to historical tours and interactive programs, there's something for everyone. Explore the petroglyphs at Washington State Park, learn about Missouri streams and aquatic life, or join a Toddler Thursday program at Mastodon State Historic Site. Don't miss the Celestial Showers: Perseid Meteor Shower Viewing Event or the Labor Day: A Look into Mining History event at Washington State Park.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Missouri Department of Natural Resources offers free activities at state parks and historic sites throughout August, including Dark Sky Wonders, Petroglyph Tours, and Stargazing events at Washington State Park.
  • The Celestial Showers: Perseid Meteor Shower Viewing Event at Washington State Park on August 9 features astronomy-related activities, including a telescope view of the meteor shower and celestial-themed games.
  • The Labor Day: A Look into Mining History event at Washington State Park on August 30 includes a Mining Minerals Display Table, a Furnace Field Trip, and Campfire, S'mores, and Mining Stories.
  • Toddler Thursdays at Mastodon State Historic Site, held on August 14 and 28, are designed for toddlers and their grown-ups and focus on different topics each session, including mushrooms and frogs.
  • Players in the Insect Orchestra at Washington State Park on August 16 features a craft program where visitors can create an instrument that mimics insect sounds.

Statistics:

  • 15 free activities are offered at Missouri state parks and historic sites throughout August, including Dark Sky Wonders, Petroglyph Tours, and Stargazing events.
  • The Celestial Showers: Perseid Meteor Shower Viewing Event at Washington State Park is expected to draw a large crowd, with astronomy-related activities and stem-themed games available.
  • The Labor Day: A Look into Mining History event at Washington State Park will feature a Mining Minerals Display Table with interactive mining displays and a Furnace Field Trip to the Murphy furnace site.

Sources:

  • Missouri Department of Natural Resources
  • Washington State Park
  • Mastodon State Historic Site