Callaway County, Missouri — Churchill Museum, Brick District & Countryside

Make a Weekend of It in Callaway County, Missouri

Some places are made for passing through. Callaway County, Missouri, gives you plenty of reasons to stay awhile.

Located in the heart of mid-Missouri, Fulton and Callaway County pair nationally significant history with scenic countryside, local flavors, outdoor adventures and the kind of small-town discoveries that can quickly fill a weekend.

Start in Fulton, where one of the 20th century’s most famous speeches put a Missouri college town on the world stage. At America’s National Churchill Museum, visitors can explore the life and legacy of Winston Churchill and the story behind his 1946 “Iron Curtain” speech at Westminster College. The museum sits beneath the Church of St. Mary the Virgin, Aldermanbury, a 17th-century Christopher Wren church that was carefully relocated from London and rebuilt in Fulton.

Just a few blocks away, trade world history for a leisurely stroll through Fulton’s historic Brick District. Brick-lined streets and beautiful architecture set the scene for an afternoon spent browsing locally owned boutiques, hunting for one-of-a-kind finds and stopping for something delicious along the way.

When you're ready for a change of scenery, head beyond downtown. Callaway County's rolling countryside is home to wineries where you can settle in with a glass and enjoy the view, along with parks, trails and natural areas made for slowing down. A portion of the Katy Trail State Park winds through southern Callaway County, offering another way to experience the area's landscape on foot or by bike.

And don't assume you've seen it all after one day. Around the county, you'll find everything from vintage automobiles and old-fashioned country stores to seasonal farm adventures, golf courses and unexpected roadside stops. There's always another reason to take the next turn.

Whether you're planning a couples getaway, a family weekend or simply searching for somewhere new to explore, Callaway County makes it easy to build a trip that's entirely your own.

Come for the history. Stay for the unexpected. And make a weekend of it in Callaway County.