Photos of the 1903 Courthouse Museum (Pulaski County Museum) in Waynesville, Missouri
Know Before You Go
To make the most of your visit to the 1903 Courthouse Museum (Pulaski County Museum) in Waynesville, Missouri, here are some things to know before you go.
What is the 1903 Courthouse Museum?
The 1903 Courthouse Museum, also known as the Pulaski County Museum, is a local history museum housed inside the historic Pulaski County Courthouse in downtown Waynesville, Missouri. The museum preserves and interprets the history of Pulaski County, including Route 66, military history, local businesses, schools, and everyday life in the Missouri Ozarks.
Where is the 1903 Courthouse Museum located?
The museum is located at 415 Historic Route 66 West in Waynesville, Missouri, on the courthouse square in the heart of downtown. Pulaski County Museum occupies the historic courthouse building and is within walking distance of many of Waynesville’s Route 66 attractions.
What are the museum’s hours?
The museum is generally open seasonally for limited hours, on Saturdays from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, May through October. Group tours are available year-round by appointment.
Where can you park to visit the museum?
Plenty of street parking is available in downtown Waynesville, near more shopping, museums, murals, and restaurants.
Where to Stay Near the 1903 Courthouse Museum (Pulaski County Museum)
Complete your travel itinerary and get a good night’s rest on your road trip with a stay at one of these Missouri hotels near Route 66.
Wagon Wheel Motel
The Wagon Wheel Motel in Cuba, Missouri is the oldest continually operated motel on Route 66. This iconic motel has offered lodging to travelers since 1938 and is now fully restored.
The Manor House Inn
The Manor House Inn (formerly The Lenz HoMoTel and The Lenz Manor) was built in 1903. In 1932, it opened as a motel and continues serving travelers until 1975. In 2028 it was acquired by new owners who restored and updated the property, allowing them to open their doors to travelers once again.
