Washington: Titled the Corncob Pipe Capital of the World after Henry Tibbe and son began making corncob pipes in 1869. Below are 4 places to visit, each read on its own official or visitor-bureau page.Facts read October 30, 2026 from the pages linked beside each one. Hours and prices change; confirm before you drive. Region is our own county grouping.
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Why Go to Washington
- Titled the Corncob Pipe Capital of the World after Henry Tibbe and son began making corncob pipes in 1869. (visitwashmo.com)
- German settlement began in fall 1833 when twelve Catholic families arrived. (visitwashmo.com)
- Reached by Amtrak's Missouri River Runner, with a depot and visitor center. (visitwashmo.com)
- A riverfront shop is a designated Historical Stop on the Lewis and Clark Trail. (washmoonthego.com)
See and Do
| Place | What It Is | Hours or Price as Printed |
|---|---|---|
| Iron Spike Model Train Museum | Model train museum with a volunteer-built layout. | Wed-Thu 10-3, Fri 12-5, Sat 10-5, Sun 12-5, closed Mon-Tue; adult $10, child $6, family of four $25 |
| Washington Historical Society museum | Free two-floor museum of local history. | free; hours not stated |
| WashMO On the Go | Riverfront shop and snack stop with 70+ local vendors and Lewis and Clark info. | Mon-Tue 10-4, Wed-Sat 9-5, Sun 11:30-4; 1 Elbert Drive |
| The Alley | Entertainment center with VR, arcade, laser tag and self-pour taps. | Mon-Thu 11-11, Fri-Sat 11 a.m.-1 a.m., Sun 11-9; prices not stated |
A Little History
- On May 29, 1839 Lucinda Owens filed the plat that established the city. (visitwashmo.com)
- A bridge replaced ferries in 1936; John B. Busch founded a brewery in 1854; Franz Schwarzer began making zithers in 1866. (visitwashmo.com)
Getting There
- From I-44 take Exit 251 and go west on Hwy 100 for 10 miles; from I-70 take Exit 193 south on Hwy 47 for 25 miles. (visitwashmo.com)
- Amtrak runs daily from St. Louis and Kansas City to the depot; St. Louis is 50 minutes away; regional airport MO49 is general aviation. (visitwashmo.com)
Plan Your Visit
| Visitor Information | visitwashmo.com |
|---|---|
| Visitor Center Address | 301 W Front Street, Washington, MO 63090 |
| Drive Times | Missouri drive times |
| Events Nearby | St. Louis Area events |
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What We Could Not Verify
Not confirmed
- Population (Census 403)
- Corncob pipe factory page (403)
- Axe Depot (connection refused)
- Annual events (chamber calendar did not load)
- Visitor center phone
- Only four attractions confirmed on own pages
- Our region grouping is not an official designation.
Questions People Ask
What is Washington, Missouri known for?
Titled the Corncob Pipe Capital of the World after Henry Tibbe and son began making corncob pipes in 1869.
How do I get to Washington?
From I-44 take Exit 251 and go west on Hwy 100 for 10 miles; from I-70 take Exit 193 south on Hwy 47 for 25 miles.
Where can I find visitor information for Washington?
The visitor site we read is visitwashmo.com. The address it prints is 301 W Front Street, Washington, MO 63090.
What are the main things to see in Washington?
Iron Spike Model Train Museum, Washington Historical Society museum, WashMO On the Go, The Alley are the first four on the list above.
Sources
- visitwashmo.com, read October 30, 2026
- visitwashmo.com, read October 30, 2026
- visitwashmo.com, read October 30, 2026
- visitwashmo.com, read October 30, 2026
- visitwashmo.com, read October 30, 2026
- ironspike.org, read October 30, 2026
- washmohistorical.org, read October 30, 2026
- washmoalley.com, read October 30, 2026
- washmoonthego.com, read October 30, 2026
- web.washmochamber.org, read October 30, 2026
Checked October 30, 2026 by It’s Missouri. Cite this page: Washington, itsmissouri.com (https://itsmissouri.com/destinations/washington-missouri/), checked 2026-10-30. Free to quote with a link.