This project is being developed in collaboration with Stone County residents, local, regional and national historians, genealogists...

In 2023, the Historical Society and Museum, with many fundraising activities and donations, purchased the historic building at 117 Main...

As the legend goes the Delaware Indians were mining silver. For years, folks have circulated the Southwest Missouri legend of the Yocum...

 Thanks to the community for a successful fundraising weekend for the Stone County Historical Museum, a nonprofit 501(c)(3).

Crane Creek probably was chosen because of the railroad being the main form of transportation in the 1800s.

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There are simply not enough words to express the appreciation for all her service hours and financial contributions...

Volunteering encourages civic responsibility and community service. Volunteerism is an investment to our community and the people who...

Women's suffrage in Missouri started in earnest after the Civil War in 1867, when one of the first women's suffrage groups...

You are invited to stop by the Stone County Historical Museum and research the many hamlets that are too numerous to mention, and for more..

Stone County was officially formed in February of 1851 out of parts of Taney County. It was named after William Stone...

Stop by and browse our book nook. You will find Stone County History Books I, II and III, along with pictorial books.

BY BARBARA BOOTH The Stone County Historical Genealogical Society and Museum is featuring Hurley, Missouri this week. In the early 1800s...

Due to the number of blue cranes making their home along the stream, they should name the post office Crane.

There is a difference of opinion as to how the town became known as Elsey. 

For more in-depth history, visit the Stone County Historical Museum at Crane – located on the left side, lower end of Main Street. 

Galena, seat of Justice for Stone County, Missouri, lies 1,016 feet above sea level on James River. 

At one time Reeds Spring was considered the leading tie center of the United States.

The Stone County Historical Genealogical Society and Museum take you on a trip to Akers Corner, Lakeview and now Branson West.