Welcome To The
Charleston Chamber Of Commerce & Tourism

Our About Us

The Charleston Chamber of Commerce & Tourism is a 501(c)(6) organization dedicated to promoting and supporting the economic vitality and tourism of Charleston, Missouri. As a nonprofit business league, we work to enhance the prosperity of our members and the community by advocating for local businesses, providing networking opportunities, and fostering a welcoming environment for visitors. Our mission is to unite the business community, promote sustainable growth, and highlight the unique cultural and historical attractions that make Charleston a great place to live, work, and visit.

Discover Charleston

Explore the picturesque landscapes, stroll through our historic downtown, and experience the warm hospitality that makes Charleston unique. From our annual Dogwood-Azalea Festival to the serene beauty of our parks and trails, there’s something for everyone.

Business & Community

For business owners, the Chamber is your resource for growth and networking. We provide support, advocacy, and opportunities to help your business thrive. Join us in building a prosperous future for Charleston, where local businesses and the community grow together.

Visit & Enjoy

Plan your visit to Charleston and discover a place where old-world charm meets modern convenience. Enjoy our local eateries, unique shops, and cultural events that reflect the spirit and tradition of our community.

Things to do and places to see in and around Charleston, Missouri

A BEAUTIFUL DOGWOOD IN FULL BLOOM
Join us each year in April when our dogwoods and azaleas are at peak bloom. The Dogwood-Azalea Festival is a feast for the senses!
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LOCUST PLACE A PRIVATE RESIDENCE IN CHARLESTON
There are more than 200 historic homes in Charleston. They are surrounded by 50 year old dogwoods, azaleas and older oaks, maples, pecans, and walnuts that form a canopy over the streets. The home pictured here was built in 1900 as a wedding gift for Mrs. and Mrs. Paul Byrd Moore from their parents. The home was designed by St. Louis architect J. B. Legg.
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MISSISSIPPI COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY HOME
Mississippi County Historical Society, known as the "Joseph Hunter Moore Home," was built in 1899. This lovely Victorian home remains one of the county's loveliest links to the past It provides a permanent showcase for displays of period furnishings, some original to the house, vintage clothing, documents and articles from county residents and government, Civil War memorabilia as well as pottery and artifacts of early area Mississippian Indian culture.
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THE LEWIS AND CLARK EXPEDITION
The Lewis and Clark Bicentennial Visitors Center is located at Whipple Park in Charleston. This site features a black granite map, flags, and large mural paintings based on Meriwether Lewis' journal while camped at the confluence of the Ohio and Mississippi rivers in 1803.
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TRANQUALITY ON DELANEY LAKE
Robert G. Delaney Lake, located approximately one mile north of Charleston, is a beautiful 110 acre lake offering year-round catfish, crappie, bass, and bream fishing.
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THE BOARDWALK IN BIG OAK TREE
Flood plains covered with giant trees that once greeted early explorers to the "Bootheel" region of the state have been preserved in Big Oak Tree State Park. Trees within the park are unsurpassed in the state for size, with six qualifying as state champions of their species, and two registered as national champions. Beneath the canopy lies a luxurious undergrowth of woody vines that flourish in the swampy land. Large baldcypress trees with their unique "knees" make their home in the park's cypress swamp, the only one of its kind in the state park system.
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BOARDING THE DORENA-HICKMAN TOLL FERRY
The Dorena-Hickman Toll Ferry is one of the few remaining riverboat ferries in the United States, and is the only operating ferry crossing the Mississippi River between Missouri and Kentucky. Ride the Dorena-Hickman Toll Ferry and take advantage of this unique opportunity to experience the wonder and beauty of the mighty Mississippi and America's Heartland, an area rich in heritage and natural beauty.
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110 South Main Street | Charleston, MO 63834

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chamber@charlestonmo.org

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(573) 683-6509

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