Maries County, Administrative county in central Missouri, United States.
Maries County is an administrative county in central Missouri that includes forested areas, rivers, and farmland across gently rolling terrain. The landscape is characterized by waterways and mixed use of land for agriculture and natural vegetation.
The county was established in 1855 and named after the Maries and Little Maries rivers, which take their name from the French word 'marais' meaning marsh. This French origin reflects the early European exploration of the region.
Community life centers on farming traditions and local gatherings that bring residents together throughout the year. The way people organize county fairs and seasonal events shows how deeply agricultural practices shape daily life here.
The area is accessible via U.S. Route 63 and several state highways that connect to surrounding regions and towns. The main communities serve as good starting points for exploring different parts of the county.
The population is spread very thinly across the land, with forests and open spaces dominating the landscape. This means visitors find plenty of room to explore without feeling crowded or surrounded by development.
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Uranus Missouri
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Maramec Spring
42.2 km
Allgood–Bailey Stadium
28.3 km
Dauphine Hotel
44.6 km
Fort Wyman
29.9 km
Old Stagecoach Stop
46.1 km
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church and Rectory
38.7 km
St. Joseph Church
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Maries County Jail and Sheriff's House
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George B. Hamilton House
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Rolla Ranger Station Historic District
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Phelps County Courthouse
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Hotel Cuba
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Bonnots Mill Historic District
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Cuba City Jail
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Moreau Park Historic District
44.4 km
Pulaski County Courthouse
46.2 km
Cuba High School Annex
46.6 km
St. James Chapel
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John Manson Munro House
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Dr. Enoch T. and Amy Zewicki House
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Lewis and Elizabeth Bolton House
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Uptown Cuba Historic District
46.9 km
Cuba Lodge No. 312 A.F. and A.M.
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Dulle Farmstead Historic District
46.9 km
Uranus
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Maramec Iron Works
41.7 km
Devils Elbow Bridge
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