Enable Location

We need your location to show you interesting places around you

Discover nearby places

Find interesting locations and hidden gems around you

Precise directions

Get accurate directions and distances to places

Your location is never shared with other users. It's only used when you tap the location button.

Adair County

Log in to your account

Start exploring — it's free

Trusted by 61,364 travelers worldwide

Continue with Google
Continue with Apple
or

We will send you a code to connect

By continuing, you accept our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy

Check your inbox

We've sent a pincode in your inbox. Please enter the code below.

Adair County, County in northeastern Missouri, US

Description

Adair County is an administrative division in northeastern Missouri with Kirksville as its seat of government. The region consists of rural areas and small towns spread across its territory.

History

The county was founded in 1841 and named after John Adair, the eighth Governor of Kentucky. This naming reflects the early settlement period and connections to Eastern political figures.

Culture

Truman State University and A.T. Still University in Kirksville shape daily life through student activities and academic events. The universities bring young people to the area and create a learning-focused community.

Practical

Spring through fall offers the most comfortable visiting conditions with mild weather and clear roads. Winter months can bring snow and ice that make driving more challenging.

Did you know?

A major power transmission project brings new infrastructure through the county to modernize the electrical grid. These improvements reflect regional efforts to update energy systems across northern Missouri.

Location
Inception
January 29, 1841
Capital city
Kirksville
Shares border with
Schuyler County, Macon County, Scotland County, Knox County, Putnam County, Sullivan County, Linn County
GPS coordinates
40.19000,-92.60000
Latest update
December 7, 2025 19:28

AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Missouri).

Around this place
Walt Disney Hometown Museum
United States of America

Walt Disney Hometown Museum

60.5 km
Thousand Hills State Park
United States of America

Thousand Hills State Park

3.5 km
Capt. Thomas C. Harris House
United States of America

Capt. Thomas C. Harris House

2.3 km
Wardell House
United States of America

Wardell House

50.9 km
Bear Creek Baptist Church
United States of America

Bear Creek Baptist Church

6.1 km
St. Mary's Church
United States of America

St. Mary's Church

20.4 km
Masonic Temple
United States of America

Masonic Temple

1.7 km
Trinity Episcopal Church
United States of America

Trinity Episcopal Church

1.9 km
West Grove United Methodist Church
United States of America

West Grove United Methodist Church

59.7 km
Edina Double Square Historic District
United States of America

Edina Double Square Historic District

36.4 km
Henderson Hall
United States of America

Henderson Hall

60.7 km
Journal Printing Company Building
United States of America

Journal Printing Company Building

1.4 km
Kirksville Courthouse Square Historic District
United States of America

Kirksville Courthouse Square Historic District

1.5 km
Macon County Courthouse and Annex
United States of America

Macon County Courthouse and Annex

51 km
Adair County Courthouse
United States of America

Adair County Courthouse

1.5 km
Downing House
United States of America

Downing House

46.9 km
Cabins Historic District
United States of America

Cabins Historic District

7.6 km
William P. Hall House
United States of America

William P. Hall House

37.6 km
Porter Hall
United States of America

Porter Hall

64.2 km
Dr. E. Sanborn Smith House
United States of America

Dr. E. Sanborn Smith House

1.5 km
Orie J. Smith Black and White Stock Farm Historic District
United States of America

Orie J. Smith Black and White Stock Farm Historic District

5.3 km
Russell Octagon House
United States of America

Russell Octagon House

59.1 km
Sturdivant-Sawyer House
United States of America

Sturdivant-Sawyer House

64.2 km
Unionville Square Historic District
United States of America

Unionville Square Historic District

46.7 km
Depot Inn & Suites
United States of America

Depot Inn & Suites

19.7 km
Long Branch State Park
United States of America

Long Branch State Park

47 km
Linn County Courthouse
United States of America

Linn County Courthouse

61 km
Thousand Hills State Park Petroglyphs Archeological Site
United States of America

Thousand Hills State Park Petroglyphs Archeological Site

3.5 km
Show the full map
Administrative divisions
« Adair County - County in northeastern Missouri, US » is provided by Around Us (aroundus.com). Images and texts are derived from Wikimedia project under a Creative Commons license. You are allowed to copy, distribute, and modify copies of this page, under the conditions set by the license, as long as this note is clearly visible.

Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!

From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.

Around Us App Screenshot

A unique approach to discovering new places

Le Figaro

All the places worth exploring

France Info

A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks

20 Minutes

Around Us
Travel Guide & Maps
Download

Send to your phone

QR Code
1

Open the camera app on your mobile.

2

Point at the QR code with your camera. A notification will appear.

3

Tap the notification to open the link.