Precious Moments Park and Chapel, Amusement park in Carthage, United States
Precious Moments Park is an amusement park in Carthage featuring landscaped gardens, sculptures, and a chapel whose walls are adorned with religious artwork. The grounds blend outdoor spaces with artistic installations to create a themed visitor environment centered on spiritual narratives.
The site originated in 1989 as the private vision of an American artist with religious roots. The artistic development demanded intensive hands-on work to bring the visual concepts to completion.
The chapel displays biblical scenes through colorful murals featuring characteristic big-eyed child figures, which present religious stories in a playful visual language. Visitors experience a direct connection between faith and artistic expression through this unconventional approach to depicting sacred narratives.
The park grounds are accessible from Interstate 44 and designed for easy walking. Visitors should plan for several hours to see everything and wear comfortable shoes from the start of their visit.
The chapel interior was painted by a single artist over many years, with every figure and scene executed by hand. This labor-intensive personal creative effort makes the space a rare example of sustained artistic dedication.
Location: Carthage
Inception: 1989
Address: 4321 S Chapel Rd, Carthage, MO 64836, USA
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:30-16:00
Phone: +18005437975
Website: http://preciousmoments.com/park-chapel
GPS coordinates: 37.11184,-94.34529
Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:01
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