
We have listed some useful arts and entertainment information below for planning weekend getaways near St. Louis, MO and tourism in the Fulton, Missouri area.
Mildred
Cox Art Gallery
The Mildred M. Cox Gallery at William Woods University is a teaching-oriented facility. It provides students, faculty, and visiting artists with opportunities to share ideas and promote artistic dialogue. The Gallery provides quality experiences for viewing and learning about art to the mid-Missouri community and visitors to the University. Our mission includes providing a professional environment for established and emerging artists who wish to exhibit their work. The Cox Gallery is free and has 2,500 square feet of floor space, approximately 200 running linear feet of wall space, and state-of-the-art lighting.
Gallery hours are 9 am to 4 pm. Monday through Friday and 1 pm to 4 pm. Saturday and Sunday.
The monthly exhibit schedule is posted on the William
Woods University Web site.
Westminster
Art Gallery
The Winston Churchill Museum Art Gallery hosts traveling exhibits. One
of those exhibits is the Watercolor Missouri National held in April
and May. For current exhibit information, call 573-592-5369
Outdoor Public Mural “A Visual Glimpse of Callaway County”
This 15’ by 96’ outdoor mural depicting both contemporary
and historical images of Callaway County can be seen at the corner of
Bluff Street and St. Louis Avenue in Fulton, MO. It is on the south
side of The Movie Gallery building. The mural was a community effort
completed in November of 2006 designed by William Woods Professor Jane
Mudd.
Lighthouse
Theater
The Hazel Kinder’s Lighthouse Theater, on I-70, at Exit #137
573-474-4040
Hazel Kinder’s Lighthouse Theater, a bright light of family entertainment has been shining in Columbia since Nov 11, 2005: Featuring national, regional, and local artists with a wide variety of musical tastes. From Bluegrass, Country, Gospel, and Oldies Rock music concerts to magic shows with clowns to Bluegrass Festivals, Hazel Kinder’s Lighthouse Theater strives to bring great entertainment to central Missouri. This state-of-the-art theater with its cutting edge technology is also available for rent. For more information, call 573-474-4040.
Callaway
Arts Council
Our goal is to preserve a piece of Missouri heritage through the preservation
of our historic B&B Theater by turning it into a performing arts
center. We are currently hosting arts events there and elsewhere throughout
the community. For more information, call 642-4222.
Fulton
Cinema 8
Enjoy a family arcade, concession stand, stadium seating, Dolby Sound, and wall-to-wall screens. Hearing impaired listening devices are available. This is a handicap-accessible facility. Box Office opens approximately 30 minutes prior to the day’s first scheduled show time. Ticket prices are $8.00 regular admission, $6.50 matinee, $5.50 group tickets, $6.50 seniors, $6.50 children and students. For movie information, call 573-642-2122. Located at 521 Commons Drive, Fulton, MO. www.bbtheatres.com
Battlecreek
Paintball and Resort
Largest paintball facility in mid-Missouri with five large woodland
fields.
Located within Crooked Creek Campground with RV and tent camping. Private
parties available. Inclusive rental packages are available. We offer
open play where you join in with whoever shows up to play or memberships.
Open play hours:
Saturday: 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday: Noon - 5 pm
Noon-5pm during the winter on both days.
3643 County Road 221, Kingdom City, MO
573-642-7246 or Toll free: 877-207-0829
Murder
Mysteries
Have you been "dying" to get away? Turn your boring weekend
into a real "KILLER!" Why not join us for some mystery and
fun at our B&B in historic Fulton, MO! Gather some friends or meet
new friends while enjoying an interactive murder mystery along with
excellent food and accommodations.
573-642-9229
www.LoganberryInn.com
Fulton
Bowling Center
Fulton Bowling Center is a 16 lane state-of-the-art facility. It is smoke free.
Leagues are available.
Hours: Monday-Thursday Noon - Midnight
Friday-Saturday Noon -1 am
Sunday Noon -10 pm
Rock ‘n Bowl Friday 10 pm
Saturday 7:30 pm and 10 pm
530 Commons Drive, Fulton, MO 573-592-1000