Stark Caverns

Experience an evening of educational ideas at Stark Caverns. Educators and youth leaders, as you begin making your plans for the new school year, Stark Caverns wants to support your efforts by inviting you to experience our new education programs inside the cave. Join us on Tuesday, August 4 for an evening of refreshments and preview our learning options for students and youth groups. In cooperation with the Museum at Prariefire, an affiliate of the American Museum of Natural History, Stark Caverns has developed an exciting new curriculum that aligns with Missouri Learning Standards. Students will experience a series of learning stations with lessons in Social Studies, Science, and English Language Arts, designed with auditory, visual, and hands-on elements. Stark Caverns also offers opportunities for youth organizations to earn merits towards their individualized program goals. A few options include exploration, historical research, event planning, and even camping in the cave. Compli...

A New Adventure Based On The Caverns History With Moonshining! This summer, you are invited to play “Bootlegger’s Bequest”; a new Cave Escape Adventure at Stark Caverns ! Friday and Saturday evenings, the cave becomes an escape room where you and your friends can try your luck to find the clues, solve the puzzles, and unlock the secrets to beat the clock and escape the cave. “Cave Escape has been a fan favorite for the past few years here at Stark Caverns,” says Operations Manager, Chaz Jesiolowski. “With this new storyline, we’re tapping into the history of the cave, which was used by moonshiners in the late 1800s. We want to give players a chance to really immerse themselves into the story which is what makes escape rooms so much fun.” Escape rooms have grown in popularity over the past decade, but Stark Caverns is still unique as one of the only places to play inside an actual cave. Operational changes have been put in place this year amid current health concerns to create...

Educators are invited to enjoy an evening of refreshments and learning on Thursday, February 27. This free event will offer a preview of the new in-cave, hands-on learning program being unveiled this year for elementary and secondary school students at Stark Caverns. In cooperation with the Museum atPrariefire , an affiliate of the American Museum of Natural History , Stark Caverns has developed an exciting new curriculum that aligns with MissouriLearning Standards . Students will experience a series of learning stations with lessons in Social Studies, Science, and English Language Arts, designed with auditory, visual, and hands-on elements. Complimentary appetizers, wine, beer, and beverages will be served. Educators are welcome to stop in anytime between 4:30 pm and 7:30 pm and are encouraged to allow at least thirty minutes to enjoy the experience. Stark Caverns appreciates the investment that educators make in their students, so there is no cost to attend the event, al...

Looking for a way to wow your guests? Create an event they’ll always remember by inviting them to join you at Stark Caverns . Our multi-purpose room located above our Visitors Center is perfect for birthday parties, bridal showers, or group meetings. This open room features hardwood flooring and plenty of light. Tables and chairs can be easily configured for business, food or games. Perfect for hosting 10 - 50 guests. Waterways and gorgeous formations inside Stark Caverns create a unique setting for your event on the in-cave patio. This paved space allows you to host events for 25 - 120 guests. Historically, this space has been used for community gatherings including dances and weddings. Stark Caverns has a number of table and chair configurations for you to choose from. Options for beverages and catering are available, along with projection & screen equipment. Receive a discounted rate when you bundle your event with a group tour.   Getting a quote is...

A romantic stroll, delicious food, artisan wines & beers... Where can you celebrate Valentine’s Day with this combination of activities? Underground of course. Stark Caverns invites you to share an adventure as unique as your relationship with a one-of-a-kind pairing event on February 14, 2020. Local Chef Allen Plemmons has created a brand new menu of culinary creations crafted to complement selections from a number of regional wineries and breweries. His roasted pork loin with squash hash and apple balsamic will pair beautifully with the Peanut Butter Stout created by Lake of the Ozarks Brewing Company . Seven Springs Winery will showcase their locally grown & produced Dry Vignoles alongside Plemmons’ fall chutney and goat cheese crostini. A specialty spicy pork tostada has been created to work with the flavors of black currants and cherry in Canterbury Hill Winery ’s signature “Excalibur” . Camdenton, MO based Golden Rock Winery ’s Green Apple Gewurztraminer will acc...

Enjoy the sounds of the season performed by local musicians and choirs! The third annual Carols In The Caverns concert series will begin in December 2019. Musicians and choirs from around the region will perform holiday classics in the natural acoustics of Stark Caverns, located just 7 miles north of Bagnell Dam, outside of Eldon, MO. The popular event continues to grow, and while seating is limited, Stark Caverns is working to make it even easier to attend. Tickets purchased online will be assigned seating in order of purchase. The nominal ticket cost of $5 for ages 5 and older covers the overhead of the event, which is designed to showcase local talent. Performing this year are guitar soloist Michael Walton, Girl Scout Troop 71490 out of Eldon, the Girls Glee and Les Chanteurs high-school choirs of School of the Osage, and the Ninth Street Christian Church Choir. A complete schedule of events can be found online at www.StarkCaverns.com/carols-in-the-caverns . Attendees ...