In October 1908, presidential nominee William Howard Taft made a campaign stop in Warrenton, drawing a large crowd from the town and nearby communities. He spoke briefly from his train, leaving a lasting impression on the local residents that affected the election outcome.
Come visit Warrenton and the beautiful Schowengerdt House as part of the Fall Festival. Tours will be available of the Schowengerdt House beginning at one, two and three pm. Tickets are $10.00 for adults. 12 and under free.
Artists in 6-12th grade from Black Hawk Middle School and Warrenton and Wright City High Schools will be featured.
For decades Warrenton and Truesdale sparred over the placement of a train depot that united only after the Civil War destroyed every depot around.
Find free and low-cost things to do, see, and explore around Warren County, Warrenton, and Wright City, Missouri.
A special ceremony honoring veterans and responders followed by a reception is being held on September 11.
Get an early look at the Warren County Fair, its exciting horse races, and more share your memories of the fair.
You’ve never seen Warrenton like this. Take a virtual walk through town across the past 200 years with speaker Gene Cornell.