Pony Express Museum, St. Joseph

Name: Pony Express Museum
Address: 914 Penn St, St. Joseph, 64503-2544, United States
Telephone: +1 816-279-5059

#5 among attractions in St. Joseph

Top attraction, Museum, Specialty museum, History museum

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The Pony Express Museum is a transport museum in Saint Joseph, Missouri, documenting the history of the Pony Express, the first fast mail line across the North American continent from the Missouri River to the Pacific coast. The museum is housed in a surviving portion of the Pike's Peak Stables, from which westward-bound Pony Express riders set out on their journey. ()

Built: 1858 (167 years ago)Coordinates: 39°45'22"N, 94°50'55"W

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914 Penn StSt. Joseph 64503-2544 United States

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+1 816-279-5059

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Pony Express Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Phil Welch Stadium, Jesse James Home Museum, Patee House, Missouri Theater and Missouri Theater Building.

1.7 miSE
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~140 ftW
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Pony Express Stables, St. Joseph
1 min walk • The Pony Express Museum is a transport museum in Saint Joseph, Missouri, documenting the history of the Pony Express, the first fast mail line across the North American continent from the Missouri River to the Pacific coast.
~1740 ftN
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Pony Express Museum open?

Pony Express Museum is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 11 am - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Pony Express Museum?

Nearby attractions include Pony Express Stables, St. Joseph (1 min walk), Jesse James Home Museum, St. Joseph (5 min walk), Patee House, St. Joseph (6 min walk), Burnside-Sandusky Gothic House, St. Joseph (9 min walk).

How to get to Pony Express Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pony Express Museum:

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Downtown Transit Center (15 min walk)