EUREKA SPRINGS became popular in 1879 after Dr. Jackson revealed the source of his famous "Dr. Jackson's Eyewater" and advised his good friend, Judge L.B. Saunders of Berryville to try the springs to heal a bad case of skin disease. It worked!!! The positive results gained from the springs spread and EUREKA SPRINGS became a resort almost overnight.

The springs at EUREKA SPRINGS brought in tourists as well as people with health afflictions with the result that profitable businesses of hotels, saloons, bathhouses, dry goods stores, groceries and liveries sprang up. The attraction of the springs also brought the investors and the railroad. At the turn of the century the nation began to develop nostalgia for a more wholesome type of life. EUREKA SPRINGS became a perfect environment for artists, writers, and country themes.

Today EUREKA SPRINGS is a delightful mix of nostalgic charm and modern convenience. Romance and luxury beckon couples for romantic getaways, weddings and engagements in "The Stair Step City". EUREKA SPRINGS has just what you are looking for in lodging choices ranging from a premier Victorian home, quaint Bed and Breakfast, modern Jacuzzi Suite, or motel. Be sure and set aside at least ½ of a day to explore all of the quaint shops full of unique items from retail to personally hand crafted.

While in EUREKA SPRINGS you owe it to yourself to go through at least one of the several excellent museums available ranging from Music, Money Mint, Bible, Art to Education. Or take one of their affordable and interesting tours. An unusual and interesting one is the Ghost Tour. You can choose to tour either the Haunted Crescent Hotel or EUREKA SPRINGS cemetery.

Two of the most popular attractions in EUREKA SPRINGS today are the Great Passion Play and the Christ of the Ozarks statue. The Passion Play is perfomed in an outdoor theater live April 26th - October 26th. The Christ of the Ozarks Statue which stands 7 stories high and can be visited free year round.

EUREKA SPRINGS is a wonderful scenic hour drive south of Branson and rewards your trip with unique shops, great Victorian architecture, excellent museums, romantic getaways, fun entertainment and delicious restaurants.

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