Nathan and Olive Boone Homestead State Historic Site
🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆 Missouri History — Home of Nathan Boone — son of legendary frontiersman Daniel Boone! Nathan was a U.S. Army officer and the last surviving child of Daniel Boone. The limestone house dates to 1837.
Visitor Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Missouri |
| Entry Fee | Free admission! |
About Boone Homestead
Nathan and Olive Boone Homestead State Historic Site in Greene County preserves the home of Daniel Boone’s youngest son — who served as an Army officer, surveyor, and frontier settler in Missouri. Nathan Boone fought in the War of 1812 and spent decades on the western frontier. The stone homestead represents the second generation of Boone family frontier expansion — from Kentucky to Missouri, following the same restless pattern as his famous father.
Things to Do
Touring the restored stone homestead, learning about the Boone family’s Missouri legacy, exploring the grounds, picnicking, and connecting the Boone frontier story from Kentucky to the Ozarks.
Visiting Today
The restored 1830s stone homestead sits on rolling Ozark grassland near Ash Grove. Guided tours available by appointment. The site connects the Boone frontier story from Kentucky to Missouri — Daniel Boone himself lived his final years in Missouri, dying near Defiance in 1820. A lesser-known but rewarding stop on the Boone family trail.
Getting There
Located south of Ash Grove in Greene County, via Highway 60 and county roads. Tours by appointment — call ahead. The stone house reflects frontier construction techniques brought from Kentucky and Virginia. Springfield (20 miles east) provides lodging and dining options.
Insider Tips
Boone family: Nathan Boone was the youngest son of Daniel Boone — America’s most famous frontiersman. Pro tip: Daniel Boone spent his last years in Missouri — he moved to the Femme Osage Valley in 1799 after losing his Kentucky land claims. Frontier legacy: The Boone family represents three generations of American frontier expansion — from the Appalachians to the Mississippi.
Best Time to Visit
Summer: Full tours and programming. Fall: Ozark foothills foliage. Spring: Green Missouri countryside. Year-round: Grounds accessible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Daniel Boone move to Missouri?
Daniel Boone lost his Kentucky land claims through legal disputes — despite opening Kentucky to settlement, he ended up with nothing. In 1799, the Spanish government granted Boone 850 acres in Missouri’s Femme Osage Valley (then Spanish territory). Boone spent his final 21 years there — hunting, trapping, and exploring until his death in 1820 at age 85.
🏛️ Visit Nathan and Olive Boone Homestead State Historic Site
Missouri’s rich history awaits!
Wildlife & Nature
Boone Homestead SHS — preserves the 1837 home of Nathan Boone, youngest son of Daniel Boone. Nathan was a frontier scout and dragoon captain. The park’s prairie, forest, and creek support white-tailed deer, wild turkeys, and meadowlarks.
Nearby Attractions
Ash Grove — adjacent. Springfield — 20 miles east. Wilson’s Creek NB — 15 miles east.
