Cycling Across North Missouri
Walt Disney. Mark Twain. Newscaster Walter Cronkite. Retailer JC Penney. WWI General John “Blackjack” Pershing. Outlaw Jesse James. The Pony Express. These people all have…
Dr. Howard A. Rusk, Father of Rehabilitative Medicine
You could argue that Dr. Howard A. Rusk, a Brookfield native and perhaps one of the more overlooked innovators along Missouri Highway 36, actually was…
Honoring the Genius of our Highway 36 Military Heroes
For those who have an interest in military history, The Way of American Genius has many stories to share and personalities to discover. The Way…
Genius Spotlight: Gen. John J. “Black Jack” Pershing
Gen. John J. “Black Jack” Pershing is the only man in U.S. military history to, in his lifetime, be promoted to the rank of General…
Wineries on Highway 36 – The American Genius Highway
A journey down the American Genius Highway has a lot to offer, and that includes several beautiful and inviting Missouri wineries. Enjoy deliciously, award-winning wines…
Pioneer in Aircraft: William “Bill” Lear
Highway 36 Innovator When it comes to innovators, few connected with Missouri’s Way of American Genius are as prolific as William “Bill” Lear. Born in…
Genius Spotlight: Dr. Andrew Taylor Still
Dr. Andrew Taylor Still, the founder of osteopathic medicine, is Kirksville’s genius on Missouri Highway 36. Developed by Still in 1874, osteopathic medicine is a…
Join the Way of American Genius Challenge
Explore The Way of American Genius and earn a merit badge button for Exploring MO! 2021 is Missouri’s Bicentennial! Help celebrate and enjoy the many…
2023 Quilt Trail
The Quilt Trail Shops are excited to announce the 2023 Quilt Trail theme - A Tisket, A Tasket, A Trail Full of Baskets!! The dates…
Award-Winning Highway 36 Quilt Trail
Providing over 200 miles of fun across Missouri’s Highway 36 Get all the latest info on the 2022 MO Highway 36 Quilt Trail HERE! *Be…