The small city of Chamois, in Osage County, Missouri, began as a depot on the Missouri Pacific Railroad. In 1832, more than twenty years before the settlement of the town in 1854, Dr. John M. Townley settled just southeast of the current site of Chamois, building a one-room log cabins that doubled as his medical office, later adding a room that became the area’s first school. The first building in Chamois itself was a two-story log hotel and bar, built in 1854, on the north side of the railroad tracks. Chamois is situated south of the Missouri River, and is accessed primarily through Missouri Highway 100, which becomes Missouri Avenue within the city, and by Missouri Highway 89, which is known as Cherry Street in Chamois.
Recommended Resources
Situated on County Road 317, in Chamois, Missouri, the authorized STIHL dealership carries a full line of STIHL parts and accessories, including apparel and gifts. Directions and hours of operation are posted.
https://brandtchainsaw.stihldealer.net/
Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church
The Roman Catholic parish is located in Chamois, Missouri. A calendar of programs and events, schedules, ministry assignments, and a church bulletin are presented, with photographs and announcements.
http://www.mostpureheart.org/
Osage County R-1 School District
Located in Chamois, Missouri, the public school system offers a K-12 curriculum through an elementary and high school program, which are discussed here. Teacher web sites, school supply lists and various forms and policy statements, and other student or parent resources are featured here.
http://www.chamois.k12.mo.us/
Representing the Chamois Industrial Development Corporation, CIDC’s community projects and services are outlined, along with general information about the community, organizational contacts, and other resources.
http://www.showmechamois.com/
Visit Chamois & Morrison, Missouri
Maintained by the Osage AgriTourism Council and the Chamois Lions Club, the site offers information about the two Osage County communities, including a brief history of both towns and a guide to local events, recreational facilities and programs, restaurants, churches, lodging facilities, and other businesses.
http://www.visitchamoismorrisonmo.com/
