Missouri has a whole other world under the surface of the Earth. Far below the surface of Missouri, a state that is perhaps best known for Kansas City-style barbeque, Anheuser-Busch, and an odd ...

STANTON, Mo. — Have you ever wanted to take a cave tour? Or learn more about American Outlaw Jesse James? If so, this hidden gem in Franklin County is the place for you. All summer, Today in St. Louis ...

Lester Dill found his passion underground with the commercial development of Meramec Caverns in 1933. Today, his grandson, Lester Turilli Sr. is taking the tourist attraction to new heights — ...

Our trip this week is to Meramec Caverns near Stanton, Mo., which once served as the hideout of outlaw Jesse James. Meramec Caverns, found along what used to be Route 66, is a seven-story, 400 million ...

ST. LOUIS -- Tours of the popular Meramec Caverns near Stanton have been suspended while the owner tries to reduce levels of a potentially harmful chemical vapor. The Environmental Protection Agency ...

Meramec Caverns has laid off about half of its 100 employees, Turilli said. The gift shop, motel and restaurant are open, and visitors can still enjoy riverboat rides, canoe and raft trips, panning ...

Stalactites hang like shark teeth from the ceiling of Meramec Caverns in Stanton, Mo., as a multicolor light display illuminates the pale yellow crystals on June 6, 2000. Amanda St. Amand • ...

Meramec Caverns has so much to see and explore! From cavern tours to riverboat rides, it's sure to be a fun time.

Here’s something to get visitors excited: Early fall in Missouri is like nature hitting its refresh button, with crisp air, fiery leaves, and underground wonders waiting to be explored. Think of ...

Missouri has a whole other world under the surface of the Earth. Far below the surface of Missouri, a state that is perhaps best known for Kansas City-style barbeque, Anheuser-Busch, and an odd ...