Clinton County Historical Society/Plattsburg, Missouri

09/01/2026

Our next farmers market/flea market is September 5, 2026 from 9am-1pm.

August 1, September 5th, October 3rd. We will also be having a flea market at the same time.

09/01/2026

Don't forget this weekend, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at The Depot here in Plattsburg!

08/31/2026

The 1898 house at 408 W Broadway was destroyed by fire this summer in Plattsburg, Missouri. This is a big loss for Plattsburg as these older homes which burn down or are razed can not be rebuilt. The ancestors in the area left many useful and beautiful things which were built to last. Plattsburg has a proud history of growth and prosperity along with a quieter, more gentle and civil way of life.
This house was owned first by descendants of early pioneer settlers of Clinton County. The Shoemakers lived there and passed it on to several generations. Mary Lou Fulkerson Baney is a living descendant of the Shoemaker family and spent part of her childhood there. She shared that this was the home of John T and Flora B Shoemaker. As in many farm families they moved to town after years of living and working on land in the country. This house was passed down to Mary’s grandparents who were Henry C. and Ida Fulkerson. The next generation there were E. Carnes and Marguerite Fulkerson, Mary's parents. Mary graciously shared her memories of living there and attending kindergarten and early elementary school in Plattsburg. The Wheaton family owned the property in the 1980s & 1990s. Then Kent and Charlotte Davis purchased the property to raise their beautiful family. The Bruto family occupied the home at the time of the fire.

The house was built in the Craftsman Style like many of the houses along the street.. The entryway was an octagon shaped two story design which included stained glass windows. There was another bay window which gave the house a welcoming and well lit charm. Story by Stuart Jenkins. Edits by Lesli Shaver. Photo by Whitney Bruto

08/29/2026

The spacious Craftsman style house at 400 W. Broadway was built in 1920. It was owned and lived in by Dr. Phillip B Steckman, Mrs Margerat Dobson Steckman and her sister Miss Kate Dobson. The Steckman’s had one daughter Lilian Lois Steckman, PhD.
Dr. Steckman practiced country medicine in Plattsburg for fifty years. He worked when doctors still went out to their patients' homes in the middle of the night if necessary. One winter night, he drove to farmer Berton’s home on the A P Fry farm to treat a broken arm. Mr. Berton had fallen on the ice. Dr. Steckman drove on icy roads and set the arm.

Mrs. Margaret Steckman took care of the home raising their daughter Lilian. She also was a staunch member of the Methodist Women's Aid Society serving many years as president.
In addition to the strenuous medical practice, they ran a drug store downtown preparing medications for patients. They found time to serve in various ways in the community, social and business activities in the area. For several years Dr. S served as a member of the Plattsburg Board of Education: also a member of the City Council He has served as county physician and for several years acted as surgeon for railway companies operating in the county He was a member of the Clinton Medical Society, the Missouri State Medical Society.

He attended medical college at the University of Michigan later completing his education at Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. He was married to Miss Margaret Dobson in 1893. The couple moved later that year to Plattsburg to start the practice. Miss Margaret grew up in Tennessee while her husband came to Trenton, Missouri from Florida as a child. One daughter, Dr. Lilian Lois Steckman attended Plattsburg schools and received a Doctorate at the University of Michigan later teaching college classes in New York City. She lived in Albany, New York.

It is interesting to note Dr. Phillip was surgeon for the Quincy, Omaha and Kansas City Railroad and the Rock Island line. It was reported in the Plattsgurg Leader on August 26 1939 he was one of four Plattsburg residents who witnessed the last Motor Coach leaving the Quincy, Omaha and Kansas City railroad station The three railroad Depots in Plattsburg thrived during the years Dr. Steckman served. That night was the beginning of the end of the train era in Missouri. The OK line began operation in 1897 ending in 1941. The OK depot building was converted for private use late donated by Ed Phillips to the Lathrop Showgrounds where it can be seen during events today. The Sante Fe railway station is still standing and is currently being restored with community support at its original location on the north side (500 N 7th Street) in Plattsburg. Story by Stuart Jenkins. More information is available at the Clinton County Historical Museum in Plattsburg.

08/27/2026

CCHS meeting tonight at the MUSEUM. 5pm. Social hour 4:30pm

08/26/2026

We’re thrilled to unveil our brand new stage — a gift made possible by the generosity of one incredible donor who believes in the power of community. This spring, the stage will come to life with a vibrant mural celebrating the spirit of Plattsburg. If you’d like to be part of the creative magic, share your ideas with us by sketching your inspiration on a piece of drawing paper. We’d love to see your vision. Your creativity could become part of the final design. Send your drawing to the CCHS/Plattsburg Community Association, 500 N 7th St, Plattsburg, MO 64477.

08/24/2026

Clinton County Historical Society Meeting
📅 This Thursday, August 27
🕔 Meeting at 5:00 p.m.
🍷 Social Hour at 4:30 p.m.
📍 Riley‑Carmack Museum

Come spend an evening celebrating our shared history, good conversation, and community pride. New faces always welcome — and membership is just $20 per person per year. Join us and be part of preserving Clinton County’s story.

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08/04/2026

Thanks to the Rock Island Fields Nursery for our new Arborvitae and Autumn Blaze Maple trees. They will look fantastic at the Depot, the Riley-Carmack Museum and Perry Park. A special thanks to the Plattsburg Rotary Club members (Alan Hall, Josh Walker and Jim Patrico) for their safe transport and delivering them. We are so Blessed 😇

08/01/2026