Vision Carthage
Our mission is to make our community better through the revitalization & beautification of Carthage.
A few ideas and priorities --
Sidewalk Projects
Event Lighting on Square
Sound on Square
Restoration Carthage
Fire Station Beautification
Murals
Parking Lots
09/21/2026
We're back at it! Join us for another weeding event at 517 S. Main St. on Tuesday (9/22) from 8-9 a.m.
09/21/2026
The CEDC has awarded five grants for Restore My Block and the signs have been placed in yards. If you want to be considered in the next round, submit your application before October 9th.
choosecarthage.com/housing
09/21/2026
An opportunity for home improvement!
Carthage homeowners get grants for renovations The Carthage Economic Development Corporation is offering matching grants to homeowners for exterior renovation projects aimed at improving curb appeal.
09/21/2026
It's Restoration Carthage Week! Our biggest volunteer work day of the year comes Saturday, Sept. 26th!
From 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., we'll come together with helpers to assist Carthage residents in need of TLC on their homes!
This year, we have 7 houses selected. If you'd like to volunteer, you can sign up here: https://shorturl.at/nV074
What kind of impact does this make?
"Thank you for sending a team to make my place better," said Lora Waring, a recipient of the program in 2025. "They finished what I requested, then kept looking for more to do! Very thoughtful and good work."
Want to help in another way? You can always help us with purchasing supplies! Check out our wish list of items here: https://a.co/0cK7T0pU
09/19/2026
Beautiful things are blooming downtown! ❤️
09/19/2026
The Carthage Chamber of Commerce invites the community to celebrate the official unveiling of the new pavilion at Kellogg Lake Nature Center & Preserve. 🎣🌊
Come enjoy the beautiful lakeside setting, connect with community members, and help us commemorate this exciting enhancement to one of Carthage's treasured outdoor destinations! 🌞✨
A special thanks to our sponsors! 🤗
Member Recognition Sponsor:
Ribbon Cutting Sponsor:
Southwest Missouri Bank
09/18/2026
Wonderful to celebrate Joplin Area Habitat for Humanity’s 200th build!
09/17/2026
So excited for tomorrow's ribbon cutting! We're proud to have partners like Joplin Area Habitat for Humanity for Restoration Carthage!
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Contact the organization
Telephone
Address
221 W. 4th Street
Carthage, MO
64836
Opening Hours
| Monday | 8am - 4pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 4pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 4pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 4pm |
| Friday | 8am - 4pm |