If you are planning a visit to BCHS Museum and Galleries you can choose from several options for tours during your visit. Admission to the Museum and Galleries is just $2 per person. Babes in arms are free. We respectfully request that you do not bring strollers or pet into the museum. If you have questions or would like more information, call the Museum and Galleries at 573-443-8936.
Tours of The Walters History Museum
Visitors are encouraged to browse the galleries in the history museum at their leisure. Knowledgeable docents can answer questions or provide more information about exhibits upon request. Guided tours and tours for larger groups are available. Tours must be scheduled in advance and the fee per person is $3.
Tours of the Montminy Art Gallery
The Montminy Art Gallery is open Thursday through Sunday, from 12:30 to 4:30 pm, and features the work of local and regional artists of all media, crafters and photographers. Each featured artist has work on display for two months, and most artists offer additional workshops or book signings during the run of the exhibit. Tours of the gallery are often given by the artist during a specail reception. During regular gallery hours, docents can answer questions about the art or direct visitors to the artist for more information.
Tours of the Historic Maplewood House
Maplewood House is open to the public from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday afternoon, May through September. A knowledgeable docent is available while the house is open to answer questions and direct visitors to important features. Guided tours and tours for larger groups are available and special rates apply. Call the Museum and Galleries, 573-443-8936 for details.
Tours of The Village at Boone Junction
The Village at Boone Junction current has two buildings open for tours; the Gordon-Collins Log Cabin and the Easley Store. Tours of the Village are available for groups of four or more people.

Directions to the Museum and Galleriesstrong>
From I-70 take Highway 63 South towards Jefferson City:
- Take the Rt. AC/Grindstone Parkway Exit
- At the top of the Ramp Turn RIGHT onto Grindstone Parkway – go approx. 0.3 miles
- Turn LEFT onto Ponderosa – go approx 0.5 miles
- Turn RIGHT into the Boone County Historical Society Visitor Center
Traveling north on Highway 63 from Jefferson City:
- Take the Rt. AC/Grindstone Parkway Exit
- At the top of the Ramp Turn LEFT onto Grindstone Parkway – go approx. 0.4 miles
- Turn LEFT onto Ponderosa – go approx. 0.5 miles
- Turn RIGHT into the Boone County Historical Society Visitor Center