ABOUT US

Bourbon, Missouri had its beginnings in the late 1800's.

Water Tower with Warhawk Strong logo on it and town aerial view

About Us

We’re a group of local business owners and citizens dedicated to fostering economic growth in our community. Our mission is two-fold: to attract new businesses to the area and to help our existing businesses and industries thrive.

The Bourbon Economic Development (B.E.D) group typically meets on the first Monday of each month. Meeting dates are always posted on our Events Calendar and Facebook page, and we encourage everyone to attend!

We believe that with innovative thinking and an entrepreneurial spirit, we can build a vibrant town where everyone shares in success.

Landscape

Bourbon, MO Water Tower

Our rural landscape, set apart in the Ozarks foothills provides:

  • Hiking / horseback riding trails 
  • Quality water recreation
  • Agritourism activities 

History

Bourbon, Missouri City Hall sign and bourbon barrel

Our history dates back to the late 1800’s, a time when German immigrants built upon the railroad expansion westward:

  • Be sure to take the “Barrel Tour” to learn of our community’s history
  • Take some time to talk with our local businesses that have lengthy history; family and building structures

Route 66

Car show downtown

Route 66 took our community into a new era of expansion:

  • Historic restaurants 
  • Picturesque lodging cabins
  • Malt shops
  • Era directed events such as our Annual Car Show (see our Events Calendar) to take us back into a more relaxed time of our community
  • Walking / Bicycle community photo opportunity tours