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Precious Moments Chapel and Gift Shoppe

4321 S Chapel Rd, Carthage, Missouri 64836 USA

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“America’s Sistine Chapel”

The Precious Moments Chapel in Carthage, MO is the creation of artist Samuel J. Butcher as a gift of thanks to God; recognizing the many blessings given by God. The Chapel has often been described as “America’s Sistine Chapel” as an artful representation of Michelangelo’s own Sistine Chapel in Rome.The Precious Moments Chapel welcomes thousands of visitors annually, offering FREE Chapel tours daily. Serving as one of Missouri’s most beautiful attractions, the Chapel grounds include an inviting Visitor Center, Gift Shoppe, Royal Delights Cafe and beautifully manicured gardens adorned with bronze statues and fountains. The Visitor Center is the home to the world’s largest Precious Moments Gift Shoppe and a year 'round Christmas Shoppe, as well as Chapel Exclusive figurines. The Precious Moments Chapel and grounds are owned and operated by the Precious Moments Supporting Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Funding for the operations of the Chapel and grounds are provided by donations and Gift Shoppe sales which enables the foundation to continue to offer FREE Chapel tours and FREE admission. Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to your visit!

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Rosemarie K.

This is a wonderful place to get in touch with your inner child and experience peace. Find out the inspirational story of Sam Butcher and the creation of his Precious Moments figurines. Read more

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Christina C.

ABSOLUTELY PRECIOUS!!! definitely need to see if you're on the road or in the area! Worth it to stop and see the precious moments figures and all of the photo ops!! The ladies here in the gift... Read more

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Cole C.

Good stop for roadtrippers traveling on the 44. We left DFW in the morning and timed it perfectly to enjoy a picnic lunch a the chapel grounds before continuing our drive to Springfield. No one... Read more

Precious Moments Chapel and Gift Shoppe

4321 S Chapel Rd
Carthage, Missouri
64836 USA
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