Ferrelview: History and Planned Trails

For a stay in Ferrelview, local history and plans for trails and a park take center stage. If you’re looking for a hotel, these topics can help you choose how to explore the area based on the purpose of your trip: the museum and historic marker point to different chapters of the past, while trail and park projects offer a distinct perspective on planned developments.

Local History and Museum

The name Ferrelview honors Mollie Ferrel Heady, who owned the town site. Ben Ferrel is also connected to the area’s history: his mother founded Ferrelview, and he left money to the Platte County Historical Society. The Ben Ferrel Platte County Museum is located near Ferrelview. The museum grew out of a house and includes a library with materials on local history and family genealogy. If you’re interested in heritage, place names, or genealogy, these topics provide a factual focus for planning your trip.

From May to mid-October, the museum offers special exhibits and guided tours on Thursday and Friday afternoons; additional visits are available by telephone appointment. As hours may change, check them before your visit. For your itinerary, this means a clear distinction between the seasonal afternoon offerings on two weekdays and additional visits, which require a telephone appointment.

Historic Marker

The “Former Site of Red Crown Tavern and Tourist Cabins” marker is located near Ferrelview in Platte County, Missouri. It is at the intersection of N Ambassador Drive and Cookingham Drive; when driving east on N Ambassador Drive, it is on the left. The marker identifies the former site of Red Crown Tavern and Tourist Cabins. Emmett Breen built the tavern and tourist cabins in 1931. Unlike the museum, with its library devoted to local history and family genealogy, the marker centers this history on a named place and a specific year of construction.

Planned Trails and Park Projects

The Northland Trails Vision Plan includes a planned Ferrelview/Dearborn connection via Interurban Road. The plan calls for a 19.57-mile paved, off-road trail designed for shared use. As of March 25, 2025, plans for the Village of Ferrelview City Park included developing an inclusive playground and walking path to ensure accessibility for all. The two projects differ in scale and focus: the connection between Ferrelview and Dearborn is planned as a route between places, while the park project concerns opportunities for play and walking in the City Park.

Adopted in 2023, Village Ordinance No. 369 established opening hours for Ferrelview Village Park from dawn to dusk. Check current park information before your visit.

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