Joplin Audio Tour: Echoes and Icons of West Joplin’s Golden Age
A near-perfect small-town façade hides the echoes of fierce trials and silent schemes beneath Joplin’s historic skyline. Uncover the city’s restless heart with this self-guided audio tour, where each turn reveals secrets that most visitors never hear. What courtroom drama inside the Durward G. Hall Federal Building changed local law for decades? Why did a midnight visitor slip unnoticed through the silent stacks of the Joplin Public Library? And how did the Newman Brothers Building become the center of a scandalous business rivalry that still whispers through its brick walls? Move deeper into Joplin with every step. Trace power plays, lost ambitions, and bold dreams etched into marble and stone. Watch the city’s forgotten moments flicker back to life as you journey across intersections where history changed course. Begin the unraveling. The hidden layers of Joplin are waiting just beyond the surface.
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About this tour
- scheduleDuration 30–50 minsGo at your own pace
- straighten2.1 km walking routeFollow the guided path
- headphonesAudio guide1+ languages available
- wifi_offWorks offlineDownload once, use anywhere
- all_inclusiveLifetime accessReplay anytime, forever
- location_onStarts at Olivia Apartments
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Frequently asked questions
How do I start the tour?
After purchase, download the AudaTours app and enter your redemption code. The tour will be ready to start immediately — just tap play and follow the GPS-guided route.
Do I need internet during the tour?
No! Download the tour before you start and enjoy it fully offline. Only the chat feature requires internet. We recommend downloading on WiFi to save mobile data.
Is this a guided group tour?
No — this is a self-guided audio tour. You explore independently at your own pace, with audio narration playing through your phone. No tour guide, no group, no schedule.
How long does the tour take?
Most tours take 60–90 minutes to complete, but you control the pace entirely. Pause, skip stops, or take breaks whenever you want.
What if I can't finish the tour today?
No problem! Tours have lifetime access. Pause and resume whenever you like — tomorrow, next week, or next year. Your progress is saved.
What languages are available?
All tours are available in 50+ languages. Select your preferred language when redeeming your code. Note: language cannot be changed after tour generation.
Where do I access the tour after purchase?
Download the free AudaTours app from the App Store or Google Play. Enter your redemption code (sent via email) and the tour will appear in your library, ready to download and start.
If you don't enjoy the tour, we'll refund your purchase. Contact us at [email protected]
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