The history of Purdy

Purdy is a city in Purdy Township, Barry County, Missouri, United States, on the foothills of the Ozarks, eight miles (13 km) south of Monett and twelve miles (19 km) north of Cassville along Highway 37. We’re gathering its old postcards, photos and papers from public archives right now.

Photo: Bill Miller

Purdy through the years

Every find lands on the timeline as it comes in. Gaps show where the archives go quiet, and where neighbors can help.

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