Osage County Poorhouse

The Osage County Poorhouse, located near Linn, Missouri, is a historic building constructed in 1893. This 2+1⁄2-story V-shaped brick structure showcases a blend of Queen Anne and Italianate architectural styles, featuring a hipped roof with a projecting gable, original scroll-sawn gable trim, a widow's walk, and a charming wooden front porch. Recognized for its historical significance, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1998, making it an interesting site for both tourists and researchers interested in local history and architecture.