Pony Express Home Station No. 1
106 S. 8th. For 18 months courageous young Pony Express riders carried the mail across the West between Missouri and California. A home station was available every 40 to 50 miles along the 1,966-mile route where riders changed horses or were relieved by other riders. This 1859 stone barn in Marysville is the only original Pony Express home station remaining on its original site. To understand this colorful time in history, watch the introductory video then visit the horse stalls and blacksmith shop. You’ll also see a replica mochilla (a large four-pouch leather mail bag that fit over the saddle) and a painting illustrating the first ride by Johnny Fry on April 3, 1860. The museum also exhibits additional Marshall County history. Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday 12-3 p.m. Admission charge. (NRHP)