Laid out in 1852, the town of Pacific was first known as Franklin, but was shortly afterwards renamed for the Atlantic-Pacific Railroad, a new railroad extending to the Pacific Ocean. The first home in the area that was to become Pacific was a log cabin constructed in 1820. A covered bridge over the Meramec River was built south of Pacific in 1838. The Atlantic-Pacific Railroad completed its tracks to Franklin in 1853, and the town’s post office was opened in 1854. In 1859, Franklin changed its name to Pacific, and was incorporated as a fourth-class city. In 1864, Confederate General Price invaded occupied the city, while Union troops were dispatched from St. Louis along the railroad to nearby Allentown, and the two forces met between the two towns, and a battled ensued in which the Union forces were victorious. In 1871, the city got its first newspaper, and the Pacific Railroad moved its shops and built a depot in Pacific. However, in 1891, a fire destroyed every building on St. Louis Street between First and Columbus. Today, Pacific is situated along Interstate Highway 44, which is also US Highway 50, with historical Route 66 passing through the town. The Meramec River is situated on the east and south parts of town, Gray Summit is west of Pacific, Eureka is to the east, and Catawissa and Robertsville are southwest of Pacific. The city extends into both Franklin and St. Louis counties.
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Specializing in the sale of pre-owned cars, trucks, and SUVs, the auto dealership is located on West Osage in Pacific, Missouri. Its inventory may be searched by year, make, body style, conditions, mileage, and price. Directions, hours of operation, and finance policies are featured.
http://www.bosautorama.com/
Founded in 1915, Troop 329 is part of the Osage District of the Greater St. Louis Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America, serving boys from age eleven through eighteen, and serving the Pacific, Missouri area. A history and profile of scouting in general is offered, with specific information about Troop 329. Meeting schedules, a calendar of events, and membership policies are included.
http://www.scoutlander.com/publicsite/unithome.aspx?UID=4866
Located on South First Street in Pacific, Missouri, the flower shop offers a wide variety of floral arrangements, live plants, food baskets, and other gift items, which may be purchased at the store or online, for local delivery. Directions, hours of operation, and delivery information are featured.Coleman Florists
http://www.colemanflorists.com/
Comfort Inn Near Six Flags St. Louis Pacific
Describes facilities and nearby conveniences such as restaurants and shopping venues. Provides photographs and contact information for this Pacific hotel.
http://www.comfortinn.com/hotel-pacific-missouri-MO136
Chartered by the Missouri-Arkansas District of Kiwanis, Pack 923 is associated with the Boy Scouts of America youth organization, serving children age seven to ten, or in grades one through five, in the Pacific, Missouri area. Pack leaders, meeting schedules, advancement information, and a guide for parents are available.
http://www.scoutlander.com/publicsite/unithome.aspx?UID=18889
Meramec Valley Historical Museum
Formed in 1999, the organization was formed to collect items of historical significance and to preserve the history of the area, which extends beyond Pacific to the communities of Catawissa, Gray Summit, Labadie, Robertsville, and Villa Ridge. Museum hours and schedules are posted.
http://www.pacificmissouri.com/Tourism/MeramecValleyHistoricalMuseum.aspx
Headquartered in Pacific, Missouri, the R-III public school district operates Truman, Robertsville, Nike, Zitzman, and Coleman Elementary schools, as well as Meramec Valley Community School, Meremac Valley Early Childhood School, Meramec Valley Middle School, Riverbend School, and Pacific High School, each of which are highlighted here, along with student handbooks, policy data, and schedules.
http://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/
The full-service veterinary medical facility is situated in Pacific, Missouri. Directions, its hours of operation, and appointment policies are featured, including the ability to request an appointment online. Care guides, staff contacts, and other resources are also available.
http://pacificvets.vetstreet.com/
Pacific Area Chamber of Commerce
The non-profit membership organization is made up of business owners and others in the Pacific, Missouri region, serving as a partnership between businesses, government, and community leaders. Membership benefits, meeting schedules, and a calendar of projects and events are included.
http://www.pacificchamber.com/
A map and directions are offered to the restaurant and bar in Pacific, Missouri, along with its food and drink menus, a calendar of events, special offers, catering services, press information, and employment opportunities. Announcements are posted to the site.
http://www.brewhauspacificmo.com/
Pacific Fire Protection District
With two stations in Pacific and one in Robertsville, the fire department serves a 78 square mile area that includes portions of Franklin, Jefferson, and St. Louis counties, offering fire protection, rescue, and basic life support services. Its stations, engine houses, training programs, and history are featured.
http://www.pacificfire.org/
The non-profit corporation was established in 2002 for the purpose of preserving the heritage of Pacific, Missouri through the restoration and maintenance of historic structures and artifacts on Old Town Pacific, and through the promotion of the city as a social, cultural, educational, and economic center. Its historic places, hosted events, and contacts are posted.
http://www.pacific-partnership.org/
Headquartered in Pacific, Missouri, the wireless network covers more than seven hundred square miles. Its range is pictured on coverage maps, and its residential and enterprise plans are highlighted, including costs. A free site survey may be requested from the site.
http://www.pacific-mo.net/
Originally known as Franklin, the city is located about thirty miles southwest of St. Louis in both Franklin and St. Louis counties. The official municipal web site offers a profile and brief history of the community, along with a guide to area services and facilities, cemeteries, and civic organizations. Public notices are posted to the site.
http://www.pacificmissouri.com/
Quality Inn Near Six Flags St. Louis Pacific
Details of this Pacific guest facility are provided, along with services and amenities. Also features Choice Hotel reward programs and special offers for travel professionals, groups and meetings.
http://www.qualityinn.com/hotel-pacific-missouri-MO199
Situated across the street from Pacific High School, fifteen minutes west of Soccer Park in Pacific, Missouri, The Field is an indoor sports arena offering youth league soccer play, as well as being available for party or team rentals. Its schedules, adult league, pre-K league, and seasonal leagues are highlighted.
http://www.thefieldstl.com/
