This photograph captures the beloved Round Barn in Joplin, located along Old Highway 71 as you drove through Saginaw. For many locals and travelers, this landmark sparked memories, stories, and the classic dad joke that always began with, “Did you hear about the man who died there… he couldn’t find a corner to pee in.”
Taken in 2007, this image preserves a piece of local history. Unfortunately, the Round Barn is no longer standing, making this photograph a lasting tribute to a structure that once brought smiles, curiosity, and character to the journey through southwest Missouri.
