WOW! That is quite the setup. That fellow put a bunch of work into his town. Looks well worth the time to go visit. Thank you for making this one of your videos!
Like your T-shirt. I went to that drive-in when I was a kid back when they had weekend triple features. I don't know if they still do or not but it was always fun when mom and dad would make popcorn, we'd get drinks and we'd head to the drive-in. I have no idea why drive-ins fell out of favor. What better way to watch a movie than to lie on the hood of your car under the stars and a big screen in front of you. I like that way better than being inside of a stuffy, sticky theater with a bunch of strangers shoulder to shoulder with you.
It’s still going pretty strong! I usually go to one or two a year there. I used to go to a lot more as a kid in Ohio. I think the sound and overall experience for indoor theaters has gotten so much better that people tend to go that way. But I agree with you about being in a crowded theater. I hate that!
That’s pretty inspirational to have undertaken that job to relocate all of those buildings. Looking after the next few generations I say. Also just off 66 so it’s on my list now
It’s such an amazing project he pulled off. And to walk around and think of all that went into it is mind boggling. Very easy to visit right off 66. They have a Facebook page too.
I loved the opportunity to meet and visit with Lowell many years ago...and am looking forward to introducing my children and grandchildren to Red Oak II this summer.
What a cool place to visit! Definitely going on my bucket list. Mr. Davis had a wicked sense of humor- loved it 😂 I've been to Carthage, neat area with beautiful houses but I never knew this was near there. Love traveling along and doing research after watching some of these videos. I love history. Stay safe and GOD bless
My grandpa is buried in that cemetery you showed. He and my grandma grew up there. Her family owned a dairy farm/general store back during the second world war, which was about the time she met grandpa. They have a picture on the wall at there place of red oak during the war years drawn by another resident.
Thank you very much for sharing! I’ve seen several videos about Red Oak II, but not the original Red Oak so I’m glad I visited there too. Lots of history around that area! Appreciate it!
@@TravelwithaWiseguy no problem man!! I'm a history nerd, and my grandpa always had the best stories about the area and what life was.like back during the depression. He never talked about his time in the army, as many men of his generation were prone to do. It's a beautiful little corner of Missouri.
Lowell was a great guy & a wonderful friend. Did you get the chance to meet his wife, Rose? Other friends, that are also Route 66 Roadies, live there. The place is a time capsule. The history of those buildings is captivating. Come back for the Lowell Davis Festival she started, last year. Some of the friendly town folks open their homes for tours. The church, school & general store are great photo ops inside & out.
I don’t know if it’s technically a town, but a few people do live there. One of the most unique places I’ve ever been. Definitely worth stopping and exploring for anyone in the area!
I love that the jail was turned into a "daycare" lol. And of course, every town has to have it's red light district with that "Hooker" house. And in this case they must be in cahoots with the law, being put right next to it.
This was a great visit. As you were walking around, one of the houses had a snowman out front and it's just like the one I have, though it needs a paint job. Funny thing is I can't remember where I got it for sure. It's supposed to light up but it never did. But i sit it out on the porch and it looks through the railing. I had to put a big rock in it to keep it from blowing away. Thank you for this trip as it was cool. Happy trails to you and God bless.
@@TravelwithaWiseguy Unfortunately these things happen especially when you didn't know about Red Oak 2. Yes I'll watch your new one sometime today. Happy trails to you and God bless.
Wow! What an unusual man and great artist! Love his story! I gotta visit this one one day! Great video tour!
One of the coolest places I’ve ever visited!
WOW! That is quite the setup. That fellow put a bunch of work into his town. Looks well worth the time to go visit. Thank you for making this one of your videos!
Yeah it’s really incredible to think about when you get there. Definitely worth it!
It looks like a perfectly restored old town. I love it!
It’s really cool to walk around and check out!
My brother-in-law was from Carthage so I’ve seen this many times-- dearly love the area and Red Oak II is sooooo cool!!
One of the coolest places I’ve ever been! Awesome place!
Really neat place. He was a very talented man. Loved the free range chickens. Child daycare was neat.😊 What fun place to visit.
Such a unique experience at Red Oak II. Amazing to think about all the effort he put into this!
Lowell Davis was a terrific, imaginative artist. He was also a very kind man and would spend time to tell stories to visitors.
What a strange crazy place Red Oak ll was
I would love to see this place
Highly recommended to see in person! Very cool experience!
5 years ago a friend of mine took me up to Red Oak II to take pics, very cool scenic place, didn't realize it was an actual town.
I don’t think it’s an actual “town” but it’s definitely a community of people. Would be cool if they incorporated it into a town!
My cousin got married here ole Lowell is a good ole boy
Like your T-shirt. I went to that drive-in when I was a kid back when they had weekend triple features. I don't know if they still do or not but it was always fun when mom and dad would make popcorn, we'd get drinks and we'd head to the drive-in. I have no idea why drive-ins fell out of favor. What better way to watch a movie than to lie on the hood of your car under the stars and a big screen in front of you. I like that way better than being inside of a stuffy, sticky theater with a bunch of strangers shoulder to shoulder with you.
It’s still going pretty strong! I usually go to one or two a year there. I used to go to a lot more as a kid in Ohio. I think the sound and overall experience for indoor theaters has gotten so much better that people tend to go that way. But I agree with you about being in a crowded theater. I hate that!
That’s pretty inspirational to have undertaken that job to relocate all of those buildings.
Looking after the next few generations I say.
Also just off 66 so it’s on my list now
It’s such an amazing project he pulled off. And to walk around and think of all that went into it is mind boggling. Very easy to visit right off 66. They have a Facebook page too.
I loved the opportunity to meet and visit with Lowell many years ago...and am looking forward to introducing my children and grandchildren to Red Oak II this summer.
That’s awesome! Wish I could’ve had the chance to meet him. What a guy! I’m sure the kids will love it!
Very cool! I have a special place in my heart for those Mail Pouch Tobacco barns!
Yes that Mail Pouch barn is so awesome! Took me back to growing up in Ohio!
@@TravelwithaWiseguy I miss those long hot Brown County Summers!
What a cool place to visit! Definitely going on my bucket list. Mr. Davis had a wicked sense of humor- loved it 😂 I've been to Carthage, neat area with beautiful houses but I never knew this was near there. Love traveling along and doing research after watching some of these videos. I love history. Stay safe and GOD bless
It’s awesome! Wish I couldn’t met Mr Davis. Definitely worth it next time you’re there!
My grandpa is buried in that cemetery you showed. He and my grandma grew up there. Her family owned a dairy farm/general store back during the second world war, which was about the time she met grandpa. They have a picture on the wall at there place of red oak during the war years drawn by another resident.
Thank you very much for sharing! I’ve seen several videos about Red Oak II, but not the original Red Oak so I’m glad I visited there too. Lots of history around that area! Appreciate it!
@@TravelwithaWiseguy no problem man!! I'm a history nerd, and my grandpa always had the best stories about the area and what life was.like back during the depression. He never talked about his time in the army, as many men of his generation were prone to do. It's a beautiful little corner of Missouri.
Always awesome video’s. Thx for sharing with us.
Thank you very much! 😊
Wow that was great, he put a lot of work into it, I hope someone is still maintaining it.
It's really incredible! Seems like they are doing a good job keeping it up!
It's another Wiseguy Day :)
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Lowell was a great guy & a wonderful friend.
Did you get the chance to meet his wife, Rose?
Other friends, that are also Route 66 Roadies, live there.
The place is a time capsule. The history of those buildings is captivating.
Come back for the Lowell Davis Festival she started, last year. Some of the friendly town folks open their homes for tours. The church, school & general store are great photo ops inside & out.
I wasn’t able to, but have messaged with her online and hope to go back and meet everyone soon! That’s awesome you got to see it during the Festival!
love red oak love Lowell
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Great story.
Thank you!
Wow! What a great story. I wonder how long it took to put that all together? Maybe you said and I just missed it. TFS
I think it was a long process one he moved back to the area. I'm assuming it took many years!
I have some of his plates hanging on my walls.barn.yard animsls,puppies kittens,and ducks in the.pond.his art is very much sought after
And ducks in the pond.
Awesome! Yeah he’s terrific!
Looks nice and cool there. Envious
Would be an interesting place to live!
@@TravelwithaWiseguy It would be. I was referring to the weather. Looked cloudy and cool compared to the nasty heat I am currently experiencing
Oh haha! Well I filmed that a few months ago so it’s probably hot too - like everywhere right now!
Looks like home
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Wait, people live there, so it's a real town? I was thinking it was a fake recreation of what the old Red Oak looked like for tourists or something.
I don’t know if it’s technically a town, but a few people do live there. One of the most unique places I’ve ever been. Definitely worth stopping and exploring for anyone in the area!
I’m from around there.
Beautiful area!
I love that the jail was turned into a "daycare" lol. And of course, every town has to have it's red light district with that "Hooker" house. And in this case they must be in cahoots with the law, being put right next to it.
This was a great visit. As you were walking around, one of the houses had a snowman out front and it's just like the one I have, though it needs a paint job. Funny thing is I can't remember where I got it for sure. It's supposed to light up but it never did. But i sit it out on the porch and it looks through the railing. I had to put a big rock in it to keep it from blowing away. Thank you for this trip as it was cool. Happy trails to you and God bless.
Visiting Red Oak II is a special experience! I just wish I could have met the artist before he passed away :(
@@TravelwithaWiseguy Unfortunately these things happen especially when you didn't know about Red Oak 2. Yes I'll watch your new one sometime today. Happy trails to you and God bless.