The mission of the Excelsior Springs Museum & Archives is to collect, preserve and share the history of Excelsior Springs, Missouri, and its people, organizations and businesses for generations to come. The Museum achieves its mission by collecting and preserving historical artifacts, documents, objects and ephemera; assisting those doing research on either the community or their families; creating museum displays; maintaining the craft of weaving; providing historical programs for schools and civic organizations; and conducting tours of the Museum and the community for the general public.