The Keeter Center | Hotel, Dining, & Event Space | Branson MO

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A Message to Our Loyal Guests

After prayerful and thoughtful consideration, College of the Ozarks has decided to reduce Sunday operations to honor the Sabbath and provide students and staff time for worship and rest. Beginning August 4, 2025, the restaurant, bakery, creamery, and gift shop will be closed to the public every Sunday thereafter. 

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Notice of upcoming special hours of operation: 

Saturday, May 24, 2025 | Open 12 pm - 6 pm

Sunday, May 25, 2025 | Closed 

Monday, May 26, 2025 | Restaurant Closed; Gift Shop, Bakery, & Creamery Open

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 | Restaurant Closed; Gift Shop, Bakery, & Creamery Open

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 | Open 12 pm - 6 pm

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From the moment you drive through the "gates of opportunity" at College of the Ozarks, you will be welcomed to Branson, Missouri's best-loved destination situated in the natural landscape of the Ozark Mountain Region. Enjoy the picturesque scenery from Dobyns Dining Room, an award-winning restaurant featuring American fine dining cuisine and world-class service from students at College of the Ozarks. Complete your experience by immersing yourself in all that College of the Ozarks has to offer by visiting for the day or staying in the Mabee Lodge, Branson's finest hotel accommodations. With a myriad of shops, baked goods, ice cream, and historic sites, College of the Ozarks is sure to be a place that creates memories to cherish for years to come.

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TASTE

Dining, coffee, baked goods

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RELAX

Hotel, Bluff House

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MEET

Conferences, special celebrations, events

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BROWSE

Student-made products and outlets, online-shopping

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Gift

The ideal gift for any occasion.

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EXPLORE

Activities and points of interest

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Accolades

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Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Awards Best of the Best

The Keeter Center at College of the Ozarks has received the 2024 Tripadvisor®️ Travelers’ Choice™ Award, Best of the Best, for its renowned Dobyns Dining restaurant.

The Travelers’ Choice Awards “Best of the Best” title celebrates the highest level of excellence in travel. It is awarded to those who receive a high volume of above-and-beyond reviews and opinions from the Tripadvisor® community over a 12-month period. Out of 8 million listings, fewer than one percent achieved this milestone. 

The Keeter Center also received recognition in the top 10 nationwide as a winner of the best "Hidden Gems" in the United States.

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2024 Convention South Readers Choice Award
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2024 Best of 417 Magazine

The College of the Ozarks is a religious, non-profit, educational institution. The Vision of College of the Ozarks is to develop citizens of Christ-like character who are well-educated, hard-working and patriotic. The College focuses on developing young men and women in accordance with biblical teaching, including traditional notions of family, marriage, and sexuality. In keeping with the College’s Vision, Mission, and Goals, all events and the conduct of patrons must reflect the expectations of the College as expressed in this paragraph, in the College Catalog, and in the faculty, staff, and student handbooks. The College reserves the right to prohibit events and not extend services to persons or groups that are inconsistent with the College’s beliefs and expectations. Though the College will not deviate from its stated position, this provision is not intended to, and will not be used as a way to, exclude or discriminate against persons or groups that are legally protected under state and federal laws as those laws are applicable to the College.   

The Keeter Center at College of the Ozarks is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, pet-free facility, as well as a learning laboratory of the College’s educational program, and is operated under the same Vision, Mission, Goals, and expectations as the College.

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INSPIRED Exhibit

We invite you to join us for this complimentary exhibit at The Keeter Center at College of the Ozarks.

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INSPIRED EXHIBIT TELLS THE STORY OF THE BIBLE

Exhibit Showing at The Keeter Center on the Campus of College of the Ozarks
April 5-20, 2024
Monday-Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm, Last entry at 4 pm
Closed on Sunday
Located at The Keeter Center
Exhibit is FREE and open to the public
Call 417-690-2929

College of the Ozarks is pleased to welcome INSPIRED Exhibit to its campus. INSPIRED Exhibit tells the story of the greatest book ever written: the Bible, and how the most banned book in history became the world's all-time best seller. Ancient artifacts and written materials speak into visitors an understanding of how the Bible was written and preserved through the ages and how it has survived every attempt to suppress it.

Working with private collectors to tell this incredible story, the exhibit showcases items rarely seen outside of a museum. Tactile activities assist visitors in the learning process, including the operation of a working replica of Gutenberg’s printing press. The exhibit inspires the mind and stirs the heart because seeing is believing!

INSPIRED conducts exhibitions in both domestic and international venues, sharing its timeless message with people all over the world. Engaging programs and interactive activities are available for all ages. Special tours and events are designed for both private and public schools, university students and faculty, campus groups, seminaries, business associations, groups from all biblical traditions, and for those without previous exposure to the Bible.

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