Off U.S. Highway 24 in the small agricultural town of Brunswick, travelers are stopping in their tracks to see a colossal tribute to one of America’s favorite nuts — the World’s Largest Pecan Replica Sculpture. This giant concrete pecan has become a beloved roadside landmark and a testament to the region’s proud pecan farming heritage.
Built in 1982 by the George James family of James Pecan Farms Inc., the enormous sculpture was created as a replica of their patented Starking Hardy Giant pecan, a unique thin‑shell variety discovered locally. Today, this oversized nut measures approximately 7 feet in diameter and 12 feet long and weighs about 12,000 pounds, making it one of the world’s most impressive representations of a pecan.
The massive pecan sits proudly in front of what was once the Nut Hut roadside stand and now draws curious visitors who pull off the highway to pose beside this whimsical giant. While Seguin, Texas, also claims a title for its own huge pecans including a 16‑foot version at the Texas Agricultural and Heritage Center Brunswick’s concrete pecan remains a standout classic roadside attraction in its own right.
Brunswick itself is officially recognized as the Pecan Capital of Missouri, and the annual Brunswick Pecan Festival celebrates the area’s rich pecan‑growing history every October. The giant pecan sculpture adds a fun, larger‑than‑life landmark for festival goers and casual travelers alike.
Whether you’re a nut lover, a roadside art enthusiast, or a road tripper looking for quirky Americana, the World’s Largest Pecan Replica Sculpture offers a must‑see photo opportunity and a tasty slice of small‑town charm.
