Missouri History

Why St. Charles Became the Temporary Capital of Missouri

The "battle" between the two areas was alive and well in the 1800s, too. St. Louis leaders were seen as…

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The Largest Landowner in America in 1900

Missourian John Sliker Bilby was the Land King Land Baron John Sliker Bilby John Sliker Bilby, the Land Baron John…

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Brief History of University of Missouri-Columbia

The Flagship Campus of the University of Missouri System The University of Missouri, located in Columbia, commonly known as Mizzou,…

55 years ago

The Missouri Governor Who Committed Suicide

In 1844, a mental health breakdown killed the young Missouri Governor 47-year-old Missouri Governor Thomas Reynolds had a distinguished career…

55 years ago

A Little Bit of Kirkwood History

Kirkwood was the First Planned Suburban Community West of the Mississippi River Downtown Kirkwood, MissouriCourtesy: City of Kirkwood Kirkwood is…

55 years ago

Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

December 11, 1933: The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art opened in Kansas City 2023 Marked the 90th anniversary of the Nelson-Atkins…

55 years ago

History: Branson Appears on 60 Minutes

On December 8, 1991, 60 Minutes put Branson in the national spotlight. "If are wondering 'why Branson? 'no one knows…

55 years ago

Hunter Gary House in Kansas City

The Hunter Gary House Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Partners, Inc One of the most historically significant mansions in Kansas…

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St. Louis’ 1904 Olympic Marathon Debacle

1904 Olympic Marathoners on a hot afternoon before the race beganCourtesy of Missouri History Museum The 2024 U.S. Olympic Trials…

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Astronauts from Missouri

Missourians have always had their eyes to the skies. Even the most famous telescope of all time, the Hubble Space…

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