This Day in Missouri History
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16 Iconic Foods Invented in Missouri
From Toasted Ravioli to 7-Up: A Guide to Missouri’s Culinary Firsts Missouri has a surprisingly deep resume of food and beverage “firsts.” Many of these icons were born out of the 1904 World’s…
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The Missouri Mansion That Lumber Built
The Rise, Fall, and Rebirth of Corinthian Hall If you’re walking through the historic Northeast neighborhood of Kansas City, it’s impossible to miss the limestone titan sitting on the cliffs overlooking the Missouri…
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Missourians in the 2026 Winter Olympics
Several Missouri natives and residents are competing in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina, Italy, with a heavy representation in ice hockey. Key athletes include NHL stars Matthew and Brady Tkachuk, Clayton…
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The Kansas City Castle in the Sky: A Look Inside Missouri’s Most Iconic Penthouse
6100 ft² on the 32nd, 33rd, 34th, and 35th Floors of 909 Walnut for $4,750,000 For the first time ever, a true legend of the Midwest skyline is opening its doors. This isn’t…
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Best Places to Ski and Ice Skate in Missouri
Here are the most fun locations to lace up the skis and the skates for some outdoor fun in the Show Me State. The snow and cold are here, so it’s time to…
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Biggest Snowfalls in Missouri History
The biggest “Single Storm” totals in Show Me State History If you live anywhere in the state of Missouri, you know the drill. It’s usually titled “The Blizzard of ’82,” “The Storm of…
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Secret Missouri Castle Few Know Exists
Kennett’s Castle is high on a bluff with a setting fit for a king. There is a castle high on a high on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River about an hour south…
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7 Reasons Why We Can’t Support The Chiefs When They Move
The Kansas City Chiefs are free to do what they want. But they should understand there are consequences. My father used to tell me, “you can do whatever you want. But just know…
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History of Ozark Air Lines
Jet service history is made in 1945 as Ozark Air Lines begins service. The first scheduled flights for Ozarks Air Lines shuttled passengers between Springfield and St. Louis with the goal of connecting…
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Missouri’s Most Famous Business Leaders
Some of the Biggest Names in Business are also Missouri Names Missouri has produced an unusually high number of business legends, and it isn’t a coincidence. The state’s mix of geography, culture, and…
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Dewey Defeats Truman… The Full Missouri Story
November 2nd, 1948: Missourian Harry S Truman defeats Thomas E. Dewey for the U.S. presidency. We have all seen the iconic image of Harry S Truman holding up the Chicago Tribune newspaper with…
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Walt Disney Chooses Orlando over Missouri
November 22nd, 1963: The United States in in shock as President John F. Kennedy is shot and killed in Dallas. That was also the day that Walt Disney flew over a vacant piece…
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The Best Bowler of All Time
The Day Missourian Don Carter Became A Legend It was March 12th, 1958 and the air in St. Louis was a crisp 40 degrees. Bowler Don Carter and his teammates went to a…
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Mobile Phones Debuted in Missouri
1946: Car Phones debut in Missouri A Southwestern Bell worker testing mobile telephone service in St. Louis in 1946.Courtesy of AT&T Archives and History Center Here is a piece of history that may…
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Largest Homes in Missouri
Missouri Mansions Series Missouri isn’t usually the first place people think of when they imagine mega-mansions, but there are actually several reasons why large estates and “castle-style” homes are relatively common. And these…
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This Day in Missouri Baseball History: Royals Up to Bat
April 8th, 1969: The Kansas City Royals played their first-ever game. This day marked a significant moment for Kansas City which had been without a major league baseball team for two years after…
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This Day in Missouri History: Busch Stadium III Opens
On April 4th, 2006, Busch Stadium held its first game The first game in the new stadium in downtown St. Louis showcased the Cardinals’ minor league affiliates in an exhibition game. The Memphis…
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The Day Branson was Formed
April 1, 1912 – The City of Branson is Incorporated Branson has an amazing history that dates back further than most people realize. The town was a long-established village along the banks of…
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Kansas City “Day in History”
March 28, 1850: Kansas City is incorporated as a city. The largest city in the state of Missouri had humble beginnings but grew into a major metro area at the confluence of the…
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Route 66 History in Missouri
March 15, 1931: Celebrations in Missouri as the final section of Route 66 is paved. It was a big party in downtown Rolla as an estimated 8,000 people turned out to commemorate the…
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Missouri History Timeline
Historical Events in Missouri History 1600-1800: Exploration and Colonization 1673: European explorers Father Jacques Marquette and Louis Jolliet first set foot in Missouri. 1719: Mining for lead and silver in the Mine La…
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The Missouri State Seal and Flag
In my opinion, the Missouri State Seal and Flag need to be fixed. If you have ever heard one of my “Missouri Legends” speeches, then you know why. (Actually, I’m not really upset…
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Brief History of Negro National Leagues
February 13, 1920: The Negro National League is formed in Kansas City. A meeting at the Paseo YMCA led by Rube Foster set the stage for a new baseball league that changed the…
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Nelly’s Big Moment
February 1, 2004 Nelly performs at Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show. Cornell Hanes, Jr., aka Nelly, was on top of the world in the early 2000s after the success of his albums Country…
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Powell Hall History
January 24, 1968: Powell Hall converts from a movie theater to a Symphony Hall. The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra played its first-ever concert the night after the legendary theater was re-opened as a…
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The Namesake for Raytown
January 18, 1808: William Ray is born. The name of William Ray may not be recognizable to most people, although the bustling town on the outskirts of Kansas City that was named in…
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Sara Evans Hits #1
January 17, 2001: “Born to Fly” hits number one for Sara Evans. Sara Evans was on top of the charts and on top of the world back in 2001. The former Columbia residents…
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Grant Wistrom Wins Lombardi Award
On December 11, 1997, Grant Wistrom wins the Lombardi Award as the nation’s top collegiate lineman. The Webb City native played college football at Nebraska from 1994 – 1997 where h won three…
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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 Museum of Art which helped put the Kansas City arts scene on the…
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Mizzou v. Illinois: Braggin’ Rights
December 10, 1980: The first Braggin’ Rights basketball game. The first Braggin’ Rights game was held in St. Louis between the Mizzou Tigers and the University of Illinois Fighting Illini. Although the teams…
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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 why.“ -60 Minutes Branson got national attention after a profile about the city…
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Current NHL Players from Missouri (2023-24)
Missouri hasn’t had a long history of producing professional hockey players until recently. And now, some of the best in the league are from the Show Me State. Part of the reason for…
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The “Other” Great St. Louis Bank Robbery
Where is the stolen $847,000? This is a piece of Missouri history that still is not solved. On October 23rd, 1992, nearly $1,000,000 was stolen from a bank in St. Louis. Neither the…
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The Mississippi River Monster
It was August 19, 1877 and reports of a “sea serpent” were echoing across the frontier town of St. Louis. This Mississippi River Monster was reportedly spotted in the Mississippi River by several…
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Brief History of Springfield
Springfield, Missouri, is a city located in the southwestern part of the state. It is the third-largest city in Missouri and serves as the county seat of Greene County. Here’s a brief overview…
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Tallest Skyscrapers in Missouri
Missouri is home to several notable tall structures, including monuments and office buildings. Here are some of the tallest skyscrapers in Missouri: Skyscraper City Height (feet) One Kansas City Place Kansas City 624…
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Missourians in the NBA
Missouri high schools have produced an amazing number of professional athletes, especially in the last few years. There have always been a large number of baseball players from the Show Me State, but…
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Who is a Missourian supposed to root for in NCAA Tournament?
The state of Missouri once again has zero basketball teams in this year’s March Madness, so you may be at a loss for who to root for. If you are a true Missouri…
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Missourians in MLB 2019
More than a dozen players from Missouri are currently in Major League Baseball. Here are some of the baseball players from the Show Me State making it big in the Big Leagues of…
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Pensmore Mansion
Missouri Mansions Series The Castle In the Ozark Mountains The Pensmore Mansion is the biggest home in Missouri, although the massive structure has never actually been completed. It’s located in the Ozark Hills…
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Largest Colleges in Missouri
1 University of Missouri-Columbia 38,022 2 Saint Louis Community Colleges …
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Mr. Show Me Basketball winners
The Mr. Show-Me Basketball award is presented annually by the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association. The award recognizes the top male high school basketball player in Missouri. The award’s name reflects Missouri’s nickname, the…
