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How a Missourian Became America’s Largest Landowner: Inside His 2.7 Million-Acre Empire
For the Second Time in History, A Missourian is the Largest Landowner in the U.S. In 2026, Stan Kroenke officially became the largest private landowner in the United States. That’s pretty amazing a…
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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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Tuscan Mansion Hidden in the Heart of St. Albans
The Masterpiece at 1042 Wings Road In the rolling hills of Saint Albans, Missouri, there exists an anomaly of architecture that feels less like a Midwestern build and more like a recovered fragment…
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10 Fastest Growing Cities in Missouri
Several Missouri towns are booming! Most are in the suburbs outside of St. Louis and Kansas City. These are the 10 Fastest Growing Cities in Missouri from the 2010 census to the 2020…
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Missouri’s Yellowstone Ranch: 164-Acre Luxury Equestrian Estate
Experience the pinnacle of equestrian excellence at Double Down Ranch. From its 18,000-square-foot master-crafted residence to a 60,000-square-foot climate-controlled arena—dubbed the finest in the world—this 164-acre Missouri estate is a rare masterpiece where…
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Missouri Television History
Tuning In to the Show-Me State: A Deep Dive into Missouri’s TV Heritage Missouri’s television history is a story of “firsts.” From hosting one of the nation’s earliest stations to becoming a global…
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The Bloodiest 47 Acres: Visiting the “Haunted” Missouri State Penitentiary
For 168 years, the Missouri State Penitentiary was a place you’d do anything to avoid. Today, however, “The Walls” stand as one of the most compelling historical sites in the Midwest. Opened in…
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Missouri’s 200-Year-Old Typo (That No One Wants to Fix)
Why The State Flag Has A Major Error Hidden In Plain Sight If you have ever sat through one of my “Missouri Legends” talks, you know I can get a bit… passionate. Today,…
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Best St. Louis Cardinals Teams of All Time
The St. Louis Cardinals are one of the most storied franchises in baseball, with a history of winning that dates back to the late 19th century. Even with all that success, the team…
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First Town in Missouri With Electricity
The Night Missouri Switched on the Lights: The Story of the “Electric City” When we think of the late 19th-century “Electric Revolution,” our minds usually go straight to the bustling streets of New…
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Missouri’s Famous NASCAR Drivers
4 Legendary Drivers and 3 Iconic Tracks Missouri has produced some of the most legendary names in NASCAR history, ranging from technical masters to “big event” specialists. Here is a breakdown of the…
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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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The Biggest Cities in Missouri 125 Years Ago
In 1900, Missouri was the 5th Most Populous State In 1900, Missouri was a powerhouse of the American Midwest. This era marked the height of the “Gilded Age” influence on the state, with…
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Inside The $49 Million “Evergreen Crystal Palace”
One Of The Most Striking Homes in Missouri Sits on a Cliff Overlooking Table Rock Lake Perched 200 feet above the shimmering waters of Table Rock Lake sits a structure that defies convention.…
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Best Places to Live in Missouri
The Top Towns To Call Home in the Show Me State NOTE: After getting hundreds of messages about this story, I think it’s important to point out that I have lived in over…
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The History of Soulard Mardi Gras
From a House Party to a Phenomenon While New Orleans may hold the crown, St. Louis officially stakes its claim as the second-largest Mardi Gras celebration in the United States. But before the…
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From Scandal to State Park: The Secret History of Echo Bluff
Why Missouri’s Newest State Park Was Once a “Forbidden” Destination For decades, this 476-acre stretch of land along Sinking Creek was a “hush-hush” destination for very different reasons. Long before it was a…
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Brief History of Soulard
On February 10, 1841: Julia Soulard begins giving land to the City of St. Louis for use as a public market. The story of the oldest public market west of the Mississippi isn’t…
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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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19 Missouri Postcards That Show Our History
These “paper snapshots” act as a visual timeline of the Show-Me State’s evolution. Missouri’s story isn’t just found in history books; it’s captured in the saturated colors and handwritten scrawl of vintage postcards.…
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The Wealthiest Zip Codes in Missouri
What are the wealthiest cities in Missouri? When it comes to wealth in Missouri, the St. Louis “West County” corridor and specific enclaves in Kansas City consistently hold the top spots. In addition…
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Vehicles Made in Missouri: Past & Present
From Corvette to El Camino to F-150: The History of Auto Manufacturing in Missouri Missouri has a deep-rooted history in automotive manufacturing. At one point, the Show Me State ranked second only to…
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Division Street: The Petty Reason Behind Springfield’s Most Famous Boundary
April 4th, 1887: Springfield and North Springfield become one city. Ever wonder why Springfield’s Division Street sounds so… literal? It’s not just a random name; it’s a scar from a decades-old rivalry. Back…
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Missouri’s White House: Inside the Gilded Age Grandeur of 25 Portland Place
The Crown Jewel of St. Louis Architecture Located in the prestigious Central West End, 25 Portland Place is a crown jewel of St. Louis architecture. This Beaux-Arts mansion, often referred to as the…
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Inside the Rivercene Mansion: Mid-Missouri’s “Second Empire” Landmark
The Rivercene Mansion: A Steamboat Captain’s Grand Legacy Standing tall near New Franklin and Boonville, the Rivercene Mansion is more than just a historic residence—it is a masterpiece of Second Empire architecture. Built…
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Coldest Days in Missouri History
The Lowest Temperatures Ever Recorded in the Show Me State Missouri’s past is peppered with deep freezes that would make even Truman the Tiger reach for a wool scarf. In a strange twist…
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St. Louis City vs. County: The Nasty History of the 1876 Divorce
The Nasty Split — That Has Gotten Nastier Over The Years The idea of separating the city of St. Louis from St. Louis County was officially decided on August 22, 1876. Ironically, the…
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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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Imperial Estate on the Missouri Bluffs
Missouri’s Hidden European Estate: The Historic Imperial Mansion on the Mississippi 110 Overlook Court in Imperial, Missouri, is a historic estate designed by the famous architectural firm Maritz & Young in 1928. The…
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11 Oldest Settlements in Missouri Every History Buff Needs to See
Step Back in Time: The Oldest Towns in Missouri to Visit Today Rank City Founding Date 1. Sainte Genevieve 1735 2. St. Louis 1764 3. St. Charles 1769 4. New Madrid 1778 5.…
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The Missouri Mystery: Where Did The Phrase “The Show Me State” Come From?
The Secrets Behind Our Motto There are two things you need to know about The Show Me State motto: “The Show Me State” is a long-standing nickname for Missouri. It has come to…
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First Missouri Million Dollar Masterpiece
The Very First “Million Dollar Masterpiece” I Profiled is Back on the Market… and Much More Expensive 1318 South Jones Mill Lane, Springfield I started doing Million Dollar Masterpieces back in 2000 on…
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The Slave-Owning Missourian Who Helped End Slavery
“…a slave-owning Missouri senator from a slave state was the co-author and co-sponsor of the bill that prohibited slavery in the United States.” Here is a story that changed the course of United…
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Missouri’s Gilded Age Mansion on the Bluffs
Rockcliffe Mansion in Hannibal is one of the most stunning homes ever built in Missouri.
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Missouri’s Borrowed City Names
Athens, Amsterdam, Monterey, Paris, and Versailles. I know exactly what you are thinking. Yes, those are some of the most picturesque places in Missouri. Let’s face it, the world has been around a…
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Reality TV Stars from Missouri
Missouri has had dozens of contestants in a variety of shows Why are there so many Reality TV Stars from Missouri? There are likely some reasons you don’t often think about. My TV…
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Missouri’s Richest 2025: Billionaires with Local Connections
Several of the richest Americans call Missouri their home.
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Missourians in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Yes, there are a lot of Missourians in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. When the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame opened its doors in Cleveland in 1986, the first class…
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Why Missouri Has a Bootheel
The Political Deal That Shaped the State’s Southern Border Missouri wasn’t supposed to have a bootheel. It wasn’t planned to be this way and it wasn’t included in the original maps. But a…
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The Mormon Extermination Order in Missouri: A Tragic History
The history of Mormons in Missouri The history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Missouri is more tragic than most people realize. The Mormon Church has a large presence…
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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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Born in Missouri: The Origins of Osteopathic Medicine
In 1874, Osteopathic Medicine was invented in the Show Me State Osteopathic Medicine is one of the fastest growing medical specialties in the world. It used to be viewed as a fringe type…
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Historic Missouri Church For Sale
This landmark dates back a century and was the home of a future pope for a time If you are in the market for a large home — then how about a massive…
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How Missouri Saved the World’s Wine Industry
California and France have Missouri to thank for their famous wine industries Missouri’s wine industry has an amazing history and is still thriving today. The area in mid-Missouri known as Wine Country attracts…
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Missouri’s President for a Day: David Rice Atchison
Senator David Rice Atchison may have been the United States President for 24-hours. The official US records beg to differ. (Atchison) “…was on Sunday, by virtue of his office, President of the United…
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St. Louis’ Most Exclusive Neighborhoods
Missouri Mansions Series Westmoreland and Portland Place are two historic private streets located in St. Louis. These streets are known for their grand mansions and affluent residents. Westmoreland Place: Westmoreland Place is a…
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Stunning Estate on the Bluffs in Missouri
Missouri Mansions Series The Nims Mansion is located along the bluffs of the Mississippi River in Oakville. It was designed in 1929 by the prominent St. Louis architectural firm Maritz & Young. Thie…
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Imperial Estate along the Mississippi River
Missouri Mansions Series 525 Ticino Drive is a historic estate situated on approximately 121 acres overlooking the Mississippi River near Imperial. The mansion was originally built in 1915 and expanded in 1975 to…
