Missouri “Firsts”

55 years ago

Landmark Moments By Missourians Missouri may not be one of the "first" states, but we certainly have our fair share…

The Missouri State Seal and Flag

55 years ago

In my opinion, the Missouri State Seal and Flag need to be fixed. If you have ever heard one of…

Race Car Drivers From Missouri

55 years ago

From NASCAR to Indy Cars and everything in between, here are the top race car drivers from Missouri Missouri has…

Brief History of Negro National Leagues

55 years ago

February 13, 1920: The Negro National League is formed in Kansas City. Paseo YMCA in Kansas CityPublic Domain A meeting…

Brief History of Soulard

55 years ago

On February 10, 1841: Julia Soulard begins giving land to the City of St. Louis for use as a public…

Missouri’s President for a Day: David Rice Atchison

55 years ago

Senator David Rice Atchison may have been the United States President for 24-hours. The official US records beg to differ.…

Nelly’s Big Moment

55 years ago

February 1, 2004 Nelly performs at Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show. Nelly performing at 2004 Super Bowl Halftime Show Cornell…

Why is “Uncle Sam” Buried in Missouri?

55 years ago

He came to Missouri several times and died here in 1932 "Probably no globe trotter in history has ever achieved…

The First Female Mayor in Missouri

55 years ago

1921: The citizens of St. James elect the first female mayor in the state. Mayme Hanrahan OusleyFirst Female Mayor in…

Powell Hall History

55 years ago

January 24, 1968: Powell Hall converts from a movie theater to a Symphony Hall. Interior of the hall The St.…

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