Exploring Missouri and Beyond

Jefferson City is a place where government, heritage, and small-city warmth meet. https://www.carenlibby.com/Exploring-Jefferson-City

Harry Truman worked his first job at Clinton’s Drug Store in downtown Independence when he was 14 years old.

THINGS TO DO IN COLUMBIA

Experience Katy Trail State Park, the nation's longest developed rail-trail. It’s located south of Columbia, offering picturesque cycling and walking routes through Missouri River bottomlands and scenic bluffs.

Attend a performance at The Missouri Theatre, a meticulously restored historic venue, established in 1928, which serves as the home of the Columbia Philharmonic and hosts a diverse range of live events throughout the year.

Discover an extensive university collection at the Museum of Art and Archaeology. It has ancient Egyptian artifacts and works by European masters. It’s located on the Mizzou campus, is free and accessible to the public.

Explore one of Missouri’s premier dining destinations in Downtown Columbia's Restaurant Row. It features chefs recognized by the James Beard Foundation and longstanding local favorites. https://www.visitcolumbiamo.com/