Melodies Illuminated

The Candlelight Concert series takes classical music and elevates the experience with thousands of candles to create a warm, intimate listening atmosphere. These concerts will be held in Columbia, Jefferson City, Kansas City, and St. Louis.


Dirt Bikes, Mountain Bikes, and More

From the motocross course to the mountain bike trails to the swimming beach to the campgrounds, there's a little something for everyone at Finger Lakes State Park. Once a coal mine, it's now one of Boone County's most popular spots for recreation.


William Duncan Vandiver

Willard Duncan Vandiver, Who Linked Missouri to the Phrase “Show Me,” Dies: May 30, 1932

William Duncan Vandiver, congressman from Missouri who is perhaps most known for saying "I'm from Missouri, you've got to show me," died on this date in 1932.


The Missouri Teachers Association is Founded: May 21, 1856

The Missouri State Teachers Association was founded in Columbia. It was one of the nation's first organization for teachers.


Fascinating Fungi

There are thousands of mushrooms waiting to be found in Missouri.


The Best Things We Ate in 2020

In an atypical year for food, our staff got creative in the kitchen.


75 YEARS OF PHOTOS

You still have time to see Small Towns, Big Stories, a free exhibit documenting 75 years of the Missouri Photo Workshop, which photographs small Missouri towns annually. Peek into the changes of our landscape and culture as you view 121 images.


Delight In Lights This Holiday Season

Do you delight in twinkling lights and spectacular sights during the holidays? Do you find joy in dazzling displays of illuminated Christmas characters, ornaments, and more? Then this magical, free drive-through light display fills the bill.


Missouri History Today December 10, 1921: Boone Hospital Opens For Patients

Missouri History Today December 10, 1921: Boone Hospital Opens For Patients


Missouri History Today September 14, 2008: Tropical Depression Ike Drenches Missouri

Missouri History Today September 14, 2008: Tropical Depression Ike Drenches Missouri