April 21, 1955

On this date in history, the first polio vaccine arrives in Missouri.


April 20, 1982

On this date in Missouri history, Thousands of bowling fans attend the groundbreaking for the International Bowling Hall of Fame.


April 19, 1983

On this date in Missouri history, the St. Louis Blues are sold by Ralston Purina to a group in Saskatchewan for $12 million. Fans were shocked and the NHL tried to block the deal, which eventually fell through.


April 17, 1892

On this date in Missouri history: Fountain Day begins in Kansas City, which ranks behind only Rome, Italy, in the number of fountains in one city.


April 9, 1917

On this date in Missouri history, the State Park Fund is created to develop Missouri state parks.


‘Exploring Missouri’s German Heritage’ Documentary Premieres

Missouri Life Media film debuts at Stone Hill Winery. Tickets include a special gift bag that includes two books, Little Germany on Missouri and Explores Missouri’s German Heritage.


April 5, 1921

On this date in Missouri history, the citizens of St. James elect the first female mayor in the state.


April 4, 2006

On this day in Missouri history, the third version of Busch Stadium opens in St. Louis.


March 31, 2017

Missouri History Today is a daily post that chronicles important events and dates in the Show-Me State.


March 30, 1984

Missouri History Today is a daily post by Missouri Life magazine about an event or date important for the Show-Me State.