category : Genealogy
The Society actively collects materials related to Missouri history. The Society preserves paintings, political cartoons, fine art prints, photographs, newspapers, maps, and the written records of individuals, families, and organizations.

Society operations support six research centers across Missouri, in Cape Girardeau, Columbia, Kansas City, Rolla, Saint Louis, and Springfield. The regional centers allow patrons to view collections and conduct research locally.

Admission: Free
Hours: Year-round
Address: 605 Elm Street
Phone: 573-882-7083
Our Email: contact@shsmo.org
Our Website:shsmo.org

Come visit us in Columbia, Missouri

Attractions and Upcoming Events

University of Missouri - Museum of Anthropology

Since 1885, the Museum's collections of anthropological, archaeological and ethnographic objects have prompted visitors and scholars to broaden their understanding of human behavior, past and present.

Columbia, MO Museums

Martin Luther King Memorial Garden

A public work of art with Dr. King's writings, landscaped gardens, gathering place next to MKT Trail.

Columbia, MO Gardens

Rock Bridge Memorial State Park

Devil's Icebox Cave, natural rock bridge and numerous sinkholes in Rock Bridge Memorial State Park are part of large limestone cave system dating back thousands of years. Picnic sites and trails.

Columbia, MO State Parks

L.A. Nickell Golf Course

18-Hole public course, driving range, continuous cart paths, riding carts. Call for tee time 573-447-4166

Columbia, MO Golf Courses

University Concet Series

Broadway musicals, comedy, 60

Columbia, MO Theatres

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State Historical Society of Missouri