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Runge Nature Center
Conservation Museum with several walking trails. BIRD WATCHING - (A list of 100 species have been recorded from the area. Get the Audubon Society of Missouri Conservation Area Bird List.) DEMONSTRATIONS - (
Jefferson City, MO MuseumsMissouri State Highway Safety Education Center
The museum features five completely equipped patrol cars dating from 1931 to the present; gun, alcohol, drug and seat belt displays;
Jefferson City, MO MuseumsEllis Porter/Riverside Park
Olympic size swimming pool, playground, athletic trails, BBQ grills and picnic areas.
Jefferson City, MO ParksMissouri Veterans and Law Enforcement Memorials
Limestone colonnade with terraced waterfall, reflecting pool and the eight monoliths of Veterans'
Jefferson City, MO MemorialsEagle Knoll Golf Club
18-hole golf course with driving range--10 miles N of Jefferson City.
Jefferson City, MO Golf CoursesMissouri Governor's Mansion
Official residence of Missouri's First Family, constructed in 1871
Jefferson City, MO Famous HomesMissouri State Archives
The Missouri State Archives is the state's largest repository of historical records dating from 1770
Jefferson City, MO GenealogyCole County Park
80 acre park off Country Club Drive near the fairgrounds. Fishing in 8-acre lake. Walking paths.
Jefferson City, MO RecreationRunge Nature Center
The center includes a 3,000 sq. ft. exhibit hall, a large fish aquarium, wildlife viewing area and five hiking trails. BIRD WATCHING - (A list of 100 species have been recorded from the area. Get the Audubon Society of Missouri Conservation Area Bird List.) DEMONSTRATIONS - (
Jefferson City, MO Nature Centers