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Need inspiration for trips in Jefferson City? Looking to see historic attractions, explore our food scene, take in a play, or shop until you drop?  Take a look at our blog to get an insider look at all JCMO has to offer. Discover what makes our city unforgettable! 

Ride the Amtrak Missouri River Runner: Arts and Entertainment

Welcome to Missouri’s historic capital city! Jefferson City is the heart of the Amtrak Missouri River Runner route with the station’s location ideal for those planning a trip to explore things to do in downtown Jefferson City. Here are some activities within walking distance you’ll enjoy! Capitol…

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Ride the Amtrak Missouri River Runner: Historic Attractions

Welcome to Missouri’s historic capital city! Jefferson City is the heart of the Amtrak Missouri River Runner route with the station’s location ideal for those planning a trip to explore downtown Jefferson City’s attractions on foot. Here are historic staples you can’t miss. Visitors arriving will…

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Fall for JCMO This September 🍂

Fab Four at the CRMU Amphitheater The Emmy Award Winning Fab Four is elevated far above every other Beatles Tribute due to their precise attention to detail. With uncanny, note-for-note live renditions of Beatles' classics such as "Can't Buy Me Love," "Yesterday," "A Day In The Life," "Twist And…

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Historical Figures: Kate Richards O'Hare

“I am dangerous to the invisible government of the United States; I am dangerous to the special privileges of the United States; … I thank God that at this hour I am dangerous to the war profiteers of this country, who rob the people on the one hand and rob and degrade the government on the other;……

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Salute to America: A JCMO Tradition

Every year, Independence Day festivities are celebrated throughout the United States. It’s a time to celebrate and thank those before us for founding this great country. Regardless of where you are, many choose to celebrate it the same way: with fireworks, patriotic music, and a lot of hotdogs. If…

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Inside the Walls: Recreation at the Missouri State Penitentiary

Located in the lower lot of the Missouri State Penitentiary (MSP) sits an overgrown pavilion, overlooking a parking lot filled with the state vehicle fleet. Look closer, and you will see remnants of rusting gym equipment and a basketball court which, together with the pavilion that once served as…

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Travel Guide: Jefferson City

When we’re planning a trip, we very rarely look in our own backyard. However, this season of travel will be a bit different for us, with Brad moving to a more demanding role at work. With this being said – we will be traveling more within our state than outside of it. To kick off Season 3 we decided…

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Travel Forward During National Travel & Tourism Week

Happy National Travel and Tourism Week! Established in 1983, National Travel and Tourism Week is an annual tradition to mark the U.S. travel industry’s role in stimulating economic growth, cultivating vibrant communities, creating quality job opportunities, stimulating business activity, and…

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Historical Figures: Blanche Caldwell Barrow

"Just a minute,” Blanche Barrow told the sheriff at the door. This code alerted her husband, Buck, who shortly began firing on law enforcement. It was 1 a.m. on July 20, 1933, and Platte County police had descended upon the infamous Barrow gang after receiving a tip about the license plate on Clyde…

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