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Kernels of Culture: Maize Around the World (May 3, 2024 – March 31, 2025) at the Stephen and Peter Sachs Museum at the Missouri Botanical Garden focuses on the complex […]
The State Historical Society of Missouri recently opened a new exhibition Daily Disney: Walt Disney in the Funny Pages to celebrate the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Co., founded […]
Immerse your senses with the sights, sounds, and aromatic smells of authentic German food, music, and activities. Hosted each weekend in October, the festival features events focused on German Heritage. […]
Experience the beauty of Hermann with local and regional artists exhibiting their dynamic works and live demos in many locations throughout town on the First Fridays of April, May, September […]
A series of six exhibitions and presentations, curated and implemented by Dr. Billie Follensbee, Museum Studies Program Coordinator, exploring the history and culture of the Ozarks October 2024-September 2025 at […]
Come and immerse yourself in the charm and beauty of historic Liberty, Missouri, at the 1st annual Art on the Side: Plein Air Liberty event! On Saturday, October 5th, from […]
Experience the 45th Olde Tyme Apple Festival in downtown Versailles, MO. This vibrant event offers an array of vendors, live music, dance performances, food, artisans, car shows, and more.
Throughout George Washington Carver’s life many women mentored and guided him along his journey to earn an education. These women, often maternal figures and spiritual mentors, encouraged him to succeed.
Throughout George Washington Carver’s life many women mentored and guided him along his journey to earn an education. These women, often maternal figures and spiritual mentors, encouraged him to succeed.
"Behind the Scenes with Missouri Humanities: America 250 Community Celebration Planning" Join Ashley Beard-Fosnow, Howard Fisk, and Jim Oldebeken to discuss community plans across the state to commemorate the semiquincentennial […]
The State Historical Society of Missouri invites the public to visit a new exhibition, Wild Missouri – the ART of Conservation, open now through March 29, 2025, at the SHSMO […]
Seven years after the current Missouri Capitol opened, a grand day was organized to dedicate the building. All 114 counties were invited to send queen representatives, floats and musicians. More […]
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