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Location
Visitor tip
Book Capitol tours in advance using the new online reservation system (effective June 1, 2026) or call 573-751-2854, as tours are popular and avoid wait times
Best time
Visit on Friday mornings or weekday mornings to avoid crowds, especially when the legislature is in session during weekdays
Visitor tip
Request a guided tour to get deeper historical context about Missouri's artifacts and the art throughout the building, as the murals and paintings tell rich stories that self-guided visitors might miss
About Missouri State Museum
Historical exhibits at the state capitol. History museum in the state capitol showing Missouri's natural & cultural development.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Natural History Museum
- Location
- Missouri State Capitol, Jefferson City
- Highlights
- Capitol tours, Missouri history exhibits, Elizabeth Rozier Gallery with rotating exhibits
- Contact
- 573-751-2854 for tour reservations
What visitors say
Impressive Missouri State Capitol. Worth a look inside. Lots of history to view and read about. Great outdoor grounds with multiple photo opportunities on every side. Free admission.
The Missouri State Museum is located inside the Missouri State Capitol. It's beautiful, and there's no waiting in line. You can learn about Missouri's history and buy Missouri-related souvenirs. It's completely free, and the staff are…
Beautiful State Capitol! The museum inside had lots of history and artifacts. You can also walk throughout the Capitol building.
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Did You Know?
- The Missouri State Capitol features Thomas Hart Benton murals from 1936 titled 'A Social History of the State of Missouri,' which were considered scandalous for their realistic depiction of everyday activities like diaper changing and political figures, contrasting with traditional heroic portrayals in other state capitols
- The Missouri State Museum offers completely free admission to visitors, making it an accessible educational resource for exploring Missouri's natural and cultural history without cost
- The museum is located within the Missouri State Capitol building itself, allowing visitors to view legislative sessions from observation galleries and potentially interact with local legislators
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