Life-size bronze statue honoring the 1st Kansas Colored Volunteer Infantry, the first uniformed all Black American unit to fight in the Civil War. The unit fought in the October 1862 Battle of Island Mound, also known as the Battle of Fort Toothman.

Located in the historic 18th and Vine Jazz District, the American Jazz Museum showcases the sights and sounds of a uniquely American art form through interactive exhibits and films, the Changing Gallery, the Blue Room jazz club and the Gem Theater, a 500-seat performing arts center. We offer education and community-based programs, traveling exhibits, live musical performances and other special events. Admission: $8; younger than 12, $3.

A statue of John William "Blind" Boone sits in the park named in his honor. Blind Boone was a brilliant musician who grew up in Warrensburg. This restored park features a scent garden, wind harp, gazebo and reflexology path. Ideal for family outings or quiet contemplation.

Located in a police/fire station dating to 1908. The museum is designed to show what life was like along the banks of the Mississippi River. Features rotating exhibits and educational programs. Open April-December. Admission, $2.

We have a large tasting room and massive deck overlooking the vineyards, lake and rolling hills. Chandler Hill is reminiscent of Napa Valley and Northern Italy. Offering full-service dining; free music every weekend. We can accommodate 350 for weddings and private events. No outside food or beverages allowed.

Established in 1857, the 145-stall City Market is one of the largest farmers markets in the region. Merchants and vendors offer a variety of fresh produce, meats, seafood, flowers, specialty foods and other items from local farms as well as around the world. There is an extensive events calendar from April through October including concerts, food festivals and children's activities. The City Market is home to a unique collection of gift shops and restaurants; also the Arabia Steamboat Museum, which hosts one of the largest collections of pre-Civil War artifacts in the world.

Full service group tour, package and receptive services. We specialize in tours which include historic lodging and dining establishments. Tours are custom designed to match your market criteria: leisure, student education, historical, corporate and group arrangements. Site selection and screening, financial arrangements and payment to tour providers, hotels, and ground transportation companies. Marketing support and on-site hosting available. Special arrangements for travelers from the United Kingdom, Canada and Europe.

The Eugene Field House is the home of Roswell Field, the lawyer for Dred Scott and his family when they sued for their freedom. Because of Roswell’s involvement in this historically significant trial, the house is a National Historic Landmark. The House is the birthplace and childhood home of Roswell’s son, Eugene Field, The Children's Poet. Closed national holidays. Admission: $5; ages 4-11, $1.

In our eighth year, our Saturday morning tradition provides fresh produce picked within 24 hours of the market and brought to you by the farmers who grow it. Enjoy live music, special events, kids activities, farm fresh eggs, nuts, honey, pastas, homemade jelly, organic meats and made-to-order omelets. Also many specialty vendors with everything from cut flowers and bedding plants to hand-painted artwork and small-batch soaps. If it's homemade, handmade or fresh and tasty, you can find it at our market.Open May-October.

Ride the tram to the top of this 630-foot stainless steel monument, which is part of the Core of Discovery, a downtown St. Louis family attractions district. The Arch was designed by architect Eero Saarinen during a national competition held in 1947. Construction began in 1963 and was completed on October 28, 1965. The foundation for the Gateway Arch extends 60 feet into the ground. The Museum of Westward Expansion, two theaters, the Museum Store and the Levee Mercantile Store are located within the base of the structure.

The memorial includes the Gateway Arch, the Museum of Westward Expansion, and the Old Courthouse. Ride the tram to the top of the Gateway Arch; view a film; enjoy the extensive collection of artifacts and history of the American West in the museum; learn about the infamous freedom trials of Dred Scott which took place at the Old Courthouse. Operated by the National Park Service.

Visitors to La Maison de Guibourd will experience the story of its owner and builder, Jacques Guibourd. This Frenchman came to Ste. Genevieve at the end of the 18th century. Explore an authentic 1806 home constructed in the French Colonial style, its displays, furnishings and beautiful gardens. Admission: $4; age 55+, $3.50; age 6-18, $2. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Special tours anytime by appointment. I-55, exit 150.

Housed in an 1846 Cumberland Presbyterian Church, the museum features exhibits on the Osage Indians, Pony Express, steamboats, Civil War, coal mining, and Wentworth Military Academy. There is a memorial to the victims of the Saluda steamboat disaster.

Open May - October.

Admission: $2; ages 6-18, $1.

University established in 1866 by Civil War soldiers, primarily Missourians of the United States 62nd and 65th Colored Infantry. Lincoln was one of the first historically black colleges in the United States.

In December 2001, the Meachum site was dedicated as part of the National Park Service's Underground Railroad Network to Freedom. The nine-acre site on the St. Louis Riverfront Trail, three miles north of downtown St. Louis, just north of the Merchant’s Bridge. A rest stop and native plant nursery are housed in a former Coast Guard boat facility. The building features a spacious deck overlooking the river. It is staffed during peak periods by the Grace Hill AmeriCorps Trail Rangers, who provide directions, general and mechanical assistance.

The McClure Archives houses documents concerning the history of the University of Central Missouri; information about alumni; and a broad collection of ethnographic, historical, and biological materials. Located on the first floor of the James C. Kirkpatrick Library.

The Missouri State Archives, created in 1965, is the official repository for all state records of permanent value. The Archives identifies, collects, preserves, and makes available the permanent and historically valuable records of Missouri's state and local governments. The Archives is an outstanding facility for genealogical and historical research, with documents dating from 1770.

A beautiful hilltop location with a spectacular view, overlooking the architectural beauty of St. Joseph. Four guestrooms, all with antique furniture, private bath, fluffy towels, fresh flowers, luxury linens, DirecTV, air conditioning, specialty lotions and soaps, and sounds-of-nature clocks. A hearty breakfast is served on fine china. We will share information on what to see and do in St. Joseph and the surrounding area. This inn is biker friendly. We are 35 minutes north of Kansas City Airport.

This museum serves as a tribute to all branches of the armed forces, along with those serving the homefront, and their contributions to our country. Exhibits include military vehicles, uniforms, gear, tools and equipment. The 1890 brick building, designed by architect Harvey Ellis, was St. Joseph's first police station. Admission: $2; younger than 18, 50 cents.

This five-hundred-square-foot glass mosaic is located in the Missouri Welcome Center/Rest Area on Interstate 35 between the Iowa border and Eagleville. The colorful mural displays the prairie landscapes, common people and uncommon history of northwest Missouri. Southbound I-35 at mile marker 112.

This 1907 two-story brick school building offers four second-floor guestrooms, each with a private bathroom, central heat and air, hair dryer, ceiling fans, coffee makers and antiques. TV/DVD/VCR in the wide upstairs hallway. Three guestrooms have jetted tubs or Bain Ultra Thermo Masseur tubs for two. Guests are treated to a full breakfast. Covered deck, flowers and country wildlife on two acres. No smoking.

We offer executive king rooms with plush-top king size beds, a sitting area, and microwave and mini fridge; poolside bunk bed rooms with sleeping arrangements for the entire family with a king bed, bunk beds and a sleeper sofa; and two-room suites. Located off I-29, across from East Hills Mall; two miles from Missouri Western State University. Our hotel features more than 6,900 square feet of banquet and meeting space. The Ramada is the home of Monkey Cove Water Park, which is open year-round.

The River Campus Art Gallery is part of the Earl and Margie Holland School of Visual and Performing Arts at the River Campus of Southeast Missouri State University. Features include works by faculty, students and visiting artists. The collection includes three thematic areas: archaeology, history and fine art. Many Mississippian ceramics from the Beckwith Collection are on permanent display.

The River Campus sits on the banks of the Mississippi River, adjacent to a shaded park with walking paths, a gazebo and sweeping views of the river.

We cover the Missouri outdoors in a unique style in our monthly news magazine. Our specialty is first-hand reports on outdoor adventures to specific places in Missouri, written by knowledgeable outdoor writers. We focus on things to do and places to go in Show-Me State: fishing; floating; camping; hiking; hunting; birding; wildlife-watching; history; and interesting people. Watch our website for frequent updates on Missouri outdoor news. Become a fan at http://www.facebook.com/RiverHillsTraveler to get regular updates in your News Feed. Order a free print issue by phone, or sign up for a free three-month trial subscription (no strings attached) on our Web site.

This Inn offers quaint Victorian enchantments. The three guestrooms have private baths. Enjoy the outdoor hot tub, the screened-in back porch and garden hideaways. A spacious lawn and serene gardens enfold this 1880s home. The property boasts a grand hall with a magnificent burled walnut arch and staircase, and a 1927 Steinway baby grand piano. Located three blocks from the brick paved streets of downtown. No smoking.