Missouri

Missouri is a state located in the Midwestern United States. Missouri is called the "Show Me State," because its people have a reputation for believing only what they see. Its name is an Algonquin Indian term meaning "river of the big canoes." Originally home to a number of Indian tribes, the state entered the Union in 1821. Today, more than half the population lives in Missouri's two major cities--Kansas City and St. Louis. The dogwood is the state tree, the bluebird is the state bird and the capital is Jefferson City.

News

 * Missouri Becomes Third State to Introduce Academic Freedom Legislation on Teaching of Evolution Missouri Rep. Wayne Cooper has introduced HB 2554. Evolution News and Views. April 3, 2008