Missouri is one of the 12 Midwestern states in the United States. The state has over 6,000 known caves, earning it the nickname The Cave State. The Gateway Arch in St. Louis is a monument that symbolizes Missouri’s role as a gateway to the western United States.
- Capital – Jefferson City
- Admitted to the Union – August 10, 1821 (24th state)
We visited the state of Missouri a few times, more recently in 2022 when we visited the capital building in Jefferson city.