The history of Missouri begins with settlement of the region by indigenous people during the Paleo-Indian period beginning in about 12,000 BC. Subsequent periods of native life emerged until the 17th …

As a trustee of the state, the Society expanded its mission to collect, preserve and publish materials that support the understanding of the history and culture of Missouri.

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Dec 28, 2025 · Before the European conquest the land that was to become Missouri was the home of a diverse group of indigenous peoples. Indeed, humans have inhabited the area since about 9000 bce, …

The following timeline reflects the period after European settlers arrived in the area that is now Missouri. Indigenous groups that lived in the area at the time included the Osage, Otoe-Missouria, and Ioway.

Mar 1, 2024 · A year-by-year look at the biggest moments in Missouri history on a timeline. From before statehood to current day events.

Nov 9, 2009 · Missouri, the Show Me State, was admitted to the United States in 1821 as part of the Missouri Compromise.

Missouri was organized as a territory in 1812 and was admitted to the Union as the 24th state on August 10, 1821. Missouri was the second state (after Louisiana) of the Louisiana Purchase to be admitted …

Timeline of important dates and major events in the history of Missouri. Illustrated list of events and people from our today in history archives.

Missouri (see pronunciation) is a landlocked state in the Midwestern region of the United States. [6] Ranking 21st in land area, it borders Iowa to the north, Illinois, Kentucky and Tennessee to the east, …