Statehood
Aug 10, 1821
Missouri
Capital
Jefferson City
Nickname
Show Me State
Missouri
About
The US state of Missouri is located in the Midwestern region. It is the 21st largest state in terms of sheer land size. Missouri is bordered by eight other states. Its largest metropolitan area is that of Greater St. Louis. The state's official mammal is the Missouri Mule. It was the 24th state to join the Union.
Trivia
The world's largest beer producer Anheuser-Busch calls the state home. Notable figures from Missouri include Chuck Berry, Walt Disney, and Mark Twain. St. Louis is home to the recognizable Gateway Arch.
