Rollin’ Down the River: Exploring the Mighty Missouri – Midwest Genealogy Center
In 2016, Larry Campbell spent seven weeks following the Missouri River by car from its (official) source in Three Forks, MT to where it empties into the Mississippi River near St. Louis. Pictures, stories, history, scenery, and people – all are built into this armchair-traveler presentation.
Rollin’ Down the River: Exploring the Mighty Missouri – Blue Springs South
In 2016, Larry Campbell spent seven weeks following the Missouri River by car from its (official) source in Three Forks, MT to where it empties into the Mississippi River near St. Louis. Pictures, stories, history, scenery, and people – all are built into this armchair-traveler presentation.
Rollin’ Down the River: Exploring the Mighty Missouri – Woodneath Library Center
In 2016, Larry Campbell spent seven weeks following the Missouri River by car from its (official) source in Three Forks, MT to where it empties into the Mississippi River near St. Louis. Pictures, stories, history, scenery, and people – all are built into this armchair-traveler presentation.
Preserved! The 1859 Jail Museum
David Jackson, local historian, will be presenting information about his book “Lockdown” and will be giving an overview of the history of the 1859 Jail.
Credit Where Credit Is Overdue: The World War I Valor Medal Review
Timothy Westcott, Damon Grosvenor, and Martin Roberson of Park University’s George S. Robb Centre for the Study of the Great War, talk to the Library’s Anne Kniggendorf about their ongoing research into African American, Asian American, Hispanic American, Jewish American, and Native American service members who may have been denied the Medal of Honor due to racial or religious discrimination.
The Story of the Buffalo Soldiers
Experience the history of the African American Buffalo Soldiers, and discover how they distinguished themselves, from the American frontier to the battlefields of World War II.
The Trail of Tears: Missouri History Series-Lexington
Examine the social and political history of the forced resettlement of native people through Missouri.
House History Boot Camp
Join us for a comprehensive course that delves into the art of house history research. We’ll guide you through the wealth of resources available in the Missouri Valley Room and introduce you to digital tools that can be accessed from the comfort of your own home.