Jefferson City in Callaway County, Missouri — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)

Bicentennial Monument

Cole County, Missouri side of the marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), March 21, 2021

1. Cole County, Missouri side of the marker

Inscription.

Bicentennial Monument. . Cole County, Missouri Established November 16, 1820. Dedicated in this bicentennial year to those who have given life to Cole County, from the generations of Ancient Ones before the settlers of European and African lineage who formed our communities and developed our commerce; who established Missouri's permanent capital and defended it from removal threats; who fought our wars and who guard our peace; who broke the sod and have maintained our agricultural heritage; who advocated for quality public education for all; who have served the public good with courage, commitment, and faith; and to the nameless and the famous citizens alike who have, through their efforts, made and make Cole County a great place to live.

Callaway County, Missouri Established November 25, 1820. Callaway County, named for Captain James Callaway, grandson of the pioneer Daniel Boone, was organized on November 25, 1820, from a portion of Montgomery County. Comprise of 847 square miles, it is the seventh largest county in the state. Cote Sans Dessein, in southern Callaway County on the Missouri River, was the first permanent settlement in 1808. Fulton, centrally located, became the county seat in 1825. Native Americans, Africans, Western Europeans and eventually a variety of nationalities brought diversity and a wealth of talents to the area. Early crops included tobacco, hemp, and grains. Callaway County's mule industry brought state and national attention in the 1900's. Agriculture, railroads, industry, nuclear energy, and educational and state institutions expanded growth and prosperity during the past two centuries. Callawegians are self-reliant, hardworking, forward-thinking, community-minded, and committed to a better future for all. This monument is dedicated in 2020 to that enduring spirit.

Boone County Established November 16, 1820. Boone County was organized November 16, 1820, from a portion of Howard County. Named for pioneer Daniel Boone, it developed because of its proximity to transportation--the Boone's Lick Trail, the Missouri River, later the railroads, and still later, the road and highway system; its abundant natural resources; and its premier educational institutions, including the University of Missouri, Stephens College, and Christian (later Columbia College). This bicentennial monument, erected in 2020, is dedicated to the people of Boone County, who are resilient in the face of adversity, demonstrate leadership in the region, and are committed to the betterment of the community at large.

Cole County, Missouri
Established November 16, 1820 Dedicated in this bicentennial year to those who have given life to Cole County, from the generations of Ancient Ones before the settlers of European and African lineage who formed our communities and developed our commerce; who established Missouri's permanent capital and defended it from removal threats; who fought our wars and who guard our peace; who broke the sod and have maintained our agricultural heritage; who advocated for quality public education for all; who have served the public good with courage, commitment, and faith; and to the nameless and the famous citizens alike who have, through their efforts, made and make Cole County a great place to live.

Callaway County, Missouri
Established November 25, 1820 Callaway County, named for Captain James Callaway, grandson of the pioneer Daniel Boone, was organized on November 25, 1820, from a portion of Montgomery County. Comprise of 847 square miles, it is the seventh largest county in the state. Cote Sans Dessein, in southern Callaway County on the Missouri River, was the first permanent settlement in 1808. Fulton, centrally located, became the county seat in 1825. Native Americans, Africans, Western Europeans and eventually a variety of nationalities brought diversity

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and a wealth of talents to the area. Early crops included tobacco, hemp, and grains. Callaway County's mule industry brought state and national attention in the 1900's. Agriculture, railroads, industry, nuclear energy, and educational and state institutions expanded growth and prosperity during the past two centuries. Callawegians are self-reliant, hardworking, forward-thinking, community-minded, and committed to a better future for all. This monument is dedicated in 2020 to that enduring spirit.

Boone County
Established November 16, 1820 Boone County was organized November 16, 1820, from a portion of Howard County. Named for pioneer Daniel Boone, it developed because of its proximity to transportation--the Boone's Lick Trail, the Missouri River, later the railroads, and still later, the road and highway system; its abundant natural resources; and its premier educational institutions, including the University of Missouri, Stephens College, and Christian (later Columbia College). This bicentennial monument, erected in 2020, is dedicated to the people of Boone County, who are resilient in the face of adversity, demonstrate leadership in the region, and are committed to the betterment of the community at large.

Erected 2020 by Central Bank.

Topics. This historical marker and monument is listed in these topic

Callaway County, Missouri side of the marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), March 21, 2021

2. Callaway County, Missouri side of the marker

lists: Agriculture • Political Subdivisions • Settlements & Settlers • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical date for this entry is November 16, 1820.

Location. 38° 36.347′ N, 92° 9.753′ W. Marker is in Jefferson City, Missouri, in Callaway County. Marker is on Katy Road (County Road 391) 0.6 miles north of Oilwell Road, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Holts Summit MO 65043, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. N. Jefferson to Hartsburg (within shouting distance of this marker); Lewis and Clark in Missouri (within shouting distance of this marker); N. Jefferson to Tebbetts (within shouting distance of this marker); Jefferson City & Fulton Points of Interest (within shouting distance of this marker); Missouri State Parks (within shouting distance of this marker); History of Jefferson City Area (within shouting distance of this marker); Katy Trail State Park (within shouting distance of this marker); The Great Flood of 1993 (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Jefferson City.

Boone County, Missouri side of the marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), March 21, 2021

3. Boone County, Missouri side of the marker

Final side of the marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), March 21, 2021

4. Final side of the marker

Credits. This page was last revised on March 25, 2021. It was originally submitted on March 25, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 111 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on March 25, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.