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  1. Jefferson City, informally Jeff City, [1] is the capital of the U.S. state of Missouri. It had a population of 43,228 at the 2020 census, [7] ranking as the 15th most populous city in the state. [8] It is also the county seat of Cole County and the principal city of the Jefferson City Metropolitan Statistical Area, the second-most-populous ...

  2. May 17, 2024 · Jefferson City, capital of Missouri, U.S., and seat of Cole county, on the Missouri River, near the geographic centre of the state. The site for the state capital was selected in 1821.

    • The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
  3. Historic landmarks, vibrant art and dinner theatres, shopping sprees, and the great outdoors invite you to stay and play. The patterned, tree-lined streets of downtown are full of trendy boutiques and unique retailers while surrounding areas showcase casual storefronts and antique outlets.

  4. Jefferson City, the capital of Missouri, has a rich history dating back to its establishment in 1821. Named in honor of former President Thomas Jefferson, the city is home to the stunning and historic Missouri State Capitol building.

  5. www.visitjeffersoncity.com › plan-your-visit › aboutAbout Jefferson City

    Plan Your Visit > About Jefferson City. Jefferson City was created specifically to serve as the state capital by a commission appointed by the Missouri state legislature in 1821. But until government buildings could be constructed, the town of St. Charles served as the capital.

  6. The Missouri State Capitol dominates a bluff overlooking the Missouri River and the bronze statue atop its 238 foot-high dome is the first thing that comes into view for visitors of Jefferson City.

  7. Jefferson City is the capital city of Missouri. In 2013, Jefferson City was named America's "Most Beautiful" Small Town by Rand McNally.

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