Jefferson City Visitor Guide - (Page 2) on the capitol grounds Missouri State Capitol 201 West Capitol Avenue (573) 751-2854 | www.mocapitoltours.com Completed in 1918, the Capitol covers three acres in downtown Jefferson City. Inside the Capitol you will find the Missouri State Museum which features exhibits of outstanding historical significance. The Capitol tour will provide you with an excellent education on the State of Missouri and the structure that represents its home. The Missouri State Capitol is open 7 days a week from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (except New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas). Free guided tours of the building are given Monday Saturday, every hour on the hour (with the exception of the noon hour); the first tour begins at 9 a.m. and the last tour at 4 p.m. On Sundays, tours are given at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Groups of 10 or more need to make reservations. Free admission. Missouri Law Enforcement Memorial - Located on the Northwest corner of the Capitol grounds. Dedicated in 1994, the memorial honors all law enforcement officers throughout Missouri’s history who have made the ultimate sacrifice of their lives in serving and protecting our citizens. Free Admission. Missouri Veterans Memorial - Located on the Northeast corner of the Capitol grounds. The Memorial was dedicated on November 11, 1991. It features a limestone colonnade, terraced waterfall, reflecting pool and eight black marble posts forming a path called the “Veterans Walk.” All aspects of the memorial are accessible to the handicapped. Free Admission. 2 http://www.mocapitoltours.com
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