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ATTRACTIONS

What to do and see, while visiting Jeferson City? To get an idea, check out the list below, which contains some of the most popular and favorite attractions in the city.

>> Cole County Historical Museum, dedicated to the collection and preservation of records, documents, and artifacts directly related to the history of Cole County, including its role as the seat of Missouri State government. The museum is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday, 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m.

>> Memorial Park Aquatics Center, Located at 111 Memorial Park Drive off West Main Street, best known for its extremely tall, thick tree canopy and the numerous squirrels that play feverishly in the park. In addition to the Aquatic Center, the park features a scenic, shaded 1.1 mile trail, an asphalt basketball court, two playgrounds and composting exhibit provided by the River Bluffs Audubon Society.

>> Painted Rock Conservation Area, located on Highway 133, seven miles west of Westphalia in Osage County, which shows evidence of occupation by Native Americans as early as 9,000 years ago. Breathtaking views are offered from the Scenic Trail at two boardwalks and other locations. The forest contains six ponds, which are managed primarily for wildlife, and Clubhouse Lake.The forest consists primarily of oak and hickory, with the areas along the Osage River dominated by bottomland hardwoods.

Annual Events

Capital Jazzfest and Oktoberfest, celebrated in September, and Cole County Fair, which takes place in July, are considered to be the most popular and most expected annual events in Jefferson City.