Jefferson City may be known as Missouri’s capital, but it’s also home to one of the state’s most compelling historic sites. The Missouri State Penitentiary, which operated from 1836 to 2004, is one of ...
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Dec. 31, 1821, Jefferson City is established as Missouri’s permanent capital for its proximity to the two biggest cities — Kansas City and St. Louis.