First Missouri State Capitol State Historic Site

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State capitol from 1821 to 1826. Fully restored legislative chambers and interpretive center. Tours: adults, $4; children 6-12, $2.50; children under 6, free.

200 S. Main St.
St. Charles, MO 63301

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66 Reviews | Write a Review
nice to add to visiting the historical district.
Reviewed By GoeieWitte May 2026

We walked up to the small museum, paid the fee for the tour and visited the exhibitions while waiting for the guide. The venue is small, and appears in good restored condition. The guided tour with a...

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Over 200 years Of History
Reviewed By Mark G July 2025

The 1st Missouri State Capitol is located in the heart of the St Charles Historic District and was capitol only from 1821-1826 while Jefferson City was being groomed as the permanent site for...

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Loved our tour guide James! Very informative.
Reviewed By candyba May 2025

James was our guide through the tour of the first Capitol building before Jefferson City. As well as the Mercantile that was established around the same time line. Very informative on why's and...

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Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun., noon-4 p.m.

West/WestportSt. Charles

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TripAdvisor Rating:

66 Reviews | Write a Review
nice to add to visiting the historical district.
Reviewed By GoeieWitte May 2026

We walked up to the small museum, paid the fee for the tour and visited the exhibitions while waiting for the guide. The venue is small, and appears in good restored condition. The guided tour with a...

Full Review
Over 200 years Of History
Reviewed By Mark G July 2025

The 1st Missouri State Capitol is located in the heart of the St Charles Historic District and was capitol only from 1821-1826 while Jefferson City was being groomed as the permanent site for...

Full Review
Loved our tour guide James! Very informative.
Reviewed By candyba May 2025

James was our guide through the tour of the first Capitol building before Jefferson City. As well as the Mercantile that was established around the same time line. Very informative on why's and...

Full Review
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