Exhibit Opening: "Missouri Natural"

1/31/2026 | Missouri State Museum | Jefferson City, MO.

Celebrate the opening of the Missouri State Museum's newest exhibit, "Missouri Natural." The exhibit's rotating content will feature hands-on activities highlighting the state's natural resources, wildlife, plants and more. The first rotating display, "Birds of a Feather," takes a microscopic view of Missouri birds and how their feathers help them fly and thrive.

After a brief opening ceremony, learn the art of needle felting and create an eastern bluebird -- Missouri's state bird -- to take home. Also explore your creative and thoughtful side by starting a nature journal. Supplies for making your own or using a starter journal will be provided.   

This event is free and open to the public, and there is no need to register.

Where and when:

• The exhibit is located in the Missouri State Museum's Resources Hall, in the West Wing of the Capitol.
• The opening ceremony and program will go from 1-3:30 p.m. on Jan. 31.
• Afterward, the exhibit will be open for viewing during regular hours for the State Capitol and museum.

Missouri State Museum Contact Information:

• Address: first floor of the State Capitol, 201 W. Capitol Ave., Jefferson City, Mo.
• Phone number: 573-751-2854