Missouri History

Missouri History

Below are links to exhibit-related categories that contain lesson plans, information, and additional links to be utilized to prepare students for pre-visit or supplement post-visit instruction.

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Missouri Geology

• The Active Earth: Earthquake Epicenters and Magnitudes
• The Geology of Missouri

First Peoples

• Origin of "Missouri"

Lewis and Clark

• Packing for a Journey 
• Discovering New Species 
• Using a Compass

Gateway to the West

• Interactive Trail Map 

The Missouri Compromise

• The Compromise of 1850 
• Before Dred Scott: Dred Scott v. Sandford (1857) 

The Missouri Symbols

• State Symbols of Missouri 
• Symbols and Fast Facts for Missouri 

The War within the State

• Missouri State Battle Map
• The Civil War for Kids
• Battle of Island Number 10
• USS Carondelet

Transportation

• Virtual Journey to Missouri places, cities, parks and more
• On the Road Again

Great Links for Teachers

• Center for Earthquake Research: Resources for Teachers
• Missouri Civil War Museum
• Missouri Pony Express Museum
• Missouri State Parks and Historical Sites