STEAMBOATIN' ON THE MISSISSIPPI
by JIM WINNERMAN
The sole survivor of a family of paddle-driven steamboats that once carried passengers up and down the Mississippi River, the American Queen is the largest steamboat ever built and provides a nostalgic ride along the first highways in America.

MAGIC HANDS: CRAFTSMEN CELEBRATE AMERICAN HERITAGE
by GARY ELLISON
The human hand and what it can create has always been at the forefront of Silver Dollar City, which was recognized by the U.S. Congress as “The Home To American Craftsmanship” during the park’s 50th anniversary in 2010. Silver Dollar City’s local colony of craftsmen are joined each fall by 125 visiting craftsmen during the National Harvest Festival.

BARBECUE: MISSOURI'S UNOFFICIAL STATE FOOD
by DIANA LAMBDIN MEYER
No matter how you spell it, barbeque (or barbecue) could be considered a staple food in the Show-Me State, and the top grillers in the world compete to determine the best of the best at the world series of grilling, the American Royal Barbeque Contest in Kansas City.

TREACHEROUS WATERS
by JOHN ROBINSON
Hard to believe that the Missouri River was once the major thoroughfare for travelers and goods headed west from St. Louis. Even then, though, the waters were fraught with danger, as evidenced by the number of vessels that met their fate on her muddy waters.




Remember When: by BARBARA BAIRD
Fort Osage, Sibley

Taste of Missouri—by ELIZABETH HEY
Matt's Steakhouse, Rolla


Fairs & Festivals—by BARBARA BAIRD
Pony Express PumpkinFest, St. Joseph

Places to Stay—by ELIZABETH HEY
The Inn at Harbour Ridge, Osage Beach











ABOUT THIS MAGAZINE
Every issue of Show-Me Missouri is designed with a single purpose in mind—showcasing our state through inspiring words and stunning photography. Published 4 times a year, it is the only magazine dedicated exclusively to Missouri travel and tourism. It truly is the next best thing to being here!