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The State Historical Society of Missouri


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Submit research questions with the research request form, e-mail us, or call (573) 882-1187.
Access collections at our research centers in Columbia, Kansas City, Rolla, and St. Louis.

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Administrative Office: (800) SHS of Mo (747-6366); (573) 882-7083
1020 Lowry Street, Columbia, Missouri 65201

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Last updated: April 4, 2011