Truman Presidential Library and Museum was much more than I expected given it was dedicated in 1957. Contrary to its age, this museum was well maintained and properly presidential. In the upper floor was the main exhibit that focused on his political life primarily. It went briefly through his young years, love life, military, affiliations with stong political figures, congress, vice presidency, and finally his turbulent presidential years...

The Missourians definitely know how to put a capital together. The building itself was huge. The only other so far that we have seen that was even comparable was the Utah Capital. The grounds surrounding the capital were beautiful and this capital too had an entire block to itself. There was beautiful statuary around the grounds as well as lovely gardening. Once we were into the security free capital we were immediately impressed. The architecture and artistry wa...