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Missouri

The Midwest State • Official symbols, facts, and history.

Abbreviation
MO
Capital
Jefferson City
Population
6,154,913
Statehood
1821
Region
Midwest
Symbols
1
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Official State Symbols

Eastern Bluebird
State Bird

Eastern Bluebird

Adopted 1927

Sialia sialis

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📊 Quick Facts

Official Name
Missouri
Abbreviation
MO
Capital City
Jefferson City
Population
6,154,913
Statehood Date
August 10, 1821
Region
Midwest
Number of Symbols
1

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