Columbia

Columbia lies in central Missouri at an elevation of 757 feet (231 meters) and serves as the seat of Boone County. The city consists of several residential neighborhoods, a commercial center, and three large universities connected by public parks and wide avenues.

The settlement began in 1821 as a trading post on the route westward. With the founding of the University of Missouri, the town developed into an educational center for the region.

The name comes from Christopher Columbus and was chosen in 1821 by settlers from Kentucky. Many residents gather in downtown coffee shops or visit weekend farmers markets where local producers sell their goods.

Buses connect residential areas with downtown and campus districts throughout Boone County. Most streets are flat and allow easy walking or cycling between different parts of town.

In the North Village Arts District, over seventy artists work in former warehouses and workshops. Visitors can walk through open studios and speak directly with creators painting, throwing pottery, or welding on site.

Location: Boone County

Inception: 1821

Elevation above the sea: 231 m

Website: https://como.gov

GPS coordinates: 38.95188,-92.33374

Latest update: December 15, 2025 03:08