Boone County, Administrative county in Central Missouri, United States
Boone County is an administrative county in central Missouri with rolling hills, prairies, and the Missouri River marking its southern edge. The landscape shifts between open plains and forested areas, with Columbia as its largest city serving as the regional hub.
The county was established in 1820 and named after explorer Daniel Boone, whose family worked in the region. Early settlement focused on natural resources and farming, which laid the foundation for later development.
The University of Missouri shapes daily life here and attracts people from around the world. Its presence has influenced the region's character and opportunities for many generations.
Columbia, the county seat, offers various facilities including hospitals, shopping districts, and transportation access through Interstate 70 and US Route 63. The best time to visit is during milder seasons when weather is pleasant and outdoor activities are more enjoyable.
The county's volunteer fire protection district ranks among Missouri's largest and is staffed primarily by local volunteers. This organization shows how communities work together to keep residents safe.
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Faurot Field
1.4 km
Mizzou Arena
1.8 km
Francis Quadrangle
499 m
The Blue Note
694 m
Academic Hall
495 m
State Historical Society of Missouri
805 m
Rock Bridge Memorial State Park
7.5 km
Finger Lakes State Park
15.8 kmMemorial Union
831 mMuseum of Art and Archaeology
541 mMissouri Theatre Center for the Arts
561 m
Sanford F. Conley House
522 m
Sanborn Field
1.4 km
Welch Hall
476 m
Frederick Douglass High School
746 mBoone County Historical Society
5.7 kmSwitzler Hall
432 m
Albert Bishop Chance House and Gardens
33.8 km
Coca-Cola Bottling Company Building
818 m
Hamilton-Brown Shoe Factory
1.7 kmRocheport Interstate 70 Bridge
18.3 km
Boone County Courthouse
688 m
Mizzou Botanic Garden
555 m
Chatol
33.3 km
Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity House
324 m
Stephens College South Campus Historic District
1 km
Rocheport
20.2 km
David Guitar House
4.3 km
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