There are a number of stories and legends behind Missouri's sobriquet "Show-Me" state. The slogan is not official, but is common throughout the state and is used on Missouri license plates. read more
Regardless of the origins of the nickname, residents of the Show-me State have come to embrace the term as an indicator of pragmatism and realism in everyday affairs. The nickname remains unofficial, though “Show-me State” is printed on license plates for Missouri. read more