Polk County Courthouse, built in 1906. Photo courtesy of Stephens Photography.
Bolivar, Missouri was selected as the "Safest Small Town in America" in 1995. Bolivar was also chosen as a member of the 100 Best Small Towns in America in 1996/1997. Towns all across the United States were compared in the areas of quality of life, education, economy, recreation, and sense of identity, and we are very proud to have been elected as one of the most pleasant small towns to live in.
SBU Bell Tower. Photo courtesy of Stephens Photography.
Polk County Museum, North Ward School. Photo courtesy of Stephens Photography.
Culture: Among other cultural attractions, you can revisit early area history at the Polk County Museum, located in the North Ward School building built in 1903, appreciate fine art at the Ella Carothers Dunnegan Gallery of Art, and take in a play at the Walnut Street Theatre or a concert at the SBU Pike Auditorium, courtesy of the Bolivar Area Community Concert Association.
Recreation: Need something fun to do? Go fishing or boating at nearby Stockton and Pomme de Terre Lakes, play a round at the Silo Ridge Golf & Country Club, or get on your bicycle for a ride down the beautiful Frisco Highline Trail.
Riding the trail! Photo courtesy of the Frisco Highline Trail.
Bolivar Christmas Parade. Photo courtesy of Justin Ballard.
Family / Events: Bolivar is a fast-growing community but still maintains a small town family atmosphere. Shop with your family at one of our trendy stores, support the local high school and university sports teams by attending a game, choose from one of almost 20 churches to worship in, or have fun at a parade or festival.
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Among the many events held annually in Bolivar are the Light The Park celebration, Arts In The Parks, the Polk County Junior Livestock Show & Youth Fair, the CMH Basketball HoopFest, the SBU Homecoming Parade, and the Bolivar Christmas Parade. There is always something fun for everyone in Bolivar!
