Sedalia is home to rails, trails and ragtime. Founded in 1860 during the railroad’s western expansion, Sedalia has big city appeal with a small town feel. A lively arts community, diversified employment base, historic tourist sites and a regional shopping destination offers visitors a first class experience. Come to the time trials and enjoy the State Fair City.

City Population: 20,339

Key Attractions: Katy Trail State Park, Katy Depot (home of the Sedalia Chamber and Visitors Bureau), Missouri State Fair (August 13-23) and the state fairgrounds with 2200 campsites, Daum Museum of Contemporary Arts on the campus of State Fair Community College, Bothwell Lodge State Historic Site, Scott Joplin Festival, Pettis County Museum, Sedalia Parks and Recreation, and Whiteman Air Force Base, just minutes west of the city.

Contact Information: Carolyn Crooker
Director of Marketing
Sedalia Chamber and Visitors Bureau
CLOAKING
www.visitsedaliamo.com
800-827-5295

City of Sedalia Web Site: www.cityofsedalia.com

The City of Sedalia is proud to have been selected to host the individual time trials of the 2009 Tour of Missouri. Sedalia is an historic city with a railroad and trailhead heritage. The trials will start and finish on the Missouri State Fairgrounds, a 500 acre complex enclosed within the city and adjacent to the Katy Trail Sate Park, a 234 mile rail to trail conversion. The natural landscape around our county offers bicyclists a scenic view, challenging ride and a peaceful setting. Come enjoy the time trials, a look at our history and the hospitality of small city America.

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