State and county government offices across Missouri are closed today, May 8, in observance of Truman Day. The holiday honors Harry S. Truman, the 33rd President of the United States, who was born in Missouri.
Truman Day is observed annually on May 8, marking the anniversary of Harry S. Truman's birth in Lamar, Missouri, in 1884. This year marks what would have been his 141st birthday.
Many state agencies have suspended operations for the day. The Missouri Department of Revenue (DOR) is closed, as are Missouri Job Center locations across the state.
Driver examination stations operated by the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) are also closed today. Normal operations are expected to resume on Friday, May 9.
Additionally, courts such as the St. Louis Circuit Courts are closed in recognition of the state holiday.
While most state-operated offices are closed, individually owned and operated license offices may decide to remain open. The public can check all loations for specific hours before visiting.
Truman served as President from 1945 to 1953. Before his presidency, he held positions as Vice President and represented Missouri in the US Senate for a decade.
The Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum in Independence hosts an annual celebration for the occasion. Director Mark Adams has noted that everyone is invited to the event honoring Truman's birthday.
Many Missouri closed for Truman Day government offices observe the day as a designated public holiday across the state.
