Bolivar, Missouri is a small town that is popular with seniors who like hunting and fishing. It is a community for senior citizens to relax and enjoy retirement. Senior Travel Genie has many resources for restaurants, hotels and more in Bolivar.

Bolivar MO History

Bolivar has existed as a city since November 10, 1835, when proclaimed as such by the Polk County Court and designated as the county seat. Bolivar was organized as a fourth-class city on February 15, 1881.

Early settlers in the area came primarily from Tennessee and chose the future site of Bolivar in part because of Keeling Spring and also because it lay along the trail used by the Overland Stage.

The naming of both the town and county resulted from suggestions put forth by the Campbell brothers, three grandsons of Ezekial Polk, who had settled here with their families. The county was named Polk in honor of their grandfather, who was a distinguished colonel in George Washington's Revolutionary Army. The city was named after the town of Bolivar in Tennessee, where the Campbell brothers had lived prior to settling here. Bolivar,Tennessee itself was named after General Simon Bolivar, 'El Liberator', who was also known as 'the George Washington of South America'.

Bolivar Missouri – Popular Senior Retirement Community

Bolivar, MO is located on Highway 13 between Kansas City and Springfield, Missouri. It is surrounded by recreational lake areas that furnish good fishing and all types of wild game. Bolivar is a popular senior community because of its relaxed atmosphere and beautiful scenery. Senior Travel Genie will help you learn about restaurants and more in Bolivar.