About Bolivar Missouri

Bolivar, MO is a unique city with small town charm. Located just 24 miles north of Springfield on Highway 13, Bolivar is a fast growing community with a variety of businesses and friendly neighborhoods.

Nestled in Polk County, Bolivar has a population of nearly 10,000 people and is surrounded by recreational lakes - Stockton Lake and Lake Pomme de Terre. Citizens Memorial Healthcare (CMH) is a full-service hospital that provides medical services to the city and surrounding areas.

Bolivar has an excellent educational system that consists of Bolivar R-1 Public Schools, Private Schools, Vocational Schools, and Southwest Baptist University (SBU).

Many events take place throughout the year that provide entertainment and fellowship in the community. Click here for a list of yearly events in Bolivar.

HISTORY

- The city takes its name from the town of Bolivar, Tennessee, which was named after South American General Simon Bolivar.

FACTS

- Bolivar was selected as the safest small town in America in 1995.

- Bolivar was in the top one hundred small towns in America in 1996/1997.