About

Chillicothe was incorporated 1855 and is pronounced Chi li coth' ee. It is a Shawnee Indian word, meaning "Big Town Where We Live... Our Big Town." Our progressive community is located in northwest Missouri and is a recognized leader in school and community support, investing millions of dollars in a phenomenal YMCA; a state-of-the-art high school, football stadium and track; beatiful parks; an 18-hole public golf course; entertainment center; new hospital and medical center; and water park. Come join us and make Chillicothe "your town" too.