The Lester Parker property, the neoclassical revival home built in 1905, is on the National Register of Historic Places and sits on the corner of historic Capitol Avenue and Lafayette Street. Diagonally across the intersection is the old Missouri State Penitentiary and directly across Lafayette Street is the Missouri State Penitentiary Museum and Penitentiary Tour Ticket Office.
Centrally located, Parker’s Place is the best place to stay to discover Jefferson City and all it has to offer! Recently renovated with new furnishings throughout, this beautiful home overlooks the oldest state prison west of the Mississippi River and much of Missouri’s capitol city. The master bedroom holds a king size bed, desk and smartTV. The sitting room includes a queen sofa sleeper. The family room is a large, elegant space to gather and relax, with beautiful ceiling work that is over 11' tall. Included is a grand 8' tall viewing mirror. The back sun porch has 150 sq/ft. of great space to store bikes or other travel gear. The kitchen is equipped for anything you'll need during your stay.
Parker's Place is now a destination for families and friends to connect with each other and the fascinating history of Lester S. Parker and his wonderful red brick neoclassical mansion, built in 1905 with prison labor. The central location is within walking distance of the State Capitol and the old Missouri State Prison, which both offer tours; shopping and dining in downtown Jefferson City; and the Katy Trail, a popular hiking and cycling trail with rental bikes available. Enjoy your stay at Parker’s Place, with all its intriguing stories, at the historic crossroads of Capitol Avenue and Lafayette Street in Missouri’s capitol city. Contact us today to book your getaway.