Visitors to the Missouri State Capitol can now explore the state's gubernatorial history with the opening of the new Hall of Governors exhibit. In a ceremony, Governor Mike Parson and First Lady Teresa Parson unveiled his official portrait. "Serving as Missourians' Governor and First Lady has truly been the honor of our lives, and we are excited to share this official portrait with the thousands of visitors to our magnificent State Capitol," Governor and First Lady Parson said in a release from the Office of the Governor.

The portrait, created by Sue Heckart of Sedalia, Missouri, depicts the Governor with a John Deere tractor and hay baler—symbols of his long-standing connection to farming. U.S. and Missouri flags flank him, honoring his military service and state pride. A subtle '57' hidden in the trees represents his role as the 57th Governor of Missouri, with artist Lisa Ober carefully personalizing the piece to reflect the Parsons' wishes, as detailed in the same release.

Governor Parson's newly unveiled portrait is part of the Hall of Governors, located in the first-floor rotunda of the State Capitol. Each former Governor's portrait is paired with a QR code, allowing visitors to scan and learn about the Governor's history.

According to the release from the Office of the Governor, Commissioner Ken Zellers of the Office of Administration emphasized the significance of these symbols of governance, stating, "The Capitol is a living monument to the history, culture, and values of our state. It has stood for over a century as a beacon of democracy, and the work we are doing to preserve this building ensures it will continue to inspire future generations."