Ste. Genevieve has remained a clean, quiet, All-American small town. The mix of French and German ancestry is still evident in the architecture. Before the French, the Mississippians dominated this area. They came for the salt in the Saline Creek as did the French. Ste. Genevieve was founded by French Canadians who followed Pere Marquette, Joliet and LaSalle down the Mississippi to settle the Illinois Country. Please e-mail us for free information.

Ste. Genevieve Missouri - Founded in 1735, Ste. Genevieve is an architectural gem located one hour south of St. Louis on the banks of the Mississippi River. The architecture is just a small part of what makes Ste. Genevieve a great place to visit.

There is plenty to see and do in the Ste. Genevieve area of Southeast Missouri. Historic homes that have been restored, wonderful restaurants, quaint shops and marvelous antiques and collectibles. Outdoor enthusiasts will find Ste. Genevieve and Southeast Missouri an excellent base for hiking, fishing or visiting a wide variety of State Parks. Ste. Genevieve located in Southeast Missouri is a great place to live and visit.

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66 South Main