Cape River Heritage Museum
 Revered as a local landmark, the Cape River Heritage Museum is located in an old police and fire station dating back to 1908. The museum features changing exhibits about people and events from southeast Missouri. Audio/Video, dioramas, personal presentations and hands-on exhibits enhance the experience of navigating through history.
Exhibits include an autographed letter from Amelia Earhart addressed to the Cape Girardeau Business and Professional Women's Organization along with scrapbooks from the organization dating back to the early 1900's. Other exhibits include the 1936 Sharecropper's Demonstration, the Missouri State Flag, and 1950's vintage fire trucks, photos, equipment and gear.
Browse through the Museum store and find unique gift items made by Missouri artisans including wooden toys, jewelry, art prints, books written by local authors and more.
The Cape River Heritage Museum is located at 538 Independence. To confirm hours, please call (573) 334-0405. For more information on current or upcoming exhibits and events, visit their website. Also take a peek at their photo gallery!
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