Discover more than 250 years of history, ranging from Mississippian life to a visit from Lewis & Clark on their journey west to words from Mark Twain and a Victorian house museum – as well as everything both in between and beyond!
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African American History
Various Locations 573.335.1631 Price Range
Free
Description
African American history in Cape Girardeau comes to life on a driving tour of significant local sites.
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Bollinger Mill State Historic Site
113 Bollinger Mill Road 573.243.4591 Price Range
Free - $5
Description
Bollinger Mill's 19th-century mill and its neighboring covered bridge offer a glimpse of rare Americana. Grounds are open daily from sunrise to 10 p.m. except New Year's, Easter, Thanksgiving & Christmas days. Last tour of the day will start at 3:30 p.m.
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Cape River Heritage Museum
538 Independence Street 573.334.0405 Price Range
Free
Description
Located in an old police and fire station, the Cape River Heritage Museum has an ever-changing array of regional history exhibits.
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Crisp Museum
518 S. Fountain Street 573.651.2260 Price Range
Free
Description
Inside the River Campus, Crisp Museum has a large collection of unbroken Native American pottery as well as exhibits, a video and kiosks highlighting the history of southeast Missouri.
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Glenn House
325 S. Spanish Street 573.587.4248 Price Range
$2-$5
Description
The Glenn House provides a window into what life was like during the Victorian period. Built in 1883, the Glenn House has been thoughtfully restored.
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Heritage Hall
102 N. Main Street 573.334.0097 Description
Heritage Hall is a cultural and historical center with rotating historical and art exhibits.
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Old Lorimier Cemetery
500 N. Fountain Street 573.334.1917 Price Range
Free
Description
Set aside by Louis Lorimier as the community's first graveyard, Old Lorimier Cemetery has 1,446 marked burials as well as a number of unmarked graves. Grave markers represent a wide variety of styles.
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Old St. Vincent’s Church
131 S. Main Street 573.335.9347 Price Range
Free
Description
Built in the 1850s, this Chapel of Ease is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Church is closed for tours when a wedding is scheduled; call ahead to verify hours.
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Oliver-Leming House
740 North Street 573.334.0097 Description
Located at 740 North Street, this home was built by the Oliver's in late 1895. The Oliver's lived in the house for 45 years. It is currently owned by the Kellerman's. Missouri's State Flag was designed by Mrs. Oliver (Marie Watkins Oliver) at this house before it was officially adopted in 1913.
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Red House Interpretive Center
128 S. Main Street 573.339.6340 Price Range
Free
Description
Commemorating Lewis and Clark's visit on November 23, 1803, the Red House Interpretive Center is a recreation of Louis Lorimier's trading post and home.
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Trail of Tears State Park
429 Moccasin Springs 573.290.5268 Price Range
Free
Description
Featuring some of Missouri's most breathtaking scenery, Trail of Tears State Park includes 3,415 pristine acres. Grounds are open daily.
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U.S. Grant Trail – Southeast Segment
Various Locations 877.221.3133 Price Range
Free
Description
The U.S. Grant Trail in Missouri touches places in the eastern part of the state that are associated with Ulysses Grant's life & military campaigns. Follow the General's trail in Cape Girardeau at numerous sites; pick up your free map at the CVB office at 220 N. Fountain Street.
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