Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park
Established by 1750, Ste. Geneviève was the first permanent European settlement in Missouri.
Photo: NPS/Nick Sacco / NPS
About Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park
Established by 1750, Ste. Geneviève was the first permanent European settlement in Missouri. Early French Canadian settlers were drawn here by the rich agricultural land known as Le Grand Champ (the Big Field). After the flood of 1785, the town relocated to its present location on higher ground approximately three miles to the northwest of its original site.
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Driving times from Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Hours
Ste. Genevieve National Historical Park
- Mon
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Tue
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Wed
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Thu
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Fri
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sat
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sun
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Activities
Getting there
The weather in Ste. Genevieve is typical of a midwestern climate. High heat and humidity, severe thunderstorms, snow and ice, and extreme cold are all possible depending upon the season. The average high in July is 88 degrees and the average low in January is 22 degrees. The area averages 41 inches of precipitation annually. Please plan your visit accordingly.
Frequently asked questions
- What is there to do at Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park?
- Popular activities include Arts and Culture, Bookstore and Park Store, Guided Tours, Junior Ranger Program, Museum Exhibits, Self-Guided Tours - Walking.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site (1 h 5 min), Gateway Arch National Park (1 h 6 min), Trail Of Tears National Historic Trail (2 h 29 min), Ozark National Scenic Riverways (2 h 30 min), Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument (2 h 38 min), Lincoln Home National Historic Site (2 h 39 min).