Bauvais-Amoureux House
Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park
National Historical Park · MO
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.
Park report
Hours Exceptions
NoteWinter Hours; Closed Thanksgiving Day; Closed Christmas Day; Closed New Year's Day
Current Alerts
How this is rated
Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available7 activities
Park Name
InfoSte. Geneviève National Historical Park
Designation
InfoNational Historical Park
State(s)
InfoMO
Phone
Info573-880-7189
STGE_Visitor_Info@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoSte. Genevieve National Historical Park and the Ste. Genevieve Welcome Center is open daily with the exception of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. For program information and access to historic structures, please check with staff at the Ste. Genevieve Welcome Center, 573-880-7189.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Ste. Genevieve Welcome Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoArchitecture and Building, African American Heritage, Colonization and Settlement + 14 more
Weather Info
InfoThe 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 h
Getting There
InfoFrom north of Ste. Genevieve (e.g. St. Louis), take I-55 South to exit 150. Follow MO-32 East for about 4 miles. Turn right on Market Street. From south of Ste. Genevieve (e.g. Cape Girardeau), take I
Location
Info37.9792° N, -90.0432° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website