The city of Ste. Genevieve is the county seat of Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri. Founded by French Canadians in 1735, Ste. Genevieve was the first permanent settlement in Missouri, and among the first towns west of the Mississippi River. The French ceded that land that included Missouri to Great Britain in the Treaty that ended the French and Indian War. When King George II turned the captured French lands east of the Mississippi into an Indian Reserve, Creoles from Canada and east of the Mississippi moved into Ste. Genevieve and the surrounding area. During the 1770s, Ste. Genevieve was often raided by members of the Little Osage and Missouri tribes, stealing horses and other goods, but the fur trade created ties between the Indians and the people of Ste. Genevieve. The 1780s were a time of relative peace but, during the 1790s, the Big Osage conducted repeated raids on the town as well as on other Indian tribes in the area. Finally, a fort was built on the Osage River, which eased the tensions. Following a large flood in 1785, the town moved from its location on Mississippi River floodplain to its current location two miles north and a half mile inland. The Louisiana Purchase brought the town under the control of the United States in 1807. Ste. Genevieve bordered to the north by the small community of Thomure, and to the west by Mosher. St. Louis is just over sixty miles to the north.
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Housed in a two-story structure built in 1901, and located in the historic district of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, the restaurant was named for a local artist, John James Audubon, as well as for the building’s history, as it was once known as Cafe Audubon. Directions, a menu, wine list, and an overview of its catering services are presented.
http://www.audubonstegen.com/
In business since 1898, the funeral home serves Ste. Genevieve County and the towns of St. Mary and Bloomsdale, Missouri. Photographs of the facility are put forward, along with a history of the funeral home, information on pre-planning and related services and merchandise. Obituaries are published to the site.
http://www.baslerfuneralhome.com/
Established in 1889, the Ste. Genevieve, Missouri insurance company is an independent agency that deals with Progressive Insurance and Grinnell Auto Insurance, as well as umbrella insurance policies through Grinnell Insurance Company. Its location, office hours, an overview of its services, and an online quote are presented.
http://www.farmutualins.com/
First Presbyterian Church of Sainte Genevieve
An overview of the beliefs and practices of the Ste. Genevieve, Missouri church is put forward, including its programs, schedules, a calendar of upcoming events, staff contacts, office hours, and a photo gallery. Announcements are published to the site.
http://www.stegenpresbyterian.com/
Sainte Genevieve Catholic Parish
A member of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of St. Louis, the Roman Catholic parish is in Ste. Genevieve, Missouri. A history and profile of the church is advanced, along with a schedule of sacraments, a calendar of events, church bulletin, and contacts.
http://www.stegenevieveparish.com/
The Ford dealership in Ste. Genevieve, Missouri offers new Ford cars, crossovers, SUVs, and trucks, which are featured here, along with its selection of pre-owned vehicles. Automotive services may be scheduled through the site, and a map and directions to the car lot, dealership hours, and contacts are included.
http://www.stegenford.com/
Ste. Genevieve Area Chamber of Commerce
Made up of businesses within the city and surrounding region, the Chamber’s membership dues schedule is based on the company’s number of employees. A guide to the Ste. Genevieve, Missouri area is offered, including a profile of the community, events, attractions, and maps of the area, along with resources available for economic development and relocation.
http://www.stegenchamber.org/
Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital
SGCMH is a 35-bed, not-for-profit, county hospital in Ste. Genevieve, Missouri. Its history, location, medical services and events, awards and honors, leadership, and patient testimonials are discussed, and career opportunities are posted to the site.
https://www.stegenevievehospital.org/
Ste. Genevieve County Sheriff’s Office
Headquartered in the county seat of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, the SO provides police protection and law enforcement services for the county. Its organizational structure, administrative contacts, divisions, and a calendar of events are featured, with an overview of its community programs and events.
http://www.sgcso.com/
Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri
Ste. Genevieve County is located along the west bank of the Mississippi River, about sixty miles south of St. Louis, and its county seat is a town by the same name. The official county web site offers telephone numbers and contacts for county departments and administrative offices.
http://www.stegencounty.org/
Ste. Genevieve Department of Tourism
The city department is charged with promoting St. Genevieve, Missouri as a tourist destination. Its history and heritage are outlined, along with a guide to local attractions and events, lodging facilities, restaurants, and events. Maps and directions are included.
http://www.visitstegen.com/
First published in German and English when it was established in 1882, the weekly newspaper publishes news, sports, law enforcement, business and religion news pertaining to Ste. Genevieve county. News headlines, obituaries, photos, and video are available on its web edition, along with subscription and advertising information.
http://www.stegenherald.com/
Offering genealogical and historical resources for the city and county of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, the site includes census data and records from 1770, cemetery records, genealogies, and information from various newspapers, books, and other sources.
http://stegenevieve.net/
Ste. Genevieve School District
The R-II public school system in Ste. Genevieve, Missouri operates Ste. Genevieve High School, Ste. Genevieve Middle School, Ste. Genevieve Elementary School, and Bloomsdale Elementary School, offering a PK-12th grade curriculum. District information, a school calendar, and faculty contacts are presented.
http://www.stegen.k12.mo.us/
The full service eye and vision care provider is situated on Highway 32 in Ste. Genevieve, Missouri. Its location, office hours, and eyecare services are featured, along with a frame selection guide, payment options, appointment policies, and a blog.
http://www.stegenvision.com/
Founded in 1735, Ste. Genevieve is the oldest permanent settlement in Missouri. A profile and history of the city is put forth on the official municipal web site, and contacts for its elected officials, city staff, and departmental heads are posted. Board meeting agendas and minutes are included.
http://www.stegenevieve.org/
Also known as the Ste. Gen-Modoc River Ferry and the French Connection, the ferry connects Sainte Genevieve, Missouri and southern Illinois, providing access to the shops, restaurants and historic sites of French colonial Ste. Genevieve, as well as Fort de Chartres, the Pierre Menard Home, and Fort Kaskaskia State Historic Parks in southern Illinois. Its locations, hours and rates are featured.
http://www.stegenmodocferry.com/
Located in downtown Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, the family owned and operated candy shop has offered chocolate and other sweets to its customers since 1985. Its products and services are highlighted, and made available for online purchase. Its location and hours are posted to the site.
http://www.stegencandy.net/
