Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park
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Ste. Geneviève at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- 1–2 days
- Don't miss
- Visit the Jean Baptiste Vallé House
- Nearby city
- Gateway towns in MO
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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.
No current NPS alerts
The National Park Service has no active alerts listed for Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park. Conditions change quickly — check again before you go.
Source: National Park Service (as of Nov 11, 2026). Official Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park page on nps.gov
Weather Information
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.
Operating Hours
Ste. Genevieve National Historical Park
Ste. 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.
- Monday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Tuesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Wednesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Thursday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Friday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Saturday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sunday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Common questions
Planning Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Ste. Geneviève. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
