Hermann was founded by German immigrants in 1836. Old-World charm attracts visitors to the more than 150 historic homes and buildings from the 1800s that were built in traditional German style.
The Deutschheim State Historic Site was created in 1984 to preserve Missouri's German and German American culture and heritage through foods, lifestyles, and traditions. The 1830-1840s garden has heritage flowers and rare vegetables. The Pommer-Gentner House and the Strehly House features collections of authentic furnishings, personal items, and interior decorations.
Address: Deutschheim State Historic Site, 109 West 2nd Street, Hermann, MO 65041-1045, United States
Phone: 1 (573) 486-2200, Fax: 1 (573) 486-2249
Tips: Tours are held at 10:00 am, 12:30 and 2:30 pm.
Housed in the 1871 German School Building, the Historic Hermann Museum displays steamboat models and river history, late 19th century furniture and early Hermann memorabilia. The Children's Room has antique toys, books, old school desks, doll houses, and a double-deck carousel.
Hours:
April 1 to October 31: 10am-4pm; Sun:12pm-4pm; Closed: Wed