St Charles Attractions
St Charles was founded in 1769 by French Canadians. In 1821, St Charles became the first capital of the state when Missouri joined the Union.
First Missouri State Capitol Historic Site
The second floor of two adjoining Federal-style brick buildings, the First Missouri State Capitol Historic Site, was divided and used as Senate and House chambers, an office for the governor, and a small committee room. Visitors can take a guided tour through the actual restored and furnished rooms where Missouri state government was created and first practiced.
Lewis & Clark Center
The Lewis & Clark Center is dedicated to the adventures and accomplishments of the famous Lewis & Clark Expedition. Exhibits include information about the members of the Expedition, the tools they used, the journals they kept, the fauna and flora, and the many Indian cultures they encountered.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
