Ste. Genevieve Voted #2: Best Small Town Cultural Scene
Settled by French Canadiens by the 1740s, this town is Missouri’s oldest permanent European settlement. Preserved French-era buildings and tell their significance in American history. Ste. Geneviève’s love affair with the arts began long before the beginnings of its renowned 1930’s Art Colony. Today the town is filled with art displays of all types: paintings, poured pewter, thrown pottery, and even hi-tech computer art. Ste. Genevieve is ranked #2 in a very impressive list!