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Imagine building a house by setting the timbers th

Imagine building a house by setting the timbers that form its walls directly into the ground.

This is poteaux-en-terre, a specific French colonial construction method meaning “post in the ground.” The vertical timbers forming the exterior walls were set directly into the earth, without a foundation wall or sill beneath them.

Vertical-log buildings exist in many places, but they are not necessarily poteaux-en-terre. Only five known surviving houses of this French colonial type remain in North America.

Three stand in Sainte Geneviève, Missouri, built between about 1792 and 1808, all in their original locations.

Three of only five known surviving poteaux-en-terr

Three of only five known surviving poteaux-en-terre houses in North America still stand in Sainte Geneviève, Missouri.

This French colonial building method used vertical wooden posts set directly into the earth, a form of construction once common in the Mississippi River Valley and now extraordinarily rare. Sainte Geneviève’s surviving examples are the Bauvais-Amoureux House, Bequette-Ribault House and Vital St. Gemme Beauvais House.

Together, they are part of what gives Sainte Geneviève the greatest concentration of surviving French colonial vertical-log architecture in North America.

Events in and around Sainte Geneviève this week ↓

Events in and around Sainte Geneviève this week ↓

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3
[3:30 PM]
Weingarten Vineyard | First Thursday Club
• First Thursday steak night featuring steak dinner specials, 15% off all steak dinners and happy hour throughout the day.
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 - SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6
[11 AM - 3 PM]
Sainte Genevieve Art Center & Art Museum | Sainte Genevieve Art Guild Member Exhibit for Fall Season
• The Art Guild’s fall member exhibition features contemporary and traditional artwork by local artists, including paintings, ceramics, fiber art, sculpture and other works. The exhibition continues through November 8.
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4
[6 PM - 9 PM]
PJ’s at the Antique Mall Ste. Genevieve | Cherry and Jerry
• Live ragtime, early blues and jazz from St. Louis duo Cherry and Jerry, featuring music from the early 1900s along with familiar standards. Bar opens at 5 PM.
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 - SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6
[12 PM - 4 PM]
Two Rivers Gallery | Konstantin Kublanov Art Exhibition
• Free, all-ages exhibition featuring the work of Konstantin Kublanov. A classically trained artist, Kublanov earned his Master of Fine Arts degree in St. Petersburg, Russia, before relocating to the United States in 1996. His work has been exhibited in St. Louis, Indianapolis, Chicago and Kansas City, and is held in private collections throughout the United States and Europe. The exhibition continues through October 4.

A countryside stay in Bloomsdale, just north of hi

A countryside stay in Bloomsdale, just north of historic Sainte Geneviève.

Goforth Into Nature is a private one-bedroom retreat set on more than 11 acres of rolling hills and woods, with two private walking trails, a hot tub, fire pit and outdoor spaces overlooking the property.

The retreat sits on land once owned by the host’s grandfather and offers a rural base for a visit to Sainte Geneviève.

Available to book through Airbnb and Vrbo.

Kaskaskia is part of Illinois, but you can only ge

Kaskaskia is part of Illinois, but you can only get there by road through Missouri.

Located on Kaskaskia Island, the small community is home to the Liberty Bell of the West. Cast in 1741, the bell was rung on July 4, 1778, to celebrate George Rogers Clark’s capture of Kaskaskia from the British during the American Revolution.

Kaskaskia and Sainte Geneviève share roots in the French colonial Illinois Country, and today the island can be reached through St. Mary, Missouri, a short drive south of Sainte Geneviève.

Events in Sainte Geneviève this week ↓ MONDAY, AU

Events in Sainte Geneviève this week ↓

MONDAY, AUGUST 24 - SUNDAY, AUGUST 30
Two Rivers Gallery | Konstantin Kublanov Art Exhibition
• Free all-ages exhibition featuring paintings by classically trained artist Konstantin Kublanov. Kublanov studied at St. Petersburg Pedagogical University in Russia and has exhibited work throughout St. Louis, Indianapolis, Chicago and Kansas City. His paintings are known for their atmospheric treatment of light and landscape. On display through October 4.
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 28 - SUNDAY, AUGUST 30
[11 AM - 3 PM]
Sainte Genevieve Art Center & Art Museum | Fall Member Exhibit
• Exhibition featuring contemporary and traditional work by members of the Sainte Genevieve Art Guild. The fall member exhibit continues through November 8.
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 28
[6 PM - 9 PM]
Downtown Sainte Geneviève | 4th Friday Art Walk
• Free evening with downtown galleries, studios and participating businesses open to the public. Visitors can explore current exhibitions, meet artists and shop throughout the historic district.
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 28
[6 PM - 9 PM]
Music Art Love | Art Walk with Free Live Music
• Free Art Walk stop featuring live music by Andy Roose, featured artist Mikayla Nelson and pop-up art vendors, including Quirks and Giggles with original hand-drawn greeting cards and journals.
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 28
[7 PM - 9 PM]
PJ’s at the Antique Mall Ste. Genevieve | Bryan Therlin
• Live music.
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 29
[7 PM - 9 PM]
The Orris | Variety Show
• Variety show presented by Music Art Love featuring new performers and acts ranging from music and comedy to acting. Doors open at 6 PM. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door and may be purchased at Music Art Love or through the event QR code.

Just beyond Sainte Geneviève’s historic district,

Just beyond Sainte Geneviève’s historic district, the Levee Wildlife Refuge encompasses more than 200 acres of Mississippi River bottomland, floodplain forest, wetlands and open fields.

The levee-top route offers roughly 2.3 miles for walking, running or cycling, with wide views across the surrounding landscape. Primitive trails lead toward the riverfront, while the refuge provides opportunities for birdwatching, fishing and wildlife observation. Deer, great blue herons, bald eagles and meadowlarks are among the wildlife found here.

Dedicated in 2021, the Ste. Geneviève Levee Wildlife Refuge occupies the landscape between the historic town and the Mississippi River.

The Great Flood of 1993 brought the Mississippi Ri

The Great Flood of 1993 brought the Mississippi River to a record 49.74 feet at Sainte Geneviève, as residents, volunteers and agencies worked to protect the town from the rising water.

Plans for federal flood protection were already in place. Congress had authorized the Ste. Genevieve flood-control project in 1986, specifically recognizing the value of protecting the town’s nationally significant historic resources, including its rare surviving French Colonial buildings and historic district.

After the 1993 flood, construction of the Mississippi River levee and pump station became a priority. The system was designed to protect Sainte Geneviève from a 0.2% annual-chance flood, often called a 500-year flood.

Today, the landscape between the historic town and the river looks very different. The Ste. Geneviève Levee Wildlife Refuge, dedicated in 2021, encompasses more than 200 acres of wetlands, fields, floodplain forest and river bottomland along the levee.

Events in and around Sainte Geneviève this week ↓

Events in and around Sainte Geneviève this week ↓

TUESDAY, AUGUST 18 & FRIDAY, AUGUST 21 - SUNDAY, AUGUST 23
[11 AM - 3 PM]
Sainte Genevieve Art Center & Art Museum | Sainte Genevieve Art Guild Member Exhibit for Fall Season
• Exhibition featuring contemporary and traditional artwork created by members of the Sainte Genevieve Art Guild. The fall exhibit continues through November 8.
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 21
[7 PM - 9 PM]
Music Art Love | Open Mic
• Open mic featuring musicians, poets and other performers.
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 21
[7 PM - 9 PM]
PJ’s at the Antique Mall Ste. Genevieve | Patrick Tuller & Lotus Lunabelle
• Live music.
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 22
[10 AM - 3 PM]
Felix Vallé House State Historic Site | Civil War Camp and Bank Raid Reenactment
• Civil War-era camp and bank raid reenactment performed by historical interpreters and reenactors.
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 22 - SUNDAY, AUGUST 23
Two Rivers Gallery | Konstantin Kublanov Art Exhibition
• Free all-ages exhibition featuring paintings by classically trained artist Konstantin Kublanov. Kublanov studied at St. Petersburg Pedagogical University in Russia and has exhibited work throughout St. Louis, Indianapolis, Chicago and Kansas City. His paintings are known for their atmospheric treatment of light and landscape. On display through October 4.
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 23
[11 AM - 3 PM]
The Artisan at Baetje Farms | Open House
• Open house featuring food, curated wine tastings and live music. $10 creamery tours are available with time slots from 11 AM - 2 PM.
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 23
[11 AM - 3 PM]
Sainte Genevieve Art Center & Art Museum | Fred Conway
• Special exhibition celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Promenade des Arts and featuring work by Art Colony instructor Fred Conway.

Jour de Fête, in motion. Dating back to the late

Jour de Fête, in motion.

Dating back to the late 1960s, Jour de Fête brings artists and makers to the streets of downtown Sainte Geneviève for a weekend each August, with art, handmade goods, food, music and visitors filling the historic district.

Scenes from this year’s festival.

Jour de Fête, photographed on a bright August Satu

Jour de Fête, photographed on a bright August Saturday in Sainte Geneviève.

Each year, the historic district fills with artists, makers, visitors and familiar faces for one of the town’s longstanding summer traditions. This year’s festival once again brought a full weekend of activity to the streets of downtown Sainte Geneviève.

Another Jour de Fête in the books.

Events in Sainte Geneviève this week ↓ SUNDAY, AU

Events in Sainte Geneviève this week ↓

SUNDAY, AUGUST 9 - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4
Two Rivers Gallery | Konstantin Kublanov Art Exhibition
• Free all-ages exhibition featuring the work of classically trained artist Konstantin Kublanov. Kublanov studied at St. Petersburg Pedagogical University in Russia and has exhibited throughout the United States. His paintings are also held in private collections in Germany, France, Italy, and the United States. On display through October 4.
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 14
[7 PM - 9 PM]
PJ’s at the Antique Mall Ste. Genevieve | Bryan Therlin
• Live music featuring Bryan Therlin.

Sainte Geneviève in the afternoon sun.

Sainte Geneviève in the afternoon sun.

Located on Main Street, Stella & Me Cafe serves sa

Located on Main Street, Stella & Me Cafe serves sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, and house-made desserts.

The setting is colorful, informal, and completely its own, with the kind of personality that makes an ordinary lunch feel memorable.

Events in Sainte Geneviève this week ↓ FRIDAY, AU

Events in Sainte Geneviève this week ↓

FRIDAY, AUGUST 7
[5 PM - 9 PM]
PJ’s at the Antique Mall Ste. Genevieve | Live music - Lyn, Jen & Jack
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 8 - SUNDAY, AUGUST 9
[SATURDAY, 10 AM - 6 PM | SUNDAY, 9 AM - 4 PM]
Downtown Sainte Geneviève | 58th Annual Jour de Fête
• Annual arts and crafts festival featuring vendor booths, food and beer gardens, live entertainment, duck races, a Young Entrepreneur Corner, honored pioneer families, a Corvette and tractor show, local merchant shops and the antique mall. A car show and chicken dinner will also be held at the KC Hall on Sunday only. For more information, visit saintegenevievejourdefete.com, email stegenjourdefete@gmail.com or call 573-880-6970.
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 8 - SUNDAY, AUGUST 9
[SATURDAY, 11 AM - 4 PM | SUNDAY, 10 AM]
Jean Baptiste Vallé House | Celebrate America
• Free weekend celebration featuring community mural and exhibit work, performers, demonstrations and activities. Saturday’s schedule includes the Vallé House open from 11 AM - 12 PM and 1:30 PM - 4 PM; Dancing Eagles at 11 AM; a Garden Tea Party from 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM; and Bobby Norfolk presenting “Through the Eyes of York” at 2 PM. A second Garden Tea Party will be held Sunday at 10 AM. Tea party reservations are required and include a boxed tea spread. Limited gluten-free boxes are available upon request. Reserve by calling 573-880-7189 or emailing stge_visitor_info@nps.gov.
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 9 - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4
Two Rivers Gallery | Konstantin Kublanov Art Exhibition
• Free all-ages exhibition featuring paintings by classically trained artist Konstantin Kublanov.

Brix Urban Winery, home of Star Lite River Restaur

Brix Urban Winery, home of Star Lite River Restaurant, is located on Merchant Street in downtown Sainte Geneviève, where small-batch mead and fruit wines are made and bottled on site.

The tasting room offers mead on tap, wine flights, locally produced craft beer, and a full food menu from Star Lite River Restaurant. With indoor and patio seating, Brix offers a more urban interpretation of the region’s wine culture within Sainte Geneviève’s historic commercial district.

Brix Urban Winery brings small-batch winemaking to

Brix Urban Winery brings small-batch winemaking to Merchant Street in downtown Sainte Geneviève.

Mead and fruit wines made on site are served alongside a full menu, with seating inside and on the patio. It is a contemporary addition to the town’s longstanding wine culture.

Events in Sainte Geneviève this week ↓ WEDNESDAY,

Events in Sainte Geneviève this week ↓

WEDNESDAY, JULY 29 - SUNDAY, AUGUST 2
[10 AM - 4 PM]
Felix Vallé House State Historic Site | Moments That Made US
• Free exhibition examining significant moments from America’s first 250 years, including stories from Missouri. Located in the Shaw House and open Wednesday through Sunday. On display through September 30.
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 29
[6 PM - 9 PM]
Audubon’s | Dustin Coleman in the Biergarten
• Free all-ages concert in the Biergarten.
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THURSDAY, JULY 30 - FRIDAY, JULY 31
[11 AM - 3 PM]
Ste. Genevieve Art Guild | Fred Conway: Art Colony Instructor
• Free exhibition celebrating Fred Conway and his work as an instructor with the Ste. Genevieve Art Colony. The exhibition closes Friday.
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FRIDAY, JULY 31 - SUNDAY, AUGUST 2
[12 PM - 4 PM]
Two Rivers Gallery | Lavetta Rhinehart Art Exhibition
• Free all-ages exhibition featuring paintings by Missouri artist Lavetta Rhinehart. The exhibition closes Sunday.
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FRIDAY, JULY 31
[6 PM - 8 PM]
Sainte Genevieve Museum Learning Center | Paint & Sip
• Guided painting of an Audubon bird illustration with supplies and two Brix Signature Sangria tickets included. Advance tickets are $35 and may be purchased through the museum’s website or by calling 573-883-3466.
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FRIDAY, JULY 31
[6:30 PM]
The Orris | Big Love: Fleetwood Mac Tribute
• Ste. Geneviève Chamber of Commerce Summer Music Series featuring music from across Fleetwood Mac’s career. Doors open at 6:30 PM; the concert begins at 8 PM. Tickets are available through the Ste. Geneviève Chamber of Commerce website. For event questions, please contact the Chamber rather than The Orris.
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FRIDAY, JULY 31
[7 PM]
PJ’s at the Antique Mall Ste. Genevieve | Live music - Patrick Tuller
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 1
[6 AM]
Ste. Genevieve County Challenger Baseball | F3 Riverbend Region Launch
• Free peer-led outdoor workout open to men of all fitness levels. No experience is required. Wear workout clothes and athletic shoes.
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Jour de Fête returns to downtown Sainte Geneviève

Jour de Fête returns to downtown Sainte Geneviève August 8 - 9, marking 58 years of art, craft, music, and tradition.

Rustik Sand Kandles is one of Merchant Street’s in

Rustik Sand Kandles is one of Merchant Street’s independent shops, known for its hand-poured candles and handcrafted goods.

The shop specializes in candles poured on site while also offering wax melts, handcrafted décor, seasonal collections, and locally made goods. Together, they create a collection centered on craftsmanship and small makers, qualities that have long had a place in downtown Sainte Geneviève.

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