Attractions

A warm welcome awaits you in Ste. Genevieve. Come stay with us as you experience the special ambience of this unique historic village. Fine examples of 18th century French colonial architecture-in a concentration greater than anywhere else in the United States-are found in Ste. Genevieve today.

Bolduc House

A National Historic Landmark, the Bolduc House was built about 1785 by Louis Bolduc, incorporating timbers from the owner’s earlier home located in the original village of Ste. Genevieve. The structure’s vertical-log walls are mortised into massive sills that rest on a limestone foundation, a sophisticated poteaux-sur-sole construction. Its double pitched hip roof is supported by a series of heavy oak timbers that constitute a Norman truss system. The Bolduc House is regarded as the first most authentically restored Creole house in the nation, earning the respect of architectural historians everywhere. Accurately restored with original 18th century furnishings, living quarters, stockade fence, 18th century French herb gardens and grape arbor, the Bolduc House is unquestionably an architectural treasure. The gift shop features Quimper faience, books, herbs and things French. Open April through October. Admission includes house and garden tours. 125 S. Main • 883-3105

Bauvais-Amoureux House

The Amoureux House was built ca.1792 by Jean Baptiste St. Gemme Beauvais overlooking le grand champ, the agricultural fields of Ste. Genevieve. Its upright cedar log walls are set directly in the earth, in the rare poteaux-en-terre method of construction. Heavy, hewn timbers form the Norman truss, which supports the steeply-pitched roof, reminiscent of French Canada. Purchased by Benjamin Amoureux in 1852, the house is now part of the Felix Vallé State Historic Site. An impressive diorama depicting the village of Ste. Genevieve in 1832 is featured. Seasonal opening. Admission charge. 327 St. Marys Road • 883-7102

Felix Vallé House State Historic Site

This historic site, built in 1818, was the home of Felix and Odile Pratte Vallé, members of one of Ste. Genevieve’s premier colonial families. This important Federal-style limestone building features the authentically restocked mercantile store of the historic trading firm of Menard and Vallé. The family’s living quarters display beautiful early Empire furnishings with original mantels and interior trim. A back porch staircase leads to second floor bedrooms. The charming garden features original brick and frame outbuildings. Gift shop on site. Admission charge. Merchant & Second Streets •883-7102

La Maison de Guibourd-Valle

This important National Register property was constructed in 1806 for Jacques Jean Rene Guibourd de Luzinais, an educated native of France who came to Ste. Genevieve in 1799. The property was donated to the Foundation for Restoration of Ste. Genevieve by its last resident as a memorial to Jules Felix Vallé. The house is a more refined rendition of the typical French Colonial vertical log residence. Visitors can view its timbers and a large Norman truss. The house is finished with elegant French antiques. Admission charge. Senior and group discounts. Gift shop on site. Open April through December. Large tours by appointment during closed season. Admission charge. One North Fourth • 883-9622

Bolduc-LeMeilleur House

The Bolduc-LeMeilleur House was built in 1820 by the grandson-in-law of Louis Bolduc. The brace frame structure with brick noggings is an interesting example of combined French and American influences on local architecture. It has been accurately restored and furnished with fine examples of early Federal pieces. Vintage herb and scented gardens of the early 19th century complement the house. Open April through October. Admission charge. 123 S. Main • 883-3105

 

 

The Ste. Genevieve Museum

The museum contains varied collections of local memorabilia. Items of interest include: prehistoric and historic Indian relics, old documents and Spanish land grants, artifacts from Missouri’s first industry, the Saline Creek Salt Works and a scale model of the Mississippi River Railroad Transfer Boat “The Ste. Genevieve.” Gift shop on site. Open daily. • Admission charge. Merchant & DuBourg Place • 883-3461

 

Ste. Genevieve-Modoc Ferry

Spanning Time & River
Ste. Genevieve - Modoc Ferry
The Ste. Genevieve - Modoc Ferry is your bridge between the historic and scenic City of Sainte Genevieve in Missouri, and the Village of Modoc and all of beautiful Southern Illinois. Relax and let us do the driving while you save money and time. From Illinois, the shops, restaurants and history of French colonial Sainte Genevieve are only minutes away. For Missourians, the ferry offers a direct route to Fort de Chartres and other attractions in Illinois. The ferry also provides a direct route for area truckers, farmers and industries, and is the official crossing point for bicyclists enjoying the Great River Road or the Mississippi River Bicycle Trail.

The ferry operates year-round, except when river conditions make ferry operation unsafe. Daily operating information is available by calling the Great River Road Interpretive Center (573) 883-7097.

Hours of Operation--Summer Hours
Monday - Saturday 6:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Winter Hours

Monday-Saturday 6:00 am-5:00 pm

Sunday 9:00 am-5:00 pm

 

Rate Schedule – One Way
Pedestrians $ 2.00
Bicycles $ 4.00
Motorcycles $ 5.00
Autos, Pickups, Vans $ 10.00
(Round Trip) $18.00
Single-Axel Trucks $15.00
Tandem Trucks & RVs $20.00
Semi-Trucks $25.00
Small Buses $25.00--airport size
Buses $50.00--large tour bus
Farm Vehicles (by spot) $16.00/32.00
RV with Car/trailer in tow $25.00

RT School Bus Only $50.00-round trip

Horse & Rider $4.00

Float Trips:
Minimum 60 (up to 3 hours) $600.00
Maximum100 (up to 3 hours) $700.00
Each additional hour $100.00

Owned and Operated by the
New Bourbon Regional Port Authority
P.O. Box 366
Perryville, Missouri 63775
(573) 547-8357

Email: semorpc@semorpc.org
Member Missouri Port Authority Association