EVENT/ATTRACTION:  Red House Interpretive Center

DATE:  July

CITY/COUNTY:  Cape Girardeau, MO - Cape Girardeau County

DESCRIPTION:  The Red House Interpretive Center is a project of the Cape Girardeau Lewis and Clark Bicentennial Commission, the Red House Interpretive Center commemorates the visit of Meriwether Lewis and William Clark in November 1803.   Louis Lorimier, Cape Girardeau's founder, welcomed the expedition members at his home, the Red House.  The Interpretive Center houses an early 1800's exhibit that reflects the lives of the early settlers of the "Old Cape Girardeau District."   In addition, a rendering of the Louis Lorimier Trading Post displays authentic items that would have been sold during the early 1800's.  The center is open May 19th through September 6th, Tuesday through Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Closed on Mondays.  Admission is $3 for adults and $1 for children. For more information about the Red House Interpretive Center visit website.

EVENT/ATTRACTION:  Old St. Vincent's Church

DATE:  July

CITY/COUNTY:  Cape Girardeau, MO - Cape Girardeau County

DESCRIPTION:  Built in 1853, Old St. Vincent’s Church, is right across the street from the Red House.  Simply stated Old St. Vincent’s is beautiful.  The architecture, English Gothic Revival, is breathtaking and rare.  Very few churches of this style exist in America. One unusual feature is the over 100 medieval design plaster masks portraying characters from the Miracle and Mystery plays.  The pews are original as are the altars.  The communion rail with its unusual wrought iron design, windows, frames and casings all date back to the 1850’s.  The massive 3 ¼ inch thick doors are hand-carved.  The church is open May 19th through September 6th, Tuesday through Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Closed on Mondays.. The cost of admission is only $3.00 for adults and $1.00 for children.  For more information about Old St. Vincent's Church visit their website

EVENT/ATTRACTION:  The Glenn House

DATE:  July

CITY/COUNTY:  Cape Girardeau, MO - Cape Girardeau County

DESCRIPTION:  A true jewel of the City of Cape Girardeau, the historic Glenn House allows visitors to follow a pathway back in time. Restored rooms depict life around 1900, reflecting an earlier Cape Girardeau society. In 1883, Edwin Branch Deane designed the Glenn House for his daughter, Lulu Deane, and her husband, David A. Glenn. Mr. Glenn, a Cape Girardeau merchant and banker, occupied the home with his family until 1915. Around 1900 the Glenns extensively remodeled the residence by adding the curved veranda and updated the kitchen and baths to include hot water heat and electric lighting. On the National Register of Historic Places. The house is open May 19th through September 6th, Tuesday through Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Closed on Mondays. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for children. For more information about the Historic Glenn House visit their website.

EVENT/ATTRACTION:  Cape River Heritage Museum

DATE:  July

CITY/COUNTY:  Cape Girardeau, MO - Cape Girardeau County

DESCRIPTION:  The Cape River Heritage Museum is located in the old City Fire Station. This museum displays river-related artifacts and historical items. The "Southeast Missouri Story" is portrayed along with an interpretive story of the Mississippi River in Cape Girardeau. The museum is open May 19th through September 6th, Tuesday through Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Closed on Mondays. Admission is $3 for adults and $1 for children.  For more information, call 800-777-0068 or www.visitcape.com.

EVENT/ATTRACTION:  Historic Fort D

DATE:  July

CITY/COUNTY:  Cape Girardeau, MO - Cape Girardeau County

DESCRIPTION:  In the summer of 1861 at the beginning of the Civil War, four forts were built around the strategic city of Cape Girardeau on the orders of General John Frèmont. Designed by German-American engineers from St. Louis, the forts were built by soldiers of the 20th Illinois Infantry, Bissell's Engineers of the West and local militia under the direction of Illinois Lt. John Wesley Powell, who would later gain fame as the explorer of the Grand Canyon, was detached from his regiment by the new general, Ulysses S. Grant, in order to raise a local company to man the forts.  This Powell did, and his new Battery F served the forts until leaving for the Battle of Shiloh.  Fort D featured as many as five cannons, the largest of which could fire a 32-pound cannon ball.  The fort was manned throughout the Civil War. Of the four earthen forts only Fort D still exists, an intact survivor thanks to civic action in the 1930's.  Today owned by the city, Fort D is located 4 blocks south of the intersection of Missouri Rte. 74 and Sprigg Street in Cape Girardeau, just west of the Mississippi River Bridge.  The fort grounds, featuring interpretive signage are open free to the public dawn to dusk.  For more information visit www.visitcape.com. or to schedule group tours call the Convention and Visitors Bureau 1-800-777-0068. 

EVENT/ATTRACTION:  Bollinger County Museum of Natural History

DATE:  July

CITY/COUNTY:  Marble Hill, MO - Bollinger County

DESCRIPTION:  Our museum features natural history exhibits from all over the world and showcases the bones from the Missouri dinosaur being dug at the Chronister site in Glen Allen. See  
the life-sized replica of the only dinosaur found in Missouri.  Civil War items, Native American artifacts, crystal radios and Lewis and clark memorabilia will tempt the history buffs.  The expanded children's room teaches in a fun way and lots of other exhibits make your visit a wonderful way to spend the afternoon.  Regular hours are Thurs - Sat. noon to 4:30 p.m. or by appointment.  Admission is $2 over 18 and $1 under 18.  For more information call 573-238-1174 or 2713 or www.bcmnh.org. 

EVENT/ATTRACTION:  Saxon Lutheran Memorial

DATE:  July

CITY/COUNTY:  Frohna, MO - Perry County

DESCRIPTION:  The Saxon Lutheran Memorial campground and picnic area is open. It is for primitive camping only for right now.  At this time we are not set up for campers and RVs.  There are no hook-ups, but we do have water in the park for the camper's use.  There is a $10 per night fee. Please call ahead to make reservations, 573-824-5404.  

EVENT/ATTRACTION:  Exhibit at the Lutheran Heritage Center & Museum

DATE:  July

CITY/COUNTY:  Altenburg, MO - Perry County

DESCRIPTION:  The museum is open everyday from 10am-4pm, and admission is FREE. Come & See the Exhibit at the Lutheran Heritage Center & Museum In Altenburg, Missouri. "Images of East Perry County"By Regional Photographer Dr. Joel West Ray. These beautiful land and aerial photographs were taken in the Altenburg/Frohna region. Photo prints will be for sale beginning May 22.  All proceeds will go toward the Perry County Lutheran Historical Society and WESTRAY Foundation's"From Missouri to Germany" Photography Project Featuring the students of Altenburg Public School & Concordia Trinity Lutheran School.  Location is 75 Church Street.  Open Daily-10am-4pm. For more information, call:  573-824-6070 or www.altenburgmuseum.org.  Exhibit Designed & Sponsored by:  Jeanie Eddleman & CL Jordan Preservation.

EVENT/ATTRACTION:  Trail of Tears State Park

DATE:  July

CITY/COUNTY:  Cape Girardeau, MO - Cape Girardeau County

DESCRIPTION:  The tragic history that gives Trail of Tears State Park its name provides a sharp contrast to the peaceful, serene setting and the abundance of recreational opportunities enjoyed by visitors today. The 3,415-acre park is a memorial to the Cherokee Indians that lost their lives in a forced relocation, as well as a place for visitors to participate in a variety of outdoor adventures.

Today, numerous picnic sites are scattered throughout the park and campsites are available in a wooded area and near the river. Anglers can cast their lines in either the Mississippi River or the 20-acre Lake Boutin, stocked with bass, bluegill and catfish. The park’s numerous trails offer opportunities for hiking, backpacking, primitive camping and equestrian pursuits. In winter, the bluffs and cliffs along the river are noted as roosting sites for bald eagles.  For more information visit www.mostateparks.com/trailoftears

EVENT/ATTRACTION: Contra Dance

DATE: July 2

CITY/COUNTY:  Cape Girardeau, MO - Cape Girardeau County

DESCRIPTION: Skip the Gym,.....and                 

 Tighten your Tube, Advance your Acceptance, Burnish your Balance, Lose your Love Handles, Activate your Agility, Identify with Inclusiveness, Enhance your Endorphins, Fortify your Friendships, Cut your Cholesterol, Slim your Stomach, Muscle-Up your Musicality, Loosen-Up your Laugh, Connect with Community, Lighten your Load, Limber your Legs, Tap your Toes, Waste your Waist, Love to Love, Bedazzle the Banjo, Amp-up your Athleticism, Elevate your Esteem, Fight your Fat, Meet a Man, Develop your Digestion, Trim your Tummy, Lower your LDL, Help your HDL, Find a Friend, Buff your Beer Belly, Appreciate your Attitude, Find your Fitness, Trim your Tire, Energize your Energy, Woo a Woman, Tune-Up your Tone, Bond with the Band, Feel the Friendliness, Fire-Up the Fiddle, Deflate your Deposits, Laugh a Lot, Sculpt your Stomach, Strip-Away your Stress, Diminish Depression, Do the Do-Si-Do, Strengthen your Smile, Free your Frivolity, Help the Happy, and Battle the Bulge. Guaranteed to Burn Calories – Lots of em!   7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.  (Free Beginner’s Lessons: 6:45 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.)  Christ Episcopal Church, 101 N. Fountain Street, Cape Girardeau, MO.  

Featuring:  The Old Cornlickers

Beginners Welcome: We do not discriminate relative to age, race, sex, gender, ethnicity, religion, dance ability, musicality, or hair style. Requested Donation: $5  ($1.00 for students)

Information: Call John or Kathy Coffman at (573) 334-4706, Judy Bradley at (573) 334-5289, or John Boyd at (573) 335-7315

EVENT/ATTRACTION: Contra Dance

DATE: July 17

CITY/COUNTY:  Cape Girardeau, MO - Cape Girardeau County

DESCRIPTION: Skip the Gym,.....and                 

 Tighten your Tube, Advance your Acceptance, Burnish your Balance, Lose your Love Handles, Activate your Agility, Identify with Inclusiveness, Enhance your Endorphins, Fortify your Friendships, Cut your Cholesterol, Slim your Stomach, Muscle-Up your Musicality, Loosen-Up your Laugh, Connect with Community, Lighten your Load, Limber your Legs, Tap your Toes, Waste your Waist, Love to Love, Bedazzle the Banjo, Amp-up your Athleticism, Elevate your Esteem, Fight your Fat, Meet a Man, Develop your Digestion, Trim your Tummy, Lower your LDL, Help your HDL, Find a Friend, Buff your Beer Belly, Appreciate your Attitude, Find your Fitness, Trim your Tire, Energize your Energy, Woo a Woman, Tune-Up your Tone, Bond with the Band, Feel the Friendliness, Fire-Up the Fiddle, Deflate your Deposits, Laugh a Lot, Sculpt your Stomach, Strip-Away your Stress, Diminish Depression, Do the Do-Si-Do, Strengthen your Smile, Free your Frivolity, Help the Happy, and Battle the Bulge. Guaranteed to Burn Calories – Lots of em!   7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.  (Free Beginner’s Lessons: 6:45 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.)  Christ Episcopal Church, 101 N. Fountain Street, Cape Girardeau, MO.  

Featuring:  Smuggler's Cargo

Beginners Welcome: We do not discriminate relative to age, race, sex, gender, ethnicity, religion, dance ability, musicality, or hair style. Requested Donation: $5  ($1.00 for students)

Information: Call John or Kathy Coffman at (573) 334-4706, Judy Bradley at (573) 334-5289, or John Boyd at (573) 335-7315