Restored 1790s French and American Indian trading post and village with five log houses. One house is one of the oldest west of the Mississippi; all are furnished with 1700s American antiques. The landscaping and gardens are period. The site overlooks the Missouri River. A historian gives a one-hour tour, by appointment.

In 1894, this roller mill and one-room schoolhouse was the focal point of the Alley Spring community. Park rangers in period costume show you how the mill worked, and how school was taught in the one-room schoolhouse. A variety of historic programs are offered. Open June thru August.

Once part of the Mother Road, Route 66, this bridge across the Mississippi River was re-opened in 1999 as one of the world's longest pedestrian-bicycle bridges. It connects Missouri’s St. Louis Riverfront Trail and the MCT Confluence Trail, in Illinois. This is a particularly scenic stretch of the Mississippi River, overlooking the natural chain of rocks, from which it derives its name.

In December 2001, the Meachum site was dedicated as part of the National Park Service's Underground Railroad Network to Freedom. The nine-acre site on the St. Louis Riverfront Trail, three miles north of downtown St. Louis, just north of the Merchant’s Bridge. A rest stop and native plant nursery are housed in a former Coast Guard boat facility. The building features a spacious deck overlooking the river. It is staffed during peak periods by the Grace Hill AmeriCorps Trail Rangers, who provide directions, general and mechanical assistance.

Built in 1852 along the 1846 alignment of the Santa Fe Trail, this estate was owned by George Caleb Bingham, famed Missouri Civil War artist. Home to the Waggoner family, 1879-1978, owners of the Waggoner Gates Mill. Original furnishings and paintings. Tours offered daily. See Web site for event schedules.

Open April thru October, and from the day after Thanksgiving thru December 30; group tours available year-round by appointment.

Fought on August 10, 1861, the Battle of Wilson’s Creek was a pivotal battle in Missouri and the second major battle of the Civil War. More than 2,500 Union and Confederate soldiers were dead, wounded or missing during the five hours of intense fighting.

The visitor center (ADA compliant) features a 27-minute film, a museum and changing exhibits. A five-mile, self-guided road tour allows visitors to explore the battlefield at their own pace. Walking trails lead to various battle sites, including Bloody Hill, the Historic John Ray House and the Edwards Cabin.

This one-room school, built in 1912, is used as a meeting hall. Stroll the walking trail on the grounds.