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Catholic Heritage Center & Museum

Catholic Heritage Center & Museum

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573.788.2730
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lat: 37.7249741 long: -89.8641511

The Catholic Heritage Center & Museum focuses on the Perry County communities of Apple Creek and Biehle and their deep roots in the Catholic faith. Tour the museum and see local artifacts donated to the museum from local businesses and families who settled this area in the early 1800’s.

The St. Joseph Catholic church sits next door to the museum with its natural spring grotto. The museum houses many religious artifacts from the church through the years.

 

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Trail of Tears to Cairo

The path taken by Chief John Ross on his way to Cairo. (https://www.hmdb.org/m.asp?m=161480)

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 Here, nine Cherokee Indian groups braved harsh winter conditions while crossing the Mississippi River in 1838-1839, marking a sorrowful chapter in American history. The park also has: shaded picnic sites, hiking and horse trails, opportunities to fish…

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Front Loop

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Chamoise to Klondike MO

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Fort Osage Historic Park

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Trail of Tears Access

A boat ramp that allows visitors to access the Trail of Tears

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Katy Trail Trailhead

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New Haven Public Access

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Lewis and Clark Memorial

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Lewis and Clark Nature Trail

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Fort Bellefontaine

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