Ste. Geneviève is a charming historic town in Missouri that is designated as one of the National Trust for Historic Preservation's Dozen Distinctive Destinations, renowned for its impressive population of French Colonial buildings, the largest of its kind in the United States. The city, which was founded in 1735, is home to over 150 buildings constructed prior to the early 19th century, a number of which are open to the public as living history museums showcasing spectacular French Creole colonial architecture and unique vertical wood post construction. Charming bed and breakfast facilities are housed within National Historic Landmark buildings, with restaurants such as the Old Brick House, Sirro's Restaurant, and Stella and Me serving up casual and fine dining comfort fare. Special events held each year include the Jour de Fête French colonial festival, held throughout the city each August.

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