Large navigational waterway structure on the upper Mississippi River, One mi. above Canton. Has a dam 40 tainter gates and 3 roller gates. It locks 35,000,000 tons of cargo per year.
Canton, MO RecreationAn old one room brick school house located in Martin Park, one of three remaining segregated schools that finally closed in the 1950s.
Canton, MO Historic BuildingsThe Canton Ferry is the longest continually operating ferry service on the Mississippi River. The first known ferry service began operation a few miles north of Canton around 1844
Canton, MO ToursThe All Faiths Chapel provides a serene environment for meditative reflection amidst tranquil sounds of bubbling water and artwork representing international religions.
Canton, MO ArtsThe world's largest known collection of Marx toys and other antique toys from the last century.
Canton, MO MuseumsRV sites, tent sites, electricity, trails....
Built in 1871, it is the last surviving covered bridge with "Burr-arch" truss construction in Missouri. The bridge served tra...
School built in 1903, moved to present location at the museum complex in 1989. Period furnishings....
Antebellum mansion with period furnishings, fashions room, child's collection, and extensive equestrian memorabilia. Also on ...