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 ToursOld-fashioned school still operational in historic village with general store, iron works, old post office and largest known collection of old toys.
Canton, MO Historic SchoolhousesStep back in time and see history come alive with people actually living in a historical setting.
Canton, MO MuseumsCrown Valley Port House features an elaborate tasting bar, indoor and outdoor seating, a bistro, gift shop, and live music on...
Light show, optical science demonstrations, hands-on learning fun, hundreds of glasses on display, indoor theatre, fun for th...
Bethel was the most successful communal colony in the State of Missouri, founded by Dr. Wilhelm Keil in 1844. Today, this ti...