ST. CHARLES COUNTY HISTORY

By Dorris Keeven-Franke

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History happens. All stories, especially the difficult ones, need to be heard. Award winning author, a public historian, professional genealogist, and International speaker. Member of the Missouri Speakers Bureau and the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom.

Tag: Black schoolhouses

  • Franklin School

    Franklin School

    For over half of a century, this was the only African American High School available in St. Charles County. Student came from as far as Wentzville. This is a very special place that needs to be understood, recalled, and preserved.

  • Smith Chapel Cemetery at Snow Hill

    Smith Chapel Cemetery at Snow Hill

    Smith Chapel Cemetery, was begun by freedom seekers who had used the Underground Railroad…