East Perry County welcomes visitors every day, both local and from all over the United states as they travel on vacation or bring tour groups here for a visit.  We often will get individuals from other countries, too, who are interested in visiting a German settlement and leaning about the pioneer lifestyle that the Saxons lived upon their arrival. 

 

In additon to the SLM historical site in Frohna, there are several other sites that are part of the history in the local area that guests will want to include on their travels.

 

*Another  museum is the Lutheran Heritage Center & Museum. 

This is the site of the first log cabin seminary built west of the Mississippi and where the famous Altenburg Debate took place to decide the future of the new settlements.  Across the street is the newly built modern museum and gift shop with numerous displays sharing rich history and family artifacts of the surrounding towns.

 

The museum in Altenburg is located just 2 miles east of the Saxon Lutheran Memorial on Highway A.  They are open every day from 10am - 4pm.  Please check their website for more details.  www.altenburgmuseum.org       573-824-6070

 

*One other historical stop to make is  the "Die Kleine Schule" (The Little School), just south of Concordia Lutheran Church in Frohna on the same  parking lot.  Please call the SLM to make arrangements to have it opened for viewing.  

 

East Perry County proudly presents two of the finest wineries in the area: 

 

*Hemman Winery - When you leave the Saxon Lutheran Memorial and head north (turn right) onto  Highway C you will travel 3 miles and come to the little town of Brazeau.  You will soon see the quaint wine store called Hemman Winery on the left.  They have a wonderful family story to share about the history of their wine making buisness.  Their specialty is sweet fruit wines and they make over 25 different varieties.  Dorothy Hemman and Doug & Bonnie Hemman are the owners of this fine establishment.  Throughout the year they have live music and front porch specials.  Check their website for listings.     www.hemmanwinery.com  

573-824-6040

 

Just down the road from the winery is a quaint little house called Aunt Carrie's Tea House.  It is available for lodging.  It is NOT a bed and breakfast, but can graciously accomodate you for a quiet night's rest (or more) when you are in the area.  There are 3 bedrooms and 1 bath, a fully stocked kitchen with utencils and appliances.  All the linens are provided, the only thing you have to bring is food.  Payment is accepted in the form of a free-will donation.   Reservations are required to avoid double bookings.  Please call Bonnie to make arrangements for your stay at

573-824-5394 or 573-824-6040 on the weekends.

 

A local Bed & Breakfast is open and ready for your reservations.  It is located seven miles north of the Saxon Memorial in Farrar, MO.  The Eggers & Co General Store Bed & Breakfast is owned and operated by Steve & Ellen Frye.  The store, which was Ellen's grandfather's, has been beautifully restored and renovated.  It has tidbits of local history scattered around along with a story or two.  It has 3 rooms available all with private baths.  Great home cooking will get your morning started right with local delicacies to tempt your tastebuds.  It is available for reservations on Friday and Saturday nights.  The phone number is: 573-824-5271.  You can visit their website at:

 

There are several eating establishments in the area that will treat your taste buds to the local flavors of the East End.  Each has it's own ambiance and daily specials:

 

West End Tavern & Grocery                   573-824-5281

East Perry Pub                                              573-824-9998

 

Mississippi Mud Saloon                            573-824-5657

Dip N Deli                                                        573-824-5610

 

*Our area is also dotted with very historic country churches that will take your breath away while filling you with inspiration and humbling your spirit as you step foot into God's house.  As you experience a moment of awe and reverence, you can feel His presence in the same way the Saxons did knowing He was there to guide every step they took in order to worship Him how they desired; as the One True and Holy Triune God.  Feel free to call a church of your choice for worship and Bible study times:

 

Concordia, Frohna                     824-5435*

Trinity, Altenburg                      824-5287*

Immanuel, Altenburg               824-5636

Salem, Farrar                                824-5728

Zion, Crosstown                           824-5728

Grace, Uniontown                       788-2342*  

Zion, Longtown                            788-2342