The Stars and Stripes Historic Region is a vibrant symbol of pride, unity, and historical significance, where travelers immerse themselves in the stories of resilience and sacrifice that define our region’s past, fostering a deep appreciation for our shared heritage and inspiring future generations.
As designated by the Missouri Legislature, May 2023
26 Counties
…. From St. Louis to the Missouri Bootheel
…. Which tell the story….
Of Commitment
…. Service
& Informed Citizenship
The story of Civil War
…. Pristine spring fed waters
…. & the iconic Father of Waters
Our Counties:
The Cotton Kingdom/Bootheel:
Pemiscot, Dunklin, Butler, Stoddard, New Madrid, Scott & Mississippi
The Scenic Riverways:
Oregon, Ripley, Carter, Shannon, Reynolds
Our Mississippi Riverway
St. Louis, Jefferson, Ste. Genevieve, Perry, Cape Girardeau
The Ozark Highlands:
Franklin, Crawford, Dent, Washington, Iron, St. Francois, Madison, Bollinger, Wayne
Our Vision/Mission:
“To promote, enhance, celebrate and encourage the inculcation of the awe-inspiring history, heritage and God given beauty of our nation’s and Missouri’s incomparable Stars & Stripes Historic Region.”
Our Stars & Stripes Region Monthly Publication available here digitally & at the Stars & Stripes Region’s Court Houses, Supermarkets, public libraries, and VFW, museums and other military and civic institutions.
And as we progress we will be posting Video Podcasts which will be available here & on Youtube.
