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The Canvas Event Center is an event venue at 1922 Independence St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703. It is in Cape Girardeau and Scott counties County, about 55 miles from Paducah.
- Address
- 1922 Independence St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
- Phone
- (573) 803-0676
- County
- Cape Girardeau and Scott counties
- Distance
- about 55 miles from Paducah (straight line)
About Cape Girardeau
Cape Girardeau is a city in southeastern Missouri located along the Mississippi River, covering about 28.5 square miles. Founded around a trading post established by Jean Baptiste de Girardot in 1733, it was incorporated in 1808 and grew as a major river port after steamboat trade began in 1835. Known as "The City of Roses," it is recognized for its historic river port and the Bill Emerson Memorial Bridge. Visitors can reach Cape Girardeau via river transportation or nearby regional airports, with St. Louis about 100 miles northwest. Nearby attractions include the Mississippi River Tales Mural, Riverfront Park, and Fort D Historic Site, all reflecting the city’s rich history and scenic river views.
Getting there
- Rail and air
- Accessible via river transportation and nearby regional airports
- Nearest city
- St. Louis, approximately 100 miles northwest
Around Cape Girardeau
- Mississippi River Tales Mural: A large mural covering 18,000 square feet on the downtown floodwall depicting local history.
- Riverfront Park: Park along the Mississippi River where riverboats dock and visitors can enjoy river views.
- Fort D Historic Site: One of the historic sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
- Confederate War Memorial: A memorial commemorating Confederate soldiers.
- Riverfront Park: Offers riverboat docking and scenic views of the Mississippi River.
- Cape Rock Park: Features the remaining rock from the original cape overlooking the river.
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Frequently Asked
- Where is The Canvas Event Center located?
- The Canvas Event Center is at 1922 Independence St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703, in Cape Girardeau and Scott counties County.
- What is there to see in Cape Girardeau?
- Places to see in Cape Girardeau include Mississippi River Tales Mural, Riverfront Park, Fort D Historic Site, Confederate War Memorial, Riverfront Park.
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