Deutschheim State Historic Site

This living history site has been operated by the state of Missouri since 1978 and shares the story of German migration to America and Missouri in the mid-19th century. Deutschheim State Historic Site includes a variety of restored 1840s and 1850s buildings full of artifacts and interactive experiences that share the story of how German-Americans established homes, farms, and businesses in the Hermann area.

The vast majority of German immigrants to Missouri at this critical time in US history opposed slavery, and German immigrants constituted a significant portion of the volunteers who defeated attempts by pro-Confederate forces to push the state towards secession. German immigrants also took the lead in developing breweries in cities around the state and were instrumental in Missouri's early wine industry. Grapevines planted in the 1850s can still be seen on the property, as can a number of historic artifacts.