Since the settling of St. Charles as Les Petites Cotes (the little hills) by Louis Blanchette in 1769; the riverfront area has been important to the commercial and social growth of the city. Today it is a vibrant example of historic preservation. Yet; in the 1960s; the area was endangered as the once-lovely buildings deteriorated. Thanks to the efforts of dedicated citizens prompted by the restoration of the first state capitol property; the area underwent a revitalization and rebirth. The Main Street Historic District was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in June 1970.
#1083429 in eBooks 2010-11-08 2010-11-08File Name: B0099V24MS
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Informative with many photosBy bubblerBook was very informative and was loaded with photos. Particularly enjoyed the Fiesta photos and history of the city.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Very GoodBy CustomerGreat book my husbands family is long time T or C residents. Thank goodness for people like Sherry Fletcher.preserving our past.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. WONDERFULBy r mcallisterA RARE GLIMPSE INTO THE HISTORY OF A SMALL TOWN...DELIGHTFUL AND ACCURATE. WELL WRITTEN AND COMPELLING LY INTERESTING....MORE MORE. HYE
