Trading Post

Trading Post Mill
The Trading Post Mill was a centerpoint of the community in the 1800's.

Massacre Monument
In 1907, a monument was erected near the Trading Post commemorating the slain and wounded settlers from the Marais des Cygne Massacre.
Trading Post School
The Trading Post School, built in 1886.

Trading Post Museum
The Trading Post Museum.

Massacre Re-enactment
On May 16, 1997, a reenactment of the Marais des Cygne Massacre was held at the park. Several incidents were recreated by reenactors from across the Midwest. With a collection of make-shift period clothes, the Fitzwaters volunteered to lead children's games.

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