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St. Peters, Missouri

Located in St. Charles County, Missouri, St. Peters was established in 1809. The St. Peters Rec-Plex is one of the largest recreation centers in the U.S. Growing western St. Louis suburb.

Founded 1809 | Population 58,000 | Peak 58,000 (2024) | County St. Charles County

Top 10 Most Important Events for St. Peters, Missouri

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1809Founded: Named for St. Peter.

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1859Economic Development: St. Peters grew through manufacturing and industry.

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1890Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define St. Peters's character and economy.

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2010Modern Era: St. Peters continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.

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Did You Know?

The St. Peters Rec-Plex is one of the largest recreation centers in the U.S.

Growing western St. Louis suburb.

Part of fast-growing St. Charles County.

St. Peters was founded in 1809.

St. Peters has a population of approximately 58,000.

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