A Very Peck Christmas: An Old-Time Shopping Experience

at First Missouri State Capitol State Historic Site

12/13/2025 to 12/14/2025 | First Missouri State Capitol State Historic Site | St. Charles, MO.

Take a break from the wrapping, baking and decorating and come enjoy a simpler time on the Missouri frontier!

You are invited to step back in time and experience the ambiance of shopping by candlelight at the 1820s Peck Bros. Dry Goods and Hardware Store. Products for sale will include, but not be limited to, old-fashioned toys and games, candy, lye soap, handmade items, and Christmas ornaments. Enjoy a break from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season with your family to discover these unique, items that are perfect as stocking stuffers or small gifts! The store is located on the first floor of the Capitol complex on Main Street.

For more information, call First Missouri State Capitol State Historic Site at 636-940-3322 or visit the site at 200 S. Main St. in downtown St. Charles.

To see more events like this, please visit Missouri State Parks' holiday events page.

Event times:

  • Saturday, Dec. 13: noon to 8 p.m.
  • Sunday, Dec. 14: noon to 5 p.m.

Historic site contact information:

  • Address: 200 S. Main St., St. Charles, Mo.
  • Phone number: 636-940-3322