Green's Ferry

Green's Ferry, a historic ferry landing located on the western shore of the Mississippi River in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, played a significant role during the Trail of Tears from 1837 to 1839, serving as a crossing point for the Cherokee. Established by Joseph Waller between 1797 and 1799, the ferry was officially licensed in 1806 and later sold to Green in 1817. The site is now recognized on the National Register of Historic Places since 2007 and is part of Missouri's Trail of Tears State Park, making it a poignant destination for tourists and researchers interested in American history and the experiences of Native Americans during this tragic period.