In downtown St. Charles you can wander through several of the buildings that would have been familiar to Lewis and Clark. While not all the structures remain, the community has also reconstructed structures similar to that period of history. Many are now shops or eating establishments, along with a few still used as residences. Even though our school district does not encompass the city of St. Charles we are located within the St. Charles County. A few years prior to Lewis and Clark visiting this area, Francis Howell and his family moved and settled here. While there are no records indicating a meeting, it is possible since he was an influential figure in the St. Charles area. Daniel Boone was also a member of the area community. His home and property are located a few miles southwest of the city of St. Charles and are open to the public for tours.