A Century of Progress

Historical marker location:

112 West Lexington Avenue, Independence, Missouri

( Marker is on Lexington Avenue near Main Street, on the right when traveling west.)

Marker installed: 1933

The town of Hermann, Missouri, is known for its wineries and German heritage. It was founded in 1837 by a group of German immigrants and is home to the annual Hermann Maifest, a celebration of German culture and traditions.