It is often used as a live music venue with the Roots N Blues Festival taking place here every year.

In the early 1800s the David Gordon House and Collins Log Cabin were built upon the land.

In the early 19th century, Captain David Gordon, a wealthy farmer from Madison County, Kentucky, moved his family and his slaves to the land due to debates over slavery.

[8] According to the Missouri Department of Conservation; Stephens lake contains species like Black Bass, Catfish, and Bluegill.

[11] Musicians like Dale Watson and Alejandro Escovedo performed concerts at the park in 2013.