Lafayette Square in St. Louis, Missouri — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
The Grotto Bridge
In 1866, a wooden bridge was built on this site to span a natural depression. This bridge, made by Koken Iron Works, replaced the rustic one destroyed by the Great Cyclone of 1896.
Restoration of the grotto bridge made possible by a generous grant from
Erected 2012 by Lafayette Park Conservancy.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Bridges & Viaducts • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1866.
Location. 38° 36.902′ N, 90° 12.89′ W. Marker is in St. Louis, Missouri. It is in Lafayette Square. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Mississippi Avenue and Kennett Place, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2023 Lafayette Ave, Saint Louis MO 63104, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Old Police Station / Park House in Lafayette Park (within shouting distance of this marker); George Washington Statue (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); These Guns are from the British Man Of War (about 500 feet away); 1876 Lafayette Park Music Pavilion (about 500 feet away); Senator Thomas Hart Benton, 1782-1858
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Credits. This page was last revised on April 2, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 2, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 103 times since then and 34 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 2, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
