A Midwestern city as a hotbed of artistic expression? You bet. Here in Kansas City, youll discover a wealth of superb arts and cultural offerings. From the extraordinary exhibits and architecture of The Nelson-Atkins Museum to the excitement of . . . — — Map (db m43200) HM
She was a woman of few words, but her wealth spoke volumes. Mary Atkins had been a school teacher in her younger years, and didnt marry until her early forties when she met and fell in love with widower, James Burris Atkins. Then, just eight years . . . — — Map (db m43203) HM
Bing Crosby once played in a golf tournament here for the American War Dads. Boulder climbers can often be seen challenging its rock formations. And the strains of celebrity singers can be heard in the air all summer long (between the roar of lions . . . — — Map (db m43227) HM
The Liberty Memorial, one of Kansas Citys most recognizable landmarks, is the only major memorial in the United States dedicated to World War I.
In late 1919, when American spirit was at its peak following “the war to end all wars,” . . . — — Map (db m43188) HM
Kansas Citys most famous artist-in-residence was Thomas Hart Benton, known for his graceful and detailed murals celebrating (and sometimes criticizing) American life. Benton was born in Neosho, Missouri, in 1889. He was the son of a . . . — — Map (db m43230) HM
Here in 1839, with the "Platte Purchase", some of many settlers from Kentucky joined to establish Platte City; one, an Attorney, Merchant, Farmer, Mill Operator, Abstractor, Banker, Public Administrator, Genealogist, Historian, Poet and Civic . . . — — Map (db m63521) HM
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1837 Weston is established by Joseph Moore taking a land claim and building the first cabin at present intersection of Market and Main
1837 Salem Christian Church is founded. Building constructed in 1841
1838 . . . — — Map (db m77143) HM
Original columns supporting the Court Room of Ray County's Courthouse (1856-1913).
Stone for plaque base-first Recorder's Office, preserved and donated to the Citizens of Ray County by Randall G., Marvel C. Barber and Harold . . . — — Map (db m157022) HM
With the faith and courage of
their forefathers who made
possible the freedom of these
United States
The Boy Scouts of America
dedicate this replica of the
Statue of Liberty as a pledge
of everlasting fidelity and
loyalty
40th . . . — — Map (db m89551)
Between 150 B.C. to 300 A.D, the streets of the city market would have been lined with merchants offering items such as ornate serving bowls and cooking vessels for your home, the latest style in hunting gear, new tools like granite celts (axe . . . — — Map (db m169549) HM
The "Queen of Main Street" was built by the Odd Fellows Hall Association in 1878 on the site of the city's former Concert Hall which had been destroyed by a tornado in 1876. Banks were important tenants; they were very visibly the center of the . . . — — Map (db m124832) HM
In the 1860s, A. R. Huning's Dry Goods store occupied the street level of this shop, and Goebel's Photography occupied the second floor. Rudolph Henry Goebel, a German immigrant, photographed St. Charles and her citizens from 1856 to 1916. . . . — — Map (db m124829) HM
Dr. Albin Morgner rented this former three-story building to his son-in-law A. R. Huning for $1100 a year. Huning Dry Goods operated continuously in St. Charles on North Main Street from 1860 until 1998.
In the late 1940's and 1950's this . . . — — Map (db m124869) HM
This Italianate building with elaborate wood bracketed cornices has been described as a "structure unsurpassed in the quality of dignity." It has been home to Walter's Jewelry since 1935. From 1906 until 1935, Edward Schubert, pianist, composer and . . . — — Map (db m124867) HM
The railroad brought touring companies including vaudeville shows, to the opera houses of America. The 1902 production of Uncle Tom's Cabin required two sixty-five foot special cars for the lavish sets and costumes. Tickets were twenty-five, . . . — — Map (db m124874) HM
Originally dedicated on Dec. 7, 1967, this is the very first memorial in the United States that recognized soldiers of the Vietnam War. During the 1967 dedication, attendees stood in the freezing rain to pay tribute to those who were serving in . . . — — Map (db m169531) HM WM
The original World War II Honor Roll monument was erected by the Wentzville Community Club in 1944 at their pavilion on Pearce Boulevard to honor the men and women from Wentzville who served in the war. In 1963, when the property was sold, the . . . — — Map (db m169530) HM WM
Americans were reading Mark Twain's satire A Connecticut Yankee at King Arthur's Court and verses by St. Louisan Eugene Field. Tap dancing Irish-American George M. Cohan was entertaining vaudeville audiences. Americans were singing popular . . . — — Map (db m133137) HM
This cake commemorates the 250th anniversary of Saint Louis' founding and has been painted to reflect the beautiful Victorian ceiling mural of the Lemp Mansion. The cake, one of 250 that have been placed around the St. Louis area, reflects the . . . — — Map (db m143749) HM
The Vandora Theater was built in 1909 by the Vandora Amusement Company, and designed by architect Otto J. Boehmer. Boehmer, who was born in Warren County, Missouri in 1858, started his career at the building firm of Joseph B. Goesse & Frederick . . . — — Map (db m124464) HM
The unimproved property located at this corner was purchased by brothers, Harry and Eugene Freund during the Spring of 1909. Three days later, the Freund's were granted a building permit to construct a one-story brick odeon designed by William . . . — — Map (db m124461) HM
The Cinderella Building, designed by architect William Wedemeyer was constructed by contractors Joseph G. Bothe and Charles A Welsh in 1913. The property where the building stands was purchased from the Besch family by Harry and Eugene Freund a year . . . — — Map (db m124454) HM
The northeast corner of Cherokee Street and Iowa Avenue was the location of the Cinderella Airdome, which opened in 1921. The Airdome, which was an outdoor theater, was operated by Harry and Eugene Freund. The Freunds had built the Cinderella . . . — — Map (db m124458) HM
The Carondelet Germania Turnverein Drum Corps was formed in 1875 by local German groups to promote social engagement and exercise programs in the community. — — Map (db m133470) HM
For 10 years, Boyle and Olive was the center of St. Louis' entertainment universe. The Square gained its national reputation as a magnet for the beat and the hip. Later, it became home to legendary and local performers in comedy, drama, and jazz - . . . — — Map (db m139329) HM
The Preetorious-Schurz-Daenzer Memorial Association commissioned the Naked Truth Monument to honor three St. Louis German Language newspaper editors: Carl Schurz, Emil Preetorious and Carl Daenzer. These former German revolutionaries became American . . . — — Map (db m144265) HM
His vision changed the face of St. Louis. Strauss' accomplishments included the restoration of the Fox Theatre with his wife Mary and Fox Associates, the development of DeBaliviere Place and Kingsbury Square and a deep commitment to the Saint Louis . . . — — Map (db m142666) HM
Jack Buck welcomed back baseball after the interruption caused by the September 11th, 2001 terrorist attacks with a recitation of his original poem "For America." — — Map (db m151832) HM
St. Louisans received their first glimpse of the "birds-on-the-bat" jersey in a pre-season game against the Browns. The logo was inspired by table decorations designed by Allie May Schmidt for a men's luncheon in Ferguson, MO attended by Cardinals . . . — — Map (db m133446) HM
In the early 1900s, the Blackwell-Wielandy Book & Stationary Company occupied 700 Washington Avenue. Founder Frank Wielandy planted the seed for over 710 acres of thrift gardens that grew throughout the city by 1921. — — Map (db m141139) HM
In front of you is the iconic Gateway Arch. The natural curve of a hanging chain—a catenary curve—inspired the Arch design. Curves also define the landscape. You may not notice them at first, but there are curves throughout the park. . . . — — Map (db m124950) HM
was born here in 1850. He wrote such poems as Little Boy Blue, Wynken, Blyklen and Nod, and The Gingham Dog and the Calico Cat. Field was also one of Americas most admired newspaper columnists when he died in 1895.
”Time . . . — — Map (db m122224) HM
Founder of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, publisher of the New York World, donor of the School of Journalism, Columbia University, New York, and the Pulitzer Prizes for the Advancement of American Journalism and Letters.
“Passionate devotee . . . — — Map (db m124769) HM
The Old Rock House was built using rocks from the riverbank. Originally built as a warehouse, it later became a sail loft making covers for wagons going west. After other evolutions, the Rock House became a bar and nightclub. The club drew crowds of . . . — — Map (db m124958) HM
“The first time I ever saw St. Louis,
I could have bought it for six million
dollars, and it was the mistake of my
life that I did not do it.”
Across Fourth Street from this location, teenager Samuel Clemens set type for the . . . — — Map (db m122491) HM
Dedicated to
the People of the United States
May 25, 1968
Lyndon B. Johnson
President of the United States
The City of St. Louis Missouri
The United States Territorial
Expansion Memorial Committee
[The Gateway Arch was . . . — — Map (db m26866) HM
This fountain by the sculptor Carl Milles symbolizes the union of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers · The two central figures represent the two great rivers while the lesser water creatures suggest the many tributaries and streams · Milles . . . — — Map (db m62213) HM
Chuck Berry was born in St. Louis, MO and attended Sumner High School. Berry is one of the most influential figures and pioneers of rock and roll music with hits such as Maybelline and Johnny B. Good. Dubbed as the "Eternal Teenager", Berry broke . . . — — Map (db m214615) HM
Lloyd Arthur Smith was born and reared in St. Louis, MO. Smith graduated from Sumner High School and is known for his many talents as a musician, businessman, and community leader. Smith's calling was music, and he served the industry as a . . . — — Map (db m214616) HM
Billy Davis, Jr., Ron Townson and Lamonte McLemore were raised in St. Louis and later moved to Los Angeles. They met singers, Marilyn McCoo and Florence LaRue, and in 1965, formed the group The 5th Dimension. This quintet with varied vocal . . . — — Map (db m217458) HM
A native of St. Louis, Wiley Price, Jr., attended Sumner High School. He made St. Louis history when he became the first African American disc jockey to command the airways in 1944 at WTMV, based in East St. Louis. His radio shows were a mixture of . . . — — Map (db m215444) HM
The Palace of Fine Arts was the only major pavilion at the 1904 World's Fair designed as a permanent structure. In 1907, St. Louis passed a tax to create the municipally supported City Art Museum. — — Map (db m133303) HM
This large sculpture portrays King Louie IX of France [1214-70], the namesake of the City of St. Louis, as a Christian soldier. His "apotheosis' or ascendance to the divine realm is suggested by the sword in the form of a cross and the energetic . . . — — Map (db m181257) HM
Forest Park's most controversial monument was the Confederate Memorial, unveiled in 1914. St. Louis had been torn apart by the Civil War, and many residents objected to a commemoration of the secessionist cause. — — Map (db m133304) HM
Class Oldenburg produces monumental sculptures of every day consumer objects. In this work, an enormous three - way electrical plug lies partly buried in the ground . The artist has described it as resembling " an implement left over from a war, . . . — — Map (db m181261) WM
Citizens of St. Louis City and County created joint taxing districts for the support of the Art Museum, Zoo, and the Museum of Science in 1971. In the 1980s, voters created new tax districts for the Botanical Garden and History Museum. — — Map (db m133307) HM
Since the 1904 World's Fair in St. Louis, Forest Park has been a St. Louis treasure and top tourist destination. Known as the crown jewel of the Midwest, 13 million people visit the the 1,300-acre park each year. The park includes 170 acres of . . . — — Map (db m133309) HM
Forest Park was site of the 1904 World's Fair (Louisiana Purchase Exposition). The site where the Museum now stands was the highest point at the Fair, and the building was three times as large. After the Fair, the temporary wings were demolished. . . . — — Map (db m141216) HM
The Muny is America's oldest and largest outdoor musical theatre. Founded in 1919, our mission is to enrich lives by producing exceptional musical theatre, accessible to all. Generations have enjoyed everything from operettas and ballets to . . . — — Map (db m141179) HM
The Muny is America's oldest and largest outdoor musical theatre. Founded in 1919, our mission is to enrich lives by producing exceptional musical theatre, accessible to all. Generations have enjoyed everything from operettas and ballets to . . . — — Map (db m219022) HM
Today's Nathan Frank Bandstand - a Classic in its Own Right
Dedicated in 1925 and built with white marble and concrete with bronze rails and a copper roof, the Nathan Frank Bandstand - restored in 2000 - is still a Forest Park and St. . . . — — Map (db m144817) HM
Though called the World's Fair Pavilion, this popular gathering spot was not built until 1909, five years after the Louisiana Purchase Exposition. Designed by Henry Wright, the pavilion was presented to the citizens of St. Louis by the Fair . . . — — Map (db m133327) HM
Senator Thomas Hart Benton, 1782-1858
Sculpture in Bronze by Harriet Hosmer 1830-1908
America's First Professional Female Sculptor
Sculpture dedicated in 1868
Harriet Hosmer began her sculpture studies in St. Louis and was the . . . — — Map (db m181090) HM
The Victorian Park House in Lafayette Park was built as a police station in 1867. The police were stationed in Lafayette Park to deal with the large crowds drawn to park events such as concerts at one of the bandstands. The building was enlarged . . . — — Map (db m219538) HM
St. Louisans were taking up the new American pastime of bicycling when this storefront was built in 1888. They were reading Walt Whitman's poems in the Leaves of Grass and learning about Theodore Roosevelt's western experiences in Ranch . . . — — Map (db m124509) HM
It was the Roaring Twenties--with a roller coaster economy, women's skirts getting shorter and shorter, Prohibition was the law, but illegal booze could be found on almost every block -- when these storefronts at 2315-2319 Cherokee were constructed. . . . — — Map (db m124470) HM
This imposing Greek Revival Mansion began in 1848 with the construction of a four room farmhouse by Henri Chatillon and his then wife Odile Delor Lux Chatillon. They built their home facing Carondelet Avenue, the road that linked St. Louis with . . . — — Map (db m133183) HM
The population of the United States and its territories was less than 34 million people in 1860 — and the nation was tearing itself apart along the lines of Free States and those that allowed slavery.
News of impending civil war pushed . . . — — Map (db m124475) HM
The faded lettering on the east side of this building once read "Wehrenberg's." In 1907, Fred Wehrenberg operated a grocery/saloon in this corner storefront. A year later he had rented a vacant storefront nearby on Cherokee and converted it into . . . — — Map (db m124468) HM
This building initially served as the St. Louis dealership for the Locomobile automobile. The structure later housed the dealership for the Davis Six and Maibohm automobiles. The Locomobile, a massive luxury car, was manufactured from 1899 to . . . — — Map (db m133093) HM
Scott Joplin Residence
has been designated a
National
Historic Landmark
This site possesses national significance
in commemorating the history of the
United States of America
1976
National Park Service
United . . . — — Map (db m163424) HM
Walter Ong, S.J. (1912-2003), entered the Society of Jesus in 1935, receiving his master's degree in English at Saint Louis University in 1941 and his Ph.D. at Harvard University in 1955. He remained at SLU as a teacher and prodigious . . . — — Map (db m145157) HM
Ernest Trova produced Gox #8 as one of a series of works in the 1970s. Its name comes from the phrase "geometric exercises" reflecting the style of the sculptures. In an interview Trova said of his work, "I'm fascinated by realization. I make . . . — — Map (db m219502) HM
Of Carl Milles's many water creatures, this is considered his best and was his favorite. The Nereid (sea nymph) sparkles with youth and life, storming ahead on a dolphin. In ancient Greek ark, Nereids were represented riding sea creatures and, . . . — — Map (db m219274) HM
Robert Lee Walker grew up in St. Louis and taught at John Burroughs School in Ladue from 1950 until his retirement in 1987. He earned a B.F.A. at Washington University School of Fine Arts and did graduate work at the Cransbrook Academy of Art . . . — — Map (db m219516) HM
The model for Cora was three years old. Her pose is meant to convey youth, innocence, and purity. The problem was motivating a three-year-old to hold the pose. The sculptor was able to solve the problem by mounting a TV to the ceiling of his . . . — — Map (db m219522) HM
This work belongs to the period when Carl Milles was developing his own personal style. He was concerned with the inner vitality of his subjects. The modeling of each part is carefully considered in its rhythmic relationship to the design as a . . . — — Map (db m219271) HM
Since the early 1980s, Lyman Whitaker has been creating elegant wind sculptures that move at the slightest breeze. Whitaker has a deep philosophy about his sculptures, with hopes that his art work symbolizes a move toward better solutions in our . . . — — Map (db m219519) HM
Bald cypress trees frame this majestic vista, further accented by seasonal borders and sensational summer displays. Built in 1917, the unheated pools feature tropical water lilies and giant Victoria water lilies when the water is a consistent 72 . . . — — Map (db m121599) HM
Bald cypress trees frame this majestic vista, further accented by seasonal borders and sensational summer displays. Built in 1917, the unheated pools feature tropical water lilies and giant Victoria water lilies when the water is a consistent 72 . . . — — Map (db m219270) HM
It is often said that a Chinese garden is built, not planted. Designed by Chinese-born architect Yong Pan, this garden is a showpiece of extraordinary craftsmanship.
A focal point of the garden, the "scholar's garden" . . . — — Map (db m219520) HM
This Ottoman-style walled garden, the first of its kind in the United States, is modeled on the luxurious Turkish "Gardens of Paradise" of the 17th and 18th centuries. Fragrant flowers and aromatic herbs surround the center focal point, a shallow . . . — — Map (db m219251) HM
The ceiling decorations, painted under Mr. Shaw's direction, depict the flora of the world. Restored in 1930 and opened for the first time as an auditorium in that year. — — Map (db m219288) HM
Established in circa 1917, the Gladney Rose Garden features over 1,000 roses, including over 100 varieties of hybrid tea, grandiflora, and floribunda roses, in a formal wagon wheel layout.
As an All-American Rose Selections (AARS) Public . . . — — Map (db m219233) HM
George Englemann (1809-1884) was a world-famous botanist and a scientific advisor to Henry Shaw. Engelmann practiced medicine by day and studied plants by night. Described as a man of exceptional intelligence, he was an excellent physician . . . — — Map (db m219452) HM
This piece highlights Carl Linnaeus's history and work in taxonomy. The shoulders of the statue are in the form of a linden tree, Linnaeus's family tree. The design on the back of the head represents the layout of the Linnaeus Garden at Uppsala, . . . — — Map (db m219489) HM
The Bell Chimes sculpture was a collaborative effort by William C. Severson and Vernon Desmond Gross, both St. Louis sculptors. The idea for the piece came from Alan Godlewski, past Garden Director of Horticulture 1978 - 1988. He was inspired . . . — — Map (db m219252) HM
Carl was fond of angels and created them for several large fountains. These three angels are replicas of a few of his angels from fountains in the following U.S. cities: Falls Church, Philadelphia, and Kansas City. Each plays a different . . . — — Map (db m219266) HM
Unicorn Spirit is dedicated to the artist Alice Hahn Goodman, who was fond of unicorns. Her son sculpted this horn as a spiral structure that reflects DNA, symbolizing life. The various shapes cut into the surface recall Alice Goodman's work . . . — — Map (db m219276) HM
Within the wrought-iron fence, sheltered beneath the majestic oaks and sassafras trees, lies the final resting place of Garden founder Henry Shaw. The peaceful and tranquil design of this garden celebrates Shaw's English heritage. As you meander . . . — — Map (db m219509) HM
Sculptor Carl Milles (1875 - 1955) dominated the Swedish art world during the first half of the 20th century. These even sculptures span the early, middle, and late phases of Carl Milles' long career. Gliding across the water or soaring in the . . . — — Map (db m219265) HM
Sculptor Carl Milles (1875 - 1955) dominated the Swedish art world during the first half of the 20th century. These even sculptures span the early, middle, and late phases of Carl Milles' long career. Gliding across the water or soaring in the . . . — — Map (db m219267) HM
Mother and Child is one of three bronze casts by Marcel Rau. Rau is known for his work on Belgian war memorials and coin portraits. This piece was described by journalists as "endearingly charming, but with no sentimentality." — — Map (db m219512) HM
Sirio Tonfanari was a self-taught Italian sculptor. He began working as a sculptor in 1914. Called "The Prince of Animal Modelers," he finished his bronzes with the expert use of a file by hand. His pieces portray the range of the animal . . . — — Map (db m219243) HM
Marie Carr Taylor's earliest memories of sculptures occurred at the Garden when her great grandfather, Rufus J. Lackland, who served as president of the Board of Trustees from 1889 - 1909, showed her Shaw's Mausoleum. This inspired her own work as a . . . — — Map (db m219257) HM
This picturesque landscape was designed by John Noyes who served as the Garden's landscape architect from 1913 to 1934. Since 1914, the Knolls provides a scenic vista between the Milles Sculpture Garden and Henry Shaw's Mausoleum Garden. the . . . — — Map (db m219280) HM
While visiting Jenkinstown House in Ireland, the great Irish poet Thomas Moore (1779-1852) spotted this late-blooming, pink-flowered rose bush. In 1805, he immortalized it in the world-famous poem "The Last Rose of Summer."
In the mid-1900s, . . . — — Map (db m219232) HM
Victory is the Roman goddess of success in all things and victory in war. Note here her sword is set aside so she is not depicted in war. The inscription reads: "The Victory of Science Over Ignorance. Ignorance is the curse of God, knowledge is the . . . — — Map (db m219278) HM
Jefferson National Expansion Memorial
Gateway Arch
The Gateway Arch is a 630 feet tall stainless steel structure designed by famous architect Eero Saarinen. It symbolizes St. Louis's role as the gateway to the west.
A tram takes . . . — — Map (db m144261) HM
Born in Dublin, Irl'd
Mar. 21, 1837
Died
Sept. 6, 1897
R.I.P.
First Pastor
of St. Cronan's Church
Priest & Poet
Ordained in
Maynooth
Mar. 17, 1864 — — Map (db m62045) HM
This station serves as a connector on the Loop Trolley system, taking passengers directly over the MetroLink light rail system. Here at Forest Park and DeBaliviere, visitors can connect to both the Red and Blue Line trains, traveling as far east as . . . — — Map (db m141949) HM
Berkeley High graduate Cedric "The Entertainer" Kyles first performed stand-up comedy at a St. Louis open mic night. His television career began as host of BET's "Comic View" and as co-star of the #1 ranked sitcom "The Steve Harvey Show," for which . . . — — Map (db m147811) HM
Cartoonist Murat Bernard "Chic" Young grew up in St. Louis at 2248 Oregon Ave. and graduated from McKinley High in 1919. In 1930 Young created "Blondie," a comic strip featuring Blondie Boopadoop and her boyfriend Dagwood Bumstead. Readership jumped . . . — — Map (db m124799) HM
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