If
you are looking for history and museums you have certainly
found it. St. Louis offers museums for art, history,
technology and even a culture. The landmarks include
famous historic fugues such as Ulysses
S. Grant and interesting times from the the past
for the whole family to enjoy. There is American
history right down the street from where you are staying while
you're in St. Louis. We have highlighted some
information below to help you plan a historic excursion in
Boston.
Museums
Black World History Wax Museum
- Wax figures of famous African-American Missourians including
George Washington Carver and Dred and Harriett Scott. Wed.-
Sat., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sun., Memorial Day through Labor Day, 2
p.m. - 5 p.m. $3.50 adults; $2.50 youth, 13 - 18; $1 children,
12 and under. (314) 241-7057
Campbell House Museum
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1851 mansion with original Victorian furnishings and
memorabilia. Tue. - Sat., 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sun., noon - 4 p.m.
$4 adults; $2 children. (314) 421-0325
City Museum
- Explore the unexpected at this exciting new museum for children
and adults. Art, science, history and fun weave together in this
one-of-a-kind downtown attraction. Wed. - Fri., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.;
Sat & Sun., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. $6 per person. Group rates
available. (314) 231-2489
DeMenil Mansion and Museum
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An excellent example of Greek Revival architecture and beautiful
period furnishings. Tue. - Sat., 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $4 adults; $1
children 10 & under. Restaurant on site. (314) 771-5828
Deutschheim State Historic Site and
Museum - From Missouri. Museum of 19th century German immigrant and
German-American life, folk art, customs, traditions, culture and
heritage. Open daily, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; guided tours at 9:30
a.m., 11:15 a.m., 1 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. $2 adults; $1.25
students; children under 6, free. (800) 334-6946
Golden Eagle River Museum
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The history and lore of America's rivers and boats. May - Labor
Day, Wed. - Sun., 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.; and Labor Day - Oct., Sat.
& Sun. only. Free. (314) 846-9073
Laclede's Landing Wax Museum
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More than 180 authentically costumed wax figures from London.
Open Fri., Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Nov. and Dec.,
weekends only. $5 adults; $1 children. (314) 241-1155
The Magic House, St. Louis Children's
Museum -
Explore the new Children's Village, Fitness Center, Math Path,
and infant/toddler area. Take a trip down a three-story slide
and discover the magic of our world. School year hours: Tue. -
Thu., 12 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Fri., 12 p.m. - 9 p.m.; Sat., 9:30
a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Sun., 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Admission $5.50,
children under 2 free. Call for summer hours. (314) 822-8900
Landmarks
James "Cool Papa" Bell Memorial
- Memorial to Baseball Hall of Famer who played in the Negro
National Major League from 1922-1950.
Bellefontaine & Calvary Cemeteries
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Grave sites of explorer William Clark, playwright Tennessee
Williams, General William Tecumseh Sherman, Dred Scott. Many
architecturally significant tombs and memorials. Guides
available at gatehouses. (314) 381-0750
General Daniel Bissell House
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Built by the commanding officer of the first American military
post west of the Mississippi. Wed. - Sun., noon - 5 p.m. Last
tour 4 p.m. $2 adults, $1 children 6 to 15. (314) 868-0973
Black Madonna Shrine -
Hwy. 44 west to Eureka exit, left on Hwy. W, right onto Hwy. FF,
left onto Hwy. F to St. Joseph's Hill Rd.A collection of
magnificent multi-colored rock grottos. Apr.-Oct., 9 a.m.-7
p.m.; Nov. & Mar., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Dec.-Feb., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Free. (314) 938-5361
Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site and
Interpretive Center -
From I-55/70, exit 6, IL Rt. 111. The site of the largest
prehistoric Indian city north of Mexico. Interpretive center,
Woodhenge solar calendar, special events. Daily, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
(618)-346-5160
Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site
(White Haven) -
The core of the 1,100 acres Grant owned in St. Louis. Visitor
Center open daily. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Special programs: First
Saturday of each month. (314) 842-3298
If
you are looking for history and museums you have certainly
found it. St. Louis offers museums for art, history,
technology and even a culture. The landmarks include
famous historic fugues such as Ulysses
S. Grant and interesting times from the the past
for the whole family to enjoy. There is American
history right down the street from where you are staying while
you're in St. Louis. We have highlighted some
information below to help you plan a historic excursion in
Boston.