Walking in Someone Else's Shoes Step into history and take "a walk into the past" with the Urban Museum Collaborative. See how artifacts, documents, and "character cards" bring into focus the compelling narratives of individuals associated with two historic house museums--the Campbell House and the Field House. The issue of freedom is central to the […]
A new one hour documentary titled "Robert Campbell, Mountain Man" was commissioned by the BBC for a series of famous Irish immigrants who become successful in America, Robert Campbell was the first person they picked! Last June, Alan McFarland and Michael Beattie (producer/director) were accompanied by an Irish film crew in the U.S. for 13 […]
Join the staff of the Campbell House Museum for a walking tour of the 1875 neighborhood of Lucas Place, St. Louis’ first private place and an enclave of Gilded Age wealth and nineteenth century elegance. Spanning from 14th to 18th Streets in Downtown St. Louis, participants will walk a street once lined with expansive homes, […]
Join the staff of the Campbell House Museum for a walking tour of the 1875 neighborhood of Lucas Place, St. Louis’ first private place and an enclave of Gilded Age wealth and nineteenth century elegance. Spanning from 14th to 18th Streets in Downtown St. Louis, participants will walk a street once lined with expansive homes, […]
Join the Campbell House Museum, Chatillon-DeMenil House, and Field House Museum for a delightful holiday tour that takes you back to yesteryear! Along with light holiday refreshments at each of the locations, guests will be able to explore these historic sites in a one-night-only peek into the past. Inclement weather date is set for December […]
Join the Campbell House Museum for a lecture by author and Missouri Humanities Staffer, Greg Wolk as he speaks about Ulysses S. Grant. Wolk will present a vivid portrait of the early days of the Civil War and explain how Grant's experiences in Missouri impacted his rise to immortal fame as a soldier.
Historic House and Garden Open House Saturday, June 10, 2023 - 10 am to 4 pm House tours for varied activities and fees at over 20 regional historic sites. Saint Louis, MO – Twenty historic sites, museums and privately-owned homes are joining together to present a glorious summer garden and house tour. For this one-day […]
Join the Campbell House Musem, Field House Museum, DeMenil Mansion and the Historic Sappington House for our joint Museum yard sale. You will find a variety of items from books, to antiques and vintage furniture available. All profits generated will go to support these historic institutions of Saint Louis. There is limited free parking adjacent […]
Join the two jewels of historic preservation in St. Louis for a special holiday open house, featuring the Campbell House Museum and Magic Chef Mansion. On this holiday evening, guests will have the opportunity to see both homes in all their Christmas splendor. The Campbell House Museum was built in 1851 and has been completely […]
Join the two jewels of historic preservation in St. Louis for a special holiday open house, featuring the Campbell House Museum and Magic Chef Mansion. On this holiday evening, guests will have the opportunity to see both homes in all their Christmas splendor. The Campbell House Museum was built in 1851 and has been completely […]
Join us at the Campbell House Museum to see the new exhibit: Better Than Gold: The Campbells and Music in the Gilded Age. Exhibit on display through 2024. Enjoy light hors d'oeuvres in the garden. This is also a great opportunity to meet author Patrick Murphy and get signed copies of his new book, Prelude […]
Back by popular demand, Halloween Twilight Tours with the Mourning Society of St. Louis! Experience the magnificent period rooms of the Campbell House dimmed to gaslight brightness and draped for mourning. Guests get the unique opportunity see the Campbell House at night and learn about Victorian mourning customs. Mourning Society members will even be in […]
