In celebration of the 80th Anniversary of the opening of the Campbell House Museum (Feb. 6, 1943), Robert Campbell's 219th birthday (Feb. 12, 1804) and Virginia Campbell's 201st birthday (Jan. 25, 1822) — we will be offering free guided tours of the Museum. See two special exhibitions—The Back of the House: Servants and Slavery at […]
Join the Campbell House Museum to hear author, Patrick Murphy discuss his new book, "The Irish in St. Louis: From Shanty to Lace Curtain.” The particular focus of his lecture will be on why so many Irish were attracted to St. Louis, their struggle to overcome Nativist and anti-Catholic prejudices, and how they eventually assimilated […]
We are thrilled to partner with the St. Louis Zoo for our upcoming garage sale. Both institutions have a gift shop and thus have excess merchandise from years past, both new and old. Help us make room for new inventory and support two wonderful institutions. You never know what goodies you may find!! There will […]
Eat, Drink and Bid is an auction preview cocktail party at Link Auction Galleries in the Central West End on Wednesday, June 7, from 5 to 7 p.m. with a special live auction of six items beginning at 6 p.m. The event is $75 per person, includes and open bar and hors d'oeuvres with all […]
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 […]
Please Join us for the launch of In Tune With Ireland which will host high quality Irish traditional music events in beautiful historic buildings. Our launch in the beautiful and historic Campbell House, St. Louis—home of Irishman Robert Campbell. The concert features solo performances from Eileen Gannon on harp and Andrew O'Brien on fiddle. Friday, […]
LECTURE – ‘Caring for Old and Treasured Quilts' Join quilt historian Hallye Bone as she discusses the care, cleaning and repair of old and treasured quilts. Attendees are invited to bring one of their own for verbal evaluation by Hallye. This presentation will feature unique antique quilts from the Campbell House collection. The lecture will […]
Free lecture on Sunday, August 13, 2023, 2 p.m. at the Campbell House Museum Join Campbell House Executive Director Andy Hahn as he explores the story of Robert Campbell’s birthplace, Aughalane House. This house was set in the countryside of the Glenelly River Valley and the Sperrin Mountains near the small village of Plumbridge, Aughalane […]
Join the Campbell House Museum for a presentation titled "From Rotten Eggs to Respect." This is a new program for Towards Women's Equality Day and will feature three historical reenactors discussing women's suffrage and winning the right to vote. The reenactors will be in costume presenting three little known stories on the road to equality. […]
Join us Sunday, August 27 at 2 p.m. for a lecture titled "Enslavement and the Underground Railroad in Missouri and Illinois." Historian Julie Nicolai will be giving the lecture on her new book with this same title. It is the first book on the underground railroad in Missouri and features never before published sites. People […]
Join the Campbell House Museum at the Hi-Pointe Theatre to see the historical short dramatic film “Eliza”, which recently premiered during the 23rd annual St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase in July. The film won awards for Best Makeup and Hairstyling and Best Actress Kazia Steele in the lead role. Based upon extraordinary true events, this is […]
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 […]
