West of downtown St. Louis sits an 1851 townhouse that bears no obvious relationship to the monumental architecture, trendy condominiums, and sports stadiums of its surroundings. Originally the residence of a fur-trade tycoon and now the Campbell House Museum, the house has been subject to energetic preservation and heritage work for some 130 years. In Taking Possession: […]
Twenty-eight historic sites, museums, and privately-owned homes are once again joining together to present a grand holiday tour. For this one-day event, each venue will be decorated in a festive flair and serving refreshments. Many sites will also have special entertainment, whether it be a costumed skit, music, or seasonal activity. Guests are invited to […]
Please join us for an informal ceremony to mark the kickoff of construction for the Museum's expansion on Friday, December 20 at 11 a.m.  Executive Director Andy Hahn will deliver brief remarks about the project. Archaeologist Joe Harl and general contractor Jeff Clark will both be in attendance to answer questions about the project. One […]
**POSTPONED** Life in the Fur Trade Presented by Jim Two Crows Wallen Join renowned story teller Jim Two Crows Wallen as he immerses you in the Rocky Mountain Fur Trade of the 1820s and 30s through his first person interpretation. Find out if you would have been tough enough to survive the perilous journey from […]
Join the staff of the CampÂbell House Museum for a walkÂing tour of the 1875 neighÂborÂhood of Lucas Place, St. Louis’ first priÂvate place and an enclave of Gilded Age wealth and nineÂteenth cenÂtury eleÂgance. SpanÂning from 14th to 18th Streets in DownÂtown St. Louis, parÂticÂiÂpants will walk a street once lined with expanÂsive homes, […]
In celebration of the 78th Anniversary of the opening of Campbell House (Feb. 6, 1943), Robert Campbell's 217th Birthday (Feb. 12, 1804) and Virginia Campbell's 199th birthday (Jan. 25, 1822) — we will be offering free tours on Friday, February 12 and Saturday, February 13! See the new Museum expansion, recently restored Dining Room and Hall […]
Members receive 20% off in the Museum Store, which will be stocked with new summer merchandise. Come see all that is new at Campbell House! All are welcome, reservations will be required. More information to follow. Free parking is available on the lot directly next to the house.
Enjoy a special culinary tour that takes you back to the 19th century via historic recipes, culinary artifacts and dining customs from St. Louis in the Gilded Age. The tour ends with a scoop of Clementine's Creamery special Missouri bicentennial flavor Midnight Pleasures Chocolate. $15 per person.
Join the staff of the CampÂbell House Museum for a walkÂing tour of the 1875 neighÂborÂhood of Lucas Place, St. Louis’ first priÂvate place and an enclave of Gilded Age wealth and nineÂteenth cenÂtury eleÂgance. SpanÂning from 14th to 18th Streets in DownÂtown St. Louis, parÂticÂiÂpants will walk a street once lined with expanÂsive homes, […]
Join the staff of the CampÂbell House Museum for a walkÂing tour of the 1875 neighÂborÂhood of Lucas Place, St. Louis’ first priÂvate place and an enclave of Gilded Age wealth and nineÂteenth cenÂtury eleÂgance. SpanÂning from 14th to 18th Streets in DownÂtown St. Louis, parÂticÂiÂpants will walk a street once lined with expanÂsive homes, […]
Join the staff of the CampÂbell House Museum for a walkÂing tour of the 1875 neighÂborÂhood of Lucas Place, St. Louis’ first priÂvate place and an enclave of Gilded Age wealth and nineÂteenth cenÂtury eleÂgance. ParÂticÂiÂpants will walk a street once lined with expanÂsive homes, today, the site of a resurÂgent early twenÂtiÂeth cenÂtury busiÂness disÂtrict. […]
