The History and traditions of Saint Louis are a fascinating, complex subject. This book and lecture is one element in the story which, until now, has evaded a full telling. To most St. Louisans of long presence in the town, the mention of Vandeventer Place conjures up a mixture of amazement and mystery. The finest […]
Local author (Distilled History) and Campbell House docent Cameron Collins explores a kaleidoscope of bygone places and events identified with the Gateway City. Places like Eat-Rite and Schneithorst’s are brought back to life and placed alongside famous St. Louis memories like the Admiral, Forest Park Highlands, and Phil the Gorilla. Free, reservations not required. Limited […]
Join the Campbell House Museum on Sunday, December 10 to hear a lecture about the old Famous Barr Department store. Edna Gravenhorst will be lecturing about the history of the department store as well as promoting her book on the subject. May Company purchased the Famous Clothing Company in 1892 and acquired the William Barr […]
