JEFFERSON BARRACKS HISTORICAL SITE & MUSEUMS
Jefferson Barracks Historic Site & Museums, 345 North Road West, St. Louis, Missouri, 426-acres, 314-615-8800, Hours -- Monday, Tuesday Closed; Open Wednesday through Sunday, 12:00PM Noon to 4:00PM. On-site are six (6) museums of interest.
NOTE: This is a Self-Guided tour.
Convention attendees must drive their cars to the Tour Site. Detailed driving directions will be provided in your convention registration packet. LOCATION: Jefferson Barracks Park is 30 minutes (22 miles) from the Double Tree by Hilton, 1000 Eastport Plaza Drive, Collinsville, Illinois.
The Jefferson Barracks Military Post is located on the Mississippi River at Lemay, Missouri, south of St. Louis. It was an important and active U.S. Army installation from 1826 through 1946.
Jefferson Barracks Visitors Center, 345 North Road West, St. Louis, Missouri, 314-615-8800, Hours -- Monday, Tuesday Closed; Open Wednesday through Sunday, 12:00PM Noon to 4:00PM.
Jefferson Barracks Old Ordnance Room Museum, 345 North Road West, St. Louis, Missouri, 314-615-8800, Hours -- Monday, Tuesday Closed; Open Wednesday through Sunday, 12:00PM Noon to 4:00PM. Old Ordnance Room built in 1851 for the purpose of storing gunpowder. Features rotating exhibitions on history of Jefferson Barracks site and the United States military.
Jefferson Barracks Ordnance Museum, 94 Worth Road, St. Louis, Missouri, No telephone available, Hours -- Monday through Thursday Closed; Open Friday through Sunday 11:00AM to 3:00PM. Features a broad selection of naval and army munitions, including torpedoes.
Jefferson Barracks POW-MIA Museum, 16 Hancock Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri, 314-609-9037, Hours -- Monday through Friday Closed; Open Saturday through Sunday 10:00AM to 2:00PM. Honors prisoners of war (POWs) and missing in action (MIA) servicemen.
Jefferson Barracks Powder Magazine Museum, 399 CCC Road, St. Louis, Missouri, 314-615-8800, Hours -- Monday, Tuesday Closed; Open Wednesday through Sunday 12:00PM Noon to 4:00PM. Powder Magazine was built in 1857. Museum tells the story of history of Jefferson Barracks.
Missouri Civil War Museum, 222 Worth Road, St. Louis, Missouri, 314-845-1861, Hours -- Monday, Tuesday Closed; Open Wednesday through Sunday 11:00AM to 4:00PM. Commemorative exhibits honoring the Civil War in an historic 1905 former post exchange for soldiers
Jefferson Barracks Telephone Museum, 12 Hancock Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri, 314-416-8004, Hours -- Monday, Tuesday Closed; Open Wednesday through Sunday 9:00AM to 2:00PM. Museum housed in restored 1896 building. It features an extensive collection of telephones, telephone related equipment and memorabilia from the late 1800's through 2012.
CAHOKIA MOUNDS HISTORICAL SITE
Photo courtesy of Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
The remains of the most sophisticated prehistoric native civilization north of Mexico are preserved at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site. At its peak, Cahokia was home for up to 20,000 individuals. The site was abandoned around 1350 CE.
30 Ramey St, Collinsville, IL 62234
Just two miles south of downtown St. Louis, you will find this iconic brewery established in the 1850s by Eberhard Anheuser and Adolphus Busch. Today you can tour the beautiful interior, see the Clydesdales, and even sample the product.
1200 Lynch St, St. Louis, MO 63118
This famous station is centrally located in downtown St. Louis. Formerly, 42 tracks served 18 railroads. Today, the Aquarium, restaurants, hotels and even a Ferris wheel occupy the magnificently restored facility. Private passenger cars are also stored here.
1820 Market Street, St. Louis, MO 63103
ATTRACTIONS
Near The St. Louis Area
So Much To See And Do
CAHOKIA MOUNDS HISTORICAL SITE
Photo courtesy of Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
The remains of the most sophisticated prehistoric native civilization north of Mexico are preserved at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site. At its peak, Cahokia was home for up to 20,000 individuals. The site was abandoned around 1350 CE.
30 Ramey St, Collinsville, IL 62234
Just two miles south of downtown St. Louis, you will find this iconic brewery established in the 1850s by Eberhard Anheuser and Adolphus Busch. Today you can tour the beautiful interior, see the Clydesdales, and even sample the product.
1200 Lynch St, St. Louis, MO 63118
This famous station is centrally located in downtown St. Louis. Formerly, 42 tracks served 18 railroads. Today, the Aquarium, restaurants, hotels and even a Ferris wheel occupy the magnificently restored facility. Private passenger cars are also stored here.
1820 Market Street, St. Louis, MO 63103
JEFFERSON BARRACKS HISTORICAL SITE & MUSEUMS
345 North Road West, St. Louis, MO
314-615-8800
Open 8 AM to Dusk
The Jefferson Barracks Military Post is located on the Mississippi River at Lemay, Missouri, south of St. Louis. It was an important and active U.S. Army installation from 1826 through 1946.
Jefferson Barracks Historic Site & Museums, 345 North Road West, St. Louis, Missouri, 426-acres, 314-615-8800, Hours -- Monday, Tuesday Closed; Open Wednesday through Sunday, 12:00PM Noon to 4:00PM. On-site are six (6) museums of interest.
NOTE: This is a Self-Guided tour composed of numerous military museums and displays.
Convention attendees must drive their cars to the Tour Site. Detailed driving directions will be provided in your convention registration packet. LOCATION: Jefferson Barracks Park is 30 minutes (22 miles) from the Double Tree by Hilton, 1000 Eastport Plaza Drive, Collinsville, Illinois.
Attractions Near The St. Louis Area
So Much To See and Do
Just 15 minutes west of the Convention Center, in downtown St. Louis, you will find the Gateway National Park, Busch Stadium, the St. Louis Cardinals ballpark and the Cardinals Hall of Fame, historic buildings and more.
Just a little further away, other fine attractions will tempt you. Try the Metro Link that has stops near some fine attractions.
Less than an hour away, many more attractions, points of interest and activities await. Below are just a few of the wonderful attractions you will find in the area. You'll want to consider some fine dining in one of many high quality restaurants as well. Just about 10 minutes east of the Convention Center, you can visit the Cahokia Mounds State Historic site. You just might want to spend extra time before or after the convention to enjoy some of these nearby attractions.
The Gateway Arch is the tallest man-made national monument in the United States. It stands 630 feet tall. A tram inside the Arch takes visitors to the top where, on clear days, views as far as 30 miles in all directions are possible.
On the Riverfront in St. Louis, MO 63102
Photo courtesy of Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site. The remains of the most sophisticated prehistoric native civilization north of Mexico are preserved at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site. At its peak, Cahokia was home for up to 20,000 individuals. The site was abandoned around 1350 CE.
30 Ramey St, Collinsville, IL 62234
Just two miles south of downtown St. Louis, you will find this iconic brewery established in the 1850s by Eberhard Anheuser and Adolphus Busch. Today you can tour the beautiful interior, see the Clydesdales, and even sample the product.
1200 Lynch St, St. Louis, MO 63118
This famous station is centrally located in downtown St. Louis. Formerly, 42 tracks served 18 railroads. Today, the Aquarium, restaurants, hotels and even a Ferris wheel occupy the magnificently restored facility. Private passenger cars are also stored here.
1820 Market Street, St. Louis, MO 63103
JEFFERSON BARRACKS HISTORICAL SITE & MUSEUMS
345 North Road West, St. Louis, MO
314-615-8800
Open 8 AM to Dusk
The Jefferson Barracks Military Post is located on the Mississippi River at Lemay, Missouri, south of St. Louis. It was an important and active U.S. Army installation from 1826 through 1946.
Jefferson Barracks Historic Site & Museums, 345 North Road West, St. Louis, Missouri, 426-acres, 314-615-8800, Hours -- Monday, Tuesday Closed; Open Wednesday through Sunday, 12:00PM Noon to 4:00PM. On-site are six (6) museums of interest.
NOTE: This is a Self-Guided tour composed of numerous military museums and displays.
Convention attendees must drive their cars to the Tour Site. Detailed driving directions will be provided in your convention registration packet. LOCATION: Jefferson Barracks Park is 30 minutes (22 miles) from the Double Tree by Hilton, 1000 Eastport Plaza Drive, Collinsville, Illinois.
The Gateway Arch is the tallest man-made national monument in the United States. It stands 630 feet tall. A tram inside the Arch takes visitors to the top where, on clear days, views as far as 30 miles in all directions are possible.
On the Riverfront in St. Louis, MO 63102
Just 15 minutes west of the Convention Center, in downtown St. Louis, you will find the Gateway National Park, Busch Stadium, the St. Louis Cardinals ballpark and the Cardinals Hall of Fame, historic buildings and more.
The Gateway Arch is the tallest man-made national monument in the United States. It stands 630 feet tall. A tram inside the Arch takes visitors to the top where, on clear days, views as far as 30 miles in all directions are possible.
On the Riverfront in St. Louis, MO 63102
The Gateway Arch is the tallest man-made national monument in the United States. It stands 630 feet tall. A tram inside the Arch takes visitors to the top where, on clear days, views as far as 30 miles in all directions are possible.
On the Riverfront in St. Louis, MO 63102
Photo courtesy of Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site. The remains of the most sophisticated prehistoric native civilization north of Mexico are preserved at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site. At its peak, Cahokia was home for up to 20,000 individuals. The site was abandoned around 1350 CE.
30 Ramey St, Collinsville, IL 62234
Just two miles south of downtown St. Louis, you will find this iconic brewery established in the 1850s by Eberhard Anheuser and Adolphus Busch. Today you can tour the beautiful interior, see the Clydesdales, and even sample the product.
1200 Lynch St, St. Louis, MO 63118
This famous station is centrally located in downtown St. Louis. Formerly, 42 tracks served 18 railroads. Today, the Aquarium, restaurants, hotels and even a Ferris wheel occupy the magnificently restored facility. Private passenger cars are also stored here.
1820 Market Street, St. Louis, MO 63103
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CARDINAL BUSCH BASEBALL STADIUM ($ FEE)
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CITY MUSEUM ($ FEE)
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BUDWEISER BREWERY TOURS (NO COST)
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ST. LOUIS ZOO (NO COST BUT PARKING FEE)
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THE PLANETARIUM (ENTRY FEE)
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THE MISSOURI BOTANICAL GARDEN ($ FEE)
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THE ST. LOUIS ART MUSEUM (NO COST)
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THE MISSOURI HISTORICAL SOCIETY (NO COST)
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THE MUNY OPERA (CHECK SCHEDULE AND $ FEE)
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BEST OF ST. LOUIS SMALL GROUP TOUR W/ ST. LOUIS ARCH & RIVER CRUISE (FROM $174 PER ADULT)
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ST. LOUIS NARRATED TROLLEY TOUR FROM $30.00
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THE BOATHOUSE RESTAURANT LOCATED IN FOREST PARK IS A WONDERFUL PLACE TO GO FOR LUNCH IF YOU ARE IN THE AREA OF FOREST PARK. ARRIVE EARLY- PARKING IS LIMITED CLOSE BY. THE ART MUSEUM HAS A LOVELY RESTAURANT & SO DOES THE MISSOURI HISTORICAL SOCIETY.
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THE HILL FEATURES ITALIAN CUSINE AT ITS FINEST. HERE ARE THE NAMES OF SOME OF THE RESTAURANTS LOCATED ON THE HILL:
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GRANT'S FARM (NO COST FOR ENTRY) (COST FOR PARKING TICKET)
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LAUMEIER SCULPTURE PARK (NO COST)
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ULYSSES S. GRANT HISTORICAL SITE (NO COST)
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THE ST. LOUIS SCIENCE CENTER ($ ENTRY FEE)
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FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT DESIGNED THEODORE A. PAPPAS HOUSE (RESERVATIONS)
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KIRKWOOD FARMER'S MARKET (NO COST)
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THE REPERTORY THEATRE OF ST. LOUIS ($ TICKET COST)
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THOMAS SAPPINGTON HOUSE MUSEUM ($5 ENTRY FEE)
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SAMUEL CUPPLES HOUSE (NO COST)
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THE HAWKEN HOUSE MUSEUM ($ENTRY FEE)
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GREEN DOOR ART GALLERY ($ENTRY FEE)
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THE MAGIC HOUSE ($ ENTRY FEE)
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MYSEUM-RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES ($ENTRY FEE)
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BILLY G.'S IN KIRKWOOD
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TED DREWES