Get ready for a unique journey through St. Louis’s legendary brewing past! Beer Barons returns to Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum on Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. More than just a tasting, this is an immersive experience where you’ll stroll the grounds of the first historic Garden Cemetery west of the Mississippi, sample a curated selection of exceptional brews, spirits, and wines. Indulge in delicious food, groove to live music, and be spellbound as talented actors bring the fascinating tales of our resident Beer Barons to life!

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this one-of-a-kind celebration! Tickets are $35 per person. Buy tickets now!

Your participation in Beer Barons helps support the Friends of Bellefontaine, directly contributing to the ongoing preservation of our historic grounds.

Exciting enhancements are underway at Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum, thanks to the dedicated efforts of the Friends of Bellefontaine! Prepare to enjoy revitalized historic spaces, including the Amaranth House and Gatehouse, Hawthorn Gatehouse, and Hotchkiss Chapel, all undergoing comprehensive refurbishment to offer versatile educational and community spaces, along with much-needed accessible restrooms, with anticipated completion this summer. Additionally, new and expanded historic interpretive trails, including an accessible option, are being installed to enrich our programming in history, horticulture, and nature, offering engaging experiences for all our visitors. Stay tuned for updates on these transformative projects designed to further Bellefontaine’s mission of providing exceptional historical and horticultural resources for our community. To learn more about these exciting developments and follow their progress, please visit our updates page.

We appreciate your continued support in helping us enhance Bellefontaine for generations to come.