Arboretum Tour – Fall Tree Walk Join one of our Horticulturists for a stroll in our most expansive garden, Wildwood Valley, and its surrounding areas. This tour will focus on the various annuals, perennials, shrubs, and trees that come together within the garden to form a peaceful and relaxing composition. There’s always something in bloom at Wildwood Valley Gardens! Every horticulture tour is unique and will potentially cover different plants. Sign up for a tour now! This tour will be from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. It is free to attend with a suggested donation of $5.00. Space is limited and reservations are required. Please wear appropriate walking attire.  Please arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure.    REGISTER NOW!     MAKE A GIFT Donations to the Friends of Bellefontaine Cemetery are always gratefully accepted. To make a gift to the Friends of Bellefontaine, email Joe Shields or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift onlineVENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemeteryPAYPAL: donations@bcastl.org

In the months of September, October, and November, we offer a two-hour walking tour of the Cemetery and Arboretum as the foliage transitions through the rich colors of Autumn. This tour will be led by one of our Master Guides who will convey highlights of the grounds, horticulture and a variety of intriguing historical figures who call Bellefontaine Cemetery their last address. Space is limited and reservations are required. Tours will cover about 2 miles across moderate terrain.  Please wear appropriate fall walking attire.  Reservations in advance are required, so you must sign up online. Please arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure.  This tour is free with a suggested donation of $5.   REGISTER NOW!       MAKE A GIFT Tours are free, however, donations to the Friends of Bellefontaine Cemetery are gratefully accepted. To make a gift to the Friends of Bellefontaine, email Joe Shields or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift onlineVENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemeteryPAYPAL: donations@bcastl.org

World War I Veterans of St. Louis and Bellefontaine Cemetery St. Louisans and their role in "The War to end all Wars" was significant.  Participation in battles such as Chateau Thierry, Soissons, and the Argonne Forest would see loss of life of native sons while making America a World Power for the first time.  The Marines at Belleau Woods will earn a reputation still known throughout the world today-but at what cost?  Even some of our local businesses and institutions played important roles in the War effort.  Learn some of their stories all connected with St. Louis and Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum. REGISTER NOW! MAKE A GIFT Tours are free, however, donations to the Friends of Bellefontaine Cemetery are gratefully accepted. To make a gift to the Friends of Bellefontaine, email Joe Shields or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift onlineVENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemeteryPAYPAL: donations@bcastl.org