In the months of June, July, and August we offer a two-hour walking tour of the cemetery and arboretum in the cooling hours before sunset. This tour will be led by one of the cemetery’s Master Guides who will convey highlights of the cemetery grounds, horticulture and a variety of intriguing historic figures who call Bellefontaine their final place of rest. ♦ A limited number of registrations for the tour are available so reservations are required. ♦ Two-hour walking tours cover about 2 miles across moderate terrain. ♦ Please wear appropriate summer walking attire. ♦ We ask that everyone arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. ♦ Tours are free however donations to the Friends of Bellefontaine Cemetery are gratefully accepted. REGISTER NOW! MAKE A GIFT To make a gift to the Friends of Bellefontaine, email Cara Crocker or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift online VENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemetery PAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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Horticulture Walking Tours Join one of Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretums horticulturalists for a stroll through the cemetery focusing on trees, shrubs, and flowering plants within the collections. Tours will be approximately two hours and may cover up to 1 mile of walking on flat to moderately sloped and uneven terrain. All tours will meet at the entrance gatehouse and may caravan to a spot within the cemetery for further exploration. REGISTER NOW! MAKE A GIFT These presentations are free. However, donations to the Friends of Bellefontaine Cemetery are gratefully accepted To make a gift to the Friends of Bellefontaine, email Cara Crocker or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift online VENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemetery PAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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Cathleen’s Chapel Walking Tour Walking is the best way to experience a cemetery. It allows us to get up close to observe trees and plants as well as the symbols and images on monuments. This tour will begin inside the Hotchkiss Chapel, constructed in 1909. On our walk, we will visit the final resting place of Adolphus and Lily Busch, several Civil War generals, Steamboat captains, a contemporary artist, and the founder of kindergarten. You may not recognize their names, but their stories will intrigue you. ♦ Space is limited and reservations are required ♦ Walking terrain is mild with a mixture of hard and soft surfaces ♦ Please wear appropriate outdoor walking attire ♦ We ask that everyone arrive 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure ♦ This is a rain or shine event except in the case of extreme lightning 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 Cara Crocker or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift online VENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemetery PAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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In the months of June, July, and August we offer a two-hour walking tour of the cemetery and arboretum in the cooling hours before sunset. This tour will be led by one of the cemetery’s Master Guides who will convey highlights of the cemetery grounds, horticulture and a variety of intriguing historic figures who call Bellefontaine their final place of rest. ♦ A limited number of registrations for the tour are available so reservations are required. ♦ Two-hour walking tours cover about 2 miles across moderate terrain. ♦ Please wear appropriate summer walking attire. ♦ We ask that everyone arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. ♦ Tours are free however donations to the Friends of Bellefontaine Cemetery are gratefully accepted. REGISTER NOW! MAKE A GIFT To make a gift to the Friends of Bellefontaine, email Cara Crocker or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift online VENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemetery PAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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Mausoleum I Walking Tours Located on the 314 acres of Bellefontaine Cemetery are over 100 Mausoleums. As St. Louisans had grand homes throughout the city, they also had grand mausoleums on the grounds of Bellefontaine. This tour focuses on the history, iconography, and architecture of these elegant structures. The families have granted entrance into a few of these mausoleums. Explore these iconic structures with two guides who will share stories of the families and the mausoleums. Reservations are required Tour will cover about 2 miles across moderate terrain over both pavement and grass. Please wear appropriate walking attire. Please arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. Reserve your Mausoleum I Walking Tour ticket(s) (10 a.m. until noon) Get Tickets Here MAKE A GIFT To make a gift to the Friends of Bellefontaine, email Cara Crocker or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift online VENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemetery PAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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Mausoleum II Walking Tours Located on the 314 acres of Bellefontaine Cemetery are over 100 Mausoleums. As St. Louisans had grand homes throughout the city, they also had grand mausoleums on the grounds of Bellefontaine. This tour focuses on the history, iconography, and architecture of these elegant structures. The families have granted entrance into a few of these mausoleums. Explore these iconic structures with two guides who will share stories of the families and the mausoleums. Reservations are required Tour will cover about 2 miles across moderate terrain over both pavement and grass. Please wear appropriate walking attire. Please arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. Reserve your Mausoleum II Walking Tour ticket(s) (1:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m.) Get Tickets Here MAKE A GIFT To make a gift to the Friends of Bellefontaine, email Cara Crocker or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift online VENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemetery PAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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In the months of June, July, and August we offer a two-hour walking tour of the cemetery and arboretum in the cooling hours before sunset. This tour will be led by one of the cemetery’s Master Guides who will convey highlights of the cemetery grounds, horticulture and a variety of intriguing historic figures who call Bellefontaine their final place of rest. ♦ A limited number of registrations for the tour are available so reservations are required. ♦ Two-hour walking tours cover about 2 miles across moderate terrain. ♦ Please wear appropriate summer walking attire. ♦ We ask that everyone arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. ♦ Tours are free however donations to the Friends of Bellefontaine Cemetery are gratefully accepted. REGISTER NOW! MAKE A GIFT To make a gift to the Friends of Bellefontaine, email Cara Crocker or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift online VENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemetery PAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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Art and Architecture Walking Tour This walking tour will introduce you to the stories of the stones themselves. Our Master Guides will lead this 2-hour walking tour past beautiful statuary, artists who have been laid to rest at Bellefontaine Cemetery, and even into some wonderful examples of architecture. ♦ Space is limited and reservations are required ♦ Tours will cover about 2 miles across moderate terrain over both pavement and grass ♦ Please wear appropriate outdoor walking attire ♦ We ask that everyone arrive 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure ♦ This is a rain or shine event except in the case of extreme lightning 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 Cara Crocker or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift online VENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemetery PAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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In the months of June, July, and August we offer a two-hour walking tour of the cemetery and arboretum in the cooling hours before sunset. This tour will be led by one of the cemetery’s Master Guides who will convey highlights of the cemetery grounds, horticulture and a variety of intriguing historic figures who call Bellefontaine their final place of rest. ♦ A limited number of registrations for the tour are available so reservations are required. ♦ Two-hour walking tours cover about 2 miles across moderate terrain. ♦ Please wear appropriate summer walking attire. ♦ We ask that everyone arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. ♦ Tours are free however donations to the Friends of Bellefontaine Cemetery are gratefully accepted. REGISTER NOW! MAKE A GIFT To make a gift to the Friends of Bellefontaine, email Cara Crocker or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift online VENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemetery PAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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African American Heritage at Bellefontaine Cemetery - Zoom Presentation Join us for an exciting, 50-minute Zoom presentation. We will explore the rich heritage of African Americans connected to Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum in this presentation. REGISTER NOW! MAKE A GIFT These presentations are free. However, donations to the Friends of Bellefontaine Cemetery are gratefully accepted To make a gift to the Friends of Bellefontaine, email Cara Crocker or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift online VENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemetery PAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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Art and Architecture Walking Tour This walking tour will introduce you to the stories of the stones themselves. Our Master Guides will lead this 2-hour walking tour past beautiful statuary, artists who have been laid to rest at Bellefontaine Cemetery, and even into some wonderful examples of architecture. ♦ Space is limited and reservations are required ♦ Tours will cover about 2 miles across moderate terrain over both pavement and grass ♦ Please wear appropriate outdoor walking attire ♦ We ask that everyone arrive 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure ♦ This is a rain or shine event except in the case of extreme lightning 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 Cara Crocker or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift online VENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemetery PAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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Caravan Tour This 2-hour tour will utilize your transportation. A Master Guide will lead the caravan through the cemetery and stop at points of interest to review in detail some of the rich histories of this rural cemetery. ♦ Space is limited and reservations are required ♦ We ask that everyone arrive 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure ♦ This is a rain or shine event except in the case of extreme lightning 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 Cara Crocker or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift online VENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemetery PAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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Women's History at Bellefontaine Cemetery - Zoom Presentation Join us for an exciting, 50-minute Zoom presentation. We will explore the rich heritage of Women's History connected to Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum in this presentation. REGISTER NOW! MAKE A GIFT These presentations are free. However, donations to the Friends of Bellefontaine Cemetery are gratefully accepted To make a gift to the Friends of Bellefontaine, email Cara Crocker or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift online VENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemetery PAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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In the months of June, July, and August we offer a two-hour walking tour of the cemetery and arboretum in the cooling hours before sunset. This tour will be led by one of the cemetery’s Master Guides who will convey highlights of the cemetery grounds, horticulture and a variety of intriguing historic figures who call Bellefontaine their final place of rest. ♦ A limited number of registrations for the tour are available so reservations are required. ♦ Two-hour walking tours cover about 2 miles across moderate terrain. ♦ Please wear appropriate summer walking attire. ♦ We ask that everyone arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. ♦ Tours are free however donations to the Friends of Bellefontaine Cemetery are gratefully accepted. REGISTER NOW! MAKE A GIFT To make a gift to the Friends of Bellefontaine, email Cara Crocker or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift online VENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemetery PAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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Horticulture Walking Tours Join one of Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretums horticulturalists for a walking tour exploring the natural areas and east sides of the Cemetery. From prairie to forest, this tour will explore native plants found at Evergreen Meadow and the surrounding natural areas of BCA. We will also talk about and visit native restoration areas in progress within this area. Be prepared to walk on uneven terrain with moderate slopes. All tours will meet at the cemetery entrance gatehouse and depart toward Evergreen Meadow at 9 a.m. promptly. Please arrive 30 minutes early. REGISTER NOW! MAKE A GIFT These presentations are free. However, donations to the Friends of Bellefontaine Cemetery are gratefully accepted To make a gift to the Friends of Bellefontaine, email Cara Crocker or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift online VENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemetery PAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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Mausoleum I Walking Tours Located on the 314 acres of Bellefontaine Cemetery are over 100 Mausoleums. As St. Louisans had grand homes throughout the city, they also had grand mausoleums on the grounds of Bellefontaine. This tour focuses on the history, iconography, and architecture of these elegant structures. The families have granted entrance into a few of these mausoleums. Explore these iconic structures with two guides who will share stories of the families and the mausoleums. Reservations are required Tour will cover about 2 miles across moderate terrain over both pavement and grass. Please wear appropriate walking attire. Please arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. Reserve your Mausoleum I Walking Tour ticket(s) (10 a.m. until noon) Get Tickets Here MAKE A GIFT To make a gift to the Friends of Bellefontaine, email Cara Crocker or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift online VENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemetery PAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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Mausoleum II Walking Tours Located on the 314 acres of Bellefontaine Cemetery are over 100 Mausoleums. As St. Louisans had grand homes throughout the city, they also had grand mausoleums on the grounds of Bellefontaine. This tour focuses on the history, iconography, and architecture of these elegant structures. The families have granted entrance into a few of these mausoleums. Explore these iconic structures with two guides who will share stories of the families and the mausoleums. Reservations are required Tour will cover about 2 miles across moderate terrain over both pavement and grass. Please wear appropriate walking attire. Please arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. Reserve your Mausoleum II Walking Tour ticket(s) (1:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m.) Get Tickets Here MAKE A GIFT To make a gift to the Friends of Bellefontaine, email Cara Crocker or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift online VENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemetery PAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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In the months of June, July, and August we offer a two-hour walking tour of the cemetery and arboretum in the cooling hours before sunset. This tour will be led by one of the cemetery’s Master Guides who will convey highlights of the cemetery grounds, horticulture and a variety of intriguing historic figures who call Bellefontaine their final place of rest. ♦ A limited number of registrations for the tour are available so reservations are required. ♦ Two-hour walking tours cover about 2 miles across moderate terrain. ♦ Please wear appropriate summer walking attire. ♦ We ask that everyone arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. ♦ Tours are free however donations to the Friends of Bellefontaine Cemetery are gratefully accepted. REGISTER NOW! MAKE A GIFT To make a gift to the Friends of Bellefontaine, email Cara Crocker or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift online VENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemetery PAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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In the months of June, July, and August we offer a two-hour walking tour of the cemetery and arboretum in the cooling hours before sunset. This tour will be led by one of the cemetery’s Master Guides who will convey highlights of the cemetery grounds, horticulture and a variety of intriguing historic figures who call Bellefontaine their final place of rest. ♦ A limited number of registrations for the tour are available so reservations are required. ♦ Two-hour walking tours cover about 2 miles across moderate terrain. ♦ Please wear appropriate summer walking attire. ♦ We ask that everyone arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. ♦ Tours are free however donations to the Friends of Bellefontaine Cemetery are gratefully accepted. REGISTER NOW! MAKE A GIFT To make a gift to the Friends of Bellefontaine, email Cara Crocker or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift online VENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemetery PAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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Bellefontaine Cemetery's Historic Tour Line Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum is a key cultural institution in St. Louis, offering visitors a beautiful atmosphere for exploring history, art, architecture, and nature. We have a 3.7-mile line to follow while in your car, bike, or on foot for your self-guided tour. An interactive map is available on our website, or you can find a paper copy outside of our office doors, highlighting 38 historic stops along the "Historic Tour Line". Join us for an exciting, 50-minute Zoom presentation that will follow our Historic Tour Line of the cemetery. Attending this online presentation gives you a chance to review the stops along the tour in advance of your next visit. Photographs and the dialogue will give a feel for your pending visit. REGISTER NOW! MAKE A GIFT These presentations are free. However, donations to the Friends of Bellefontaine Cemetery are gratefully accepted To make a gift to the Friends of Bellefontaine, email Cara Crocker or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift online VENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemetery PAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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