World War I Veterans of St. Louis at 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 during our free online Zoom presentation from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Sign up now to attend! 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 onlineVENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemeteryPAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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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 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 last address. ♦ 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 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 onlineVENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemeteryPAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum is proud to participate in Historic Saint Louis’ annual "A Spirited Holiday Past." Join us at the cemetery Saturday, December 3rd, from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. in the Historic Hotchkiss Chapel. We will have re-enactors wearing era-appropriate attire, special programing throughout the day, two fire pits, holidays music, and roasted Chestnuts grown on our 314-acre accredited Arboretum. We will also have games, guided general and iconography outdoor walking tours, and a seated video presentation indoors. Sign up for these events now! SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: Holiday Games, 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., sign up now! General Outdoor Walking Tour, 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., sign up now! Iconography Walking Tour, 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m., sign up now! General Outdoor Walking Tour, 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m., sign up now! Holiday Games, 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m., sign up now! 1904 World's Fair Indoor Presentation, 3:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., sign up now! This free holiday event will be something the whole family can enjoy. We hope to see you here! ABOUT THE HOLIDAY GAMES: Have you ever wondered how your ancestors enjoy the holidays in days gone past? Now is your chance to step back in time and take part in activities of the holidays that made merry. Our hosts from the Mourning Society of St. Louis will aid you on your journey to the past by supplying knowledge of games of the past? ABOUT THE GUIDED WALKING TOURS: Each of the guided walks will be one hour over less than a mile of light terrain. The general walks will focus on historical stories, architecture, and some iconography. The iconography walk will focus on the imagery/symbols on different monuments and their meanings. ABOUT THE SEATED PRESENTATION: Join us for a PowerPoint presentation on those persons associated with the Louisiana Purchase Exposition, whose final place of rest is Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum. David R. Francis, Issac Taylor, William Lemp, and Adolphus Busch all had a hand in making the 1904 World's Fair the Grandest Fair ever. Triumph and Tragedy will be explored in this 50-minute presentation, which will be presented in the Historic Hotchkiss Chapel built in 1909. For more information on all participating venues, please visit the Historic St. Louis website or their Facebook event page.
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This two-hour walking tour of the cemetery and arboretum focuses on the foliage transitions from the rich colors of autumn into the beginning of winter. 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 last address. ♦ 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 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 onlineVENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemeteryPAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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This two-hour walking tour of the cemetery and arboretum focuses on the foliage transitions from the rich colors of autumn into the beginning of winter. 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 last address. ♦ 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 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 onlineVENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemeteryPAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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1904 World's Fair and Bellefontaine Cemetery Join us for an online ZOOM presentation featuring key individuals associated with the Louisiana Purchase Exposition whose final place of rest is Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum. David R. Francis, Issac Taylor, William Lemp, and Adolphus Busch all had a hand in making the 1904 World's Fair the Grandest Fair ever. Triumph and Tragedy will be explored in this free 50-minute presentation. Sign up now! 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 onlineVENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemeteryPAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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1904 World's Fair and Bellefontaine Cemetery Join us for an online ZOOM presentation featuring key individuals associated with the Louisiana Purchase Exposition whose final place of rest is Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum. David R. Francis, Issac Taylor, William Lemp, and Adolphus Busch all had a hand in making the 1904 World's Fair the Grandest Fair ever. Triumph and Tragedy will be explored in this free 50-minute presentation. Sign up now! 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 onlineVENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemeteryPAYPAL: ccrocker@bcastl.org
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