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 historic 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. Room is limited and reservations are required. Please arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. 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
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Caravan Tour Join us for a guided caravan tour! Drive along in your car and follow the caravan led by our Master Guide Cathleen. We will drive to four different locations inside historic Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum. At each location, we will all exit our vehicles and Cathleen will give us a tour through history! First, we’ll visit a U.S. Senator involved in a duel on Bloody Island. Also, we’ll check out the Father of Digestion as well as a Medal of Honor recipient. Next stop, we’ll view the Busch Mausoleum and several riverboat pilots. William Clark’s memorial will be our next stop. It’s a large monument dedicated to his heroic efforts on the Voyage of Discovery. The last destination is Prospect Avenue. This is where the St. Louis movers and shakers of the early 1900s are buried. We will go into the Wainwright and Lemp Mausoleums. Bellefontaine Cemetery is a place to find inspiration and a place to honor life. ♦ Space is limited and reservations are required ♦ Please wear appropriate outdoor walking attire as we will explore different areas upon leaving our vehicles. ♦ Walking terrain is mild with a mixture of hard and soft surfaces ♦ 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 Joe Shields or call our office at 314-381-0750. Make a gift onlineVENMO: @FriendsofBellefontaineCemeteryPAYPAL: donations@bcastl.org
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Steamboaters and Bellefontaine Cemetery Whether we are talking pilots, captains, or owners, the waterways and the ships that traversed them helped define St. Louis and the region. At first, it was every man—or boat—for himself, but soon set timetables and routes were established. This led to competition among private owners and groups, leaving casualties in the wake of organization. Then there is the river: at once a superhighway and a vexed spirit. Accidents and mishaps on the Mississippi mean a short life for most ships and many who guide them. Watch from the comfort of your home or wherever you may be! Sign up now for this free online presentation! 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
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St. Louisans will celebrate the Eads Bridge at 150 years of use. Declared to be “Impractical and Impossible”, the Eads bridge still stands and is used daily. James Buchanan Eads, Chief Engineer, designed the bridge, but many others helped in its financing, opening, and maintenance. In this two-hour trolley tour, we will closely examine Eads, his bridge, other projects, and others who aided in making the vision real. Our trolley tours are from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. ♦ Seating is limited and tickets are required.♦ We ask that everyone arrive between 9:30 am and 9:45 am for a prompt 10:00 am departure.♦ The Trolley is climate controlled but weather-appropriate clothing is suggested as opportunities to disembark from the vehicle are available.♦ Trolley tour tickets are $5 each. 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
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Exciting Announcement! Voices at Bellefontaine returns on Saturday, October 5, and Sunday, October 6! Do not miss out on another unforgettable theatrical experience as the Hawthorne Players bring history to life. The grounds of our Level III Arboretum provide an exclusive backdrop for the actors to portray their characters. You will travel through the Cemetery on one of our shuttles and disembark at stops for seated performances. There are three performances each day, and you’ll have an opportunity to participate in a backstage experience with the cast on Sunday, October 6, immediately following the 3:30 p.m. performance. The Hawthorne Players will take part in a cast talkback session that includes light refreshments. Seating is limited for the cast talkback session, and those tickets are $50 each. All other tickets are $35 each. Get your tickets soon as these events will surely sell out! We have three shuttles per each event time, but the performances are the same. Just choose a shuttle that has available seating for the time that works best for you! Join our 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. tours. Tickets are $35 each Shuttle 1: SOLD OUT! Shuttle 2: SOLD OUT! Shuttle 3: SOLD OUT! Join our 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. tours. Tickets are $35 each Shuttle 1: SOLD OUT! Shuttle 2: SOLD OUT! Shuttle 3: SOLD OUT! Join our 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. tours. Tickets are $35 each Shuttle 1: SOLD OUT! Shuttle 2: SOLD OUT! Shuttle 3: SOLD OUT!
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Exciting Announcement! Voices at Bellefontaine returns on Saturday, October 5, and Sunday, October 6! Do not miss out on another unforgettable theatrical experience as the Hawthorne Players bring history to life. The grounds of our Level III Arboretum provide an exclusive backdrop for the actors to portray their characters. You will travel through the Cemetery on one of our shuttles and disembark at stops for seated performances. There are three performances each day, and you’ll have an opportunity to participate in a backstage experience with the cast on Sunday, October 6, immediately following the 3:30 p.m. performance. The Hawthorne Players will take part in a cast talkback session that includes light refreshments. Seating is limited for the cast talkback session, and those tickets are $50 each. All other tickets are $35 each. Get your tickets soon as these events will surely sell out! We have three shuttles per each event time, but the performances are the same. Just choose a shuttle that has available seating for the time that works best for you! Join our 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. tours. Tickets are $35 each Shuttle 1: SOLD OUT! Shuttle 2: SOLD OUT! Shuttle 3: SOLD OUT! Join our 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. tours. Tickets are $35 each Shuttle 1: SOLD OUT! Shuttle 2: SOLD OUT! Shuttle 3: SOLD OUT! 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. tours with a cast "talkback" immediately following the event. Tickets are $50 each. You'll have an opportunity to meet the cast and participate in a Q&A session while enjoying a pleasant evening of light refreshments. Shuttle 1: SOLD OUT! Shuttle 2: SOLD OUT! Shuttle 3: SOLD OUT!
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This two-hour trolley tour will be led by one of our Master Guides who will convey highlights of the cemetery grounds, horticulture, and a variety of intriguing historic figures who now rest at Bellefontaine Cemetery. Our trolley tours are from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. ♦ Seating is limited and tickets are required.♦ We ask that everyone arrive between 9:30 am and 9:45 am for a prompt 10:00 am departure.♦ The Trolley is climate controlled but weather-appropriate clothing is suggested as opportunities to disembark from the vehicle are available.♦ Trolley tour tickets are $5 each. 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
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Arboretum Tour – Fall Tree Walk Join one of our Horticulturists for a stroll in Missouri’s first ArbNet Level III Accredited Arboretum. This tour will focus on Bellefontaine’s collection of about 10,000 trees and shrubs, representing nearly 600 distinct species, selections, and varieties. Learn more about what makes Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum an extraordinary horticulture treasure in St. Louis! Every horticulture tour is unique and will potentially cover different plants. Sign up for an Arboretum Tour today! Space is limited and reservations are required. Please wear appropriate walking attire. Capacity is limited and reservations are required. Please arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. REGISTER NOW! MAKE A GIFT These specific 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
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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 our Master Guides who will convey highlights of the grounds, horticulture and a variety of intriguing historic 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. Room is limited and reservations are required. Please arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. 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
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Consolations of Memory at Bellefontaine Cemetery, Saturday, October 12, 2024 The Saint Louis Mourning Society presents “Consolations of Memory” with the support of Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum. This event isn’t like other fall cemetery tours. Rather than portraying the spirits of those buried at Bellefontaine Cemetery, we portray the living, breathing people of the era who were left behind to mourn the loss of a loved one. Consolation of Memory is a guided cemetery walk around Historic Hotchkiss Chapel. Each year focuses on a different topic related to life, death, and mourning in the mid-19th century. During the tour, guests will learn about tragic events in St. Louis' history, Funeral and burial practices, and how the dead were remembered by those left behind to mourn. The tour is followed immediately by a funeral reenactment, procession, and burial service. 2024's tour will focus on the history and development of 19th-century rural cemeteries directly after a reenactment of the 1864 funeral of Deborah W. Page, wife of the mayor of St. Louis – Daniel Page. Arrive at Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum at our gate located at 4947 W. Florissant. Once inside the gates follow directional signage to the event parking. Registration will direct you to transportation to the Mourning Society event location. This is a free event. Tours take place at 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 1:30 p.m. Space is limited, so be sure to register for one of these tours here today! Register Now! There are different tour times from which you can choose. Registration is required, so please sign up for your preferred tour time by clicking on one of the links below. Tour 1: 9:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., SOLD OUT! Tour 1: 9:45 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., SOLD OUT! Tour 2: 11:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., SOLD OUT! Tour 2: 11:45 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., SOLD OUT! Tour 3: 1:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., SOLD OUT! Tour 3: 1:45 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., SOLD OUT! Join the Waiting List! Reservations are full; however, cancellations do occur. To be added to the wait list for cancellations and released holds on tickets, please visit our sign-up page.
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This two-hour trolley tour will be led by one of our Master Guides who will convey highlights of the cemetery grounds, horticulture, and a variety of intriguing historic figures who now rest at Bellefontaine Cemetery. Our trolley tours are from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. ♦ Seating is limited and tickets are required.♦ We ask that everyone arrive between 9:30 am and 9:45 am for a prompt 10:00 am departure.♦ The Trolley is climate controlled but weather-appropriate clothing is suggested as opportunities to disembark from the vehicle are available.♦ Trolley tour tickets are $5 each. 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
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Caravan Tour Join us for a guided caravan tour! Drive along in your car and follow the caravan led by our Master Guide Cathleen. We will drive to four different locations inside historic Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum. At each location, we will all exit our vehicles and Cathleen will give us a tour through history! First, we’ll visit a U.S. Senator involved in a duel on Bloody Island. Also, we’ll check out the Father of Digestion as well as a Medal of Honor recipient. Next stop, we’ll view the Busch Mausoleum and several riverboat pilots. William Clark’s memorial will be our next stop. It’s a large monument dedicated to his heroic efforts on the Voyage of Discovery. The last destination is Prospect Avenue. This is where the St. Louis movers and shakers of the early 1900s are buried. We will go into the Wainwright and Lemp Mausoleums. Bellefontaine Cemetery is a place to find inspiration and a place to honor life. ♦ Space is limited and reservations are required ♦ Please wear appropriate outdoor walking attire as we will explore different areas upon leaving our vehicles. ♦ Walking terrain is mild with a mixture of hard and soft surfaces ♦ 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! Join the Waiting List! Reservations are currently full for this tour; however, cancellations do occur. To be added to the wait list for cancellations and released holds on tickets, please visit our sign-up page. 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
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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 our Master Guides who will convey highlights of the grounds, horticulture and a variety of intriguing historic 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. Room is limited and reservations are required. Please arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. REGISTER NOW! Join the Waiting List! Reservations are currently full for this tour; however, cancellations do occur. To be added to the wait list for cancellations and released holds on tickets, please visit our sign-up page. 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
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Arboretum Tour – Fall Tree Walk Join one of our Horticulturists for a stroll in Missouri’s first ArbNet Level III Accredited Arboretum. This tour will focus on Bellefontaine’s collection of about 10,000 trees and shrubs, representing nearly 600 distinct species, selections, and varieties. Learn more about what makes Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum an extraordinary horticulture treasure in St. Louis! Every horticulture tour is unique and will potentially cover different plants. Sign up for an Arboretum Tour today! Space is limited and reservations are required. Please wear appropriate walking attire. Capacity is limited and reservations are required. Please arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. REGISTER NOW! Join the Waiting List! Reservations are currently full for this tour; however, cancellations do occur. To be added to the wait list for cancellations and released holds on tickets, please visit our sign-up page. MAKE A GIFT These specific 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
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This two-hour trolley tour will be led by one of our Master Guides who will convey highlights of the cemetery grounds, horticulture, and a variety of intriguing historic figures who now rest at Bellefontaine Cemetery. Our trolley tours are from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. ♦ Seating is limited and tickets are required.♦ We ask that everyone arrive between 9:30 am and 9:45 am for a prompt 10:00 am departure.♦ The Trolley is climate controlled but weather-appropriate clothing is suggested as opportunities to disembark from the vehicle are available.♦ Trolley tour tickets are $5 each. REGISTER NOW! Join the Waiting List! Reservations are currently full for this tour; however, cancellations do occur. To be added to the wait list for cancellations and released holds on tickets, please visit our sign-up page. 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
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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 our Master Guides who will convey highlights of the grounds, horticulture and a variety of intriguing historic 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. Room is limited and reservations are required. Please arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. 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
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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 our Master Guides who will convey highlights of the grounds, horticulture and a variety of intriguing historic 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. Room is limited and reservations are required. Please arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. 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
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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 our Master Guides who will convey highlights of the grounds, horticulture and a variety of intriguing historic 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. Room is limited and reservations are required. Please arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. REGISTER NOW! Join the Waiting List! Reservations are currently full for this tour; however, cancellations do occur. To be added to the wait list for cancellations and released holds on tickets, please visit our sign-up page. 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
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Bellefontaine Cemetery's 3rd Fall Race Registration is now open for our 2024 Coyote Crawl 5K and Head for the Hills 10K! Enjoy a walk or run through Missouri's first Level III Arboretum (and one of only 47 in the world!) while surrounded by incredible fall foliage. Our rolling hills make this closed course a fun and memorable experience as you walk or run through the Cemetery. We are celebrating our 175th anniversary this year. Founded in 1849, Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum has been the final resting place for many of St. Louis’s notable figures, including Priscila Baltimore, General William Clark, Sarah Teasdale, and Adolphus Busch. You will find world-renowned architecture such as the Wainwright Mausoleum, our historic Hotchkiss Chapel, and the “Girl in the Glass Box” nestled among our 14 miles of roadway. A diverse collection of close to 10,000 trees and shrub varieties dot the landscape, making an enjoyable run/walk through history and nature. The race will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024. Participate in person or virtually. Sign up now! In-Person 5K/10K - Saturday, November 2, 2024 Check-in 7:45 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Race starts at 8:35 a.m. Registration for the chip-timed in-person runs includes a race shirt and commemorative race medal. Packet pickup is on race morning only from 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Virtual 5K/10K - complete your walk/run on your own turf anytime between October 28 through November 3, 2024. Registration Includes a race shirt and commemorative race medal. Register Now to Participate! REGISTER NOW! Registration Fees 5K in-person race or virtual race with t-shirt and medal = $35 5K in-person race or virtual race without t-shirt and medal = $15 10K in-person race or virtual race with t-shirt and medal = $50 10K in-person race or virtual race without t-shirt and medal = $30 Proceeds from the race support the Friends of Bellefontaine and benefit the cemetery’s community support programs like Angels Rest, historic preservation, and educational tours. Learn more and register here. Packet Pickup Info Shirts and medals will be mailed out after registration. In-Person participants must pick up their bib at the race from 7:30 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. Awards Awards will be given to the top 3 male and top 3 female finishers in the 5K and 10K (in-person only). Contact information Event contact: Joe Shields Phone: 314-880-5879 Restrictions: For the safety of race participants, bicycles and pets on leashes will not be permitted in the race. |