HISTORIC BUILDING RESTORATION AND PRESERVATION

Amaranth House and Gatehouse

Hawthorn Gatehouse

Hotchkiss Chapel

Amaranth House and Gatehouse

Built in 1877, this building and gatehouse are undergoing total refurbishment, including all utilities, technology, and a restroom. These spaces will serve as multi-purpose spaces for school groups, community members, families, and BCA staff to host educational programs. The project is underway and on target for completion in the summer of 2025.

Hawthorn Gatehouse

Built in 1925, this historic gatehouse is receiving total refurbishment. It will serve as a small welcome center, a multi-use educational space, and much-needed accessible public restrooms.  The project is underway and on target for completion in the summer of 2025.

Hotchkiss Chapel

Built in 1925, this historic gatehouse is receiving total refurbishment. It will serve as a multi-use educational space, and much-needed accessible public restrooms. The project is underway and on target for completion in the summer of 2025.

HISTORIC INTERPRETIVE TRAIL INSTALLATION AND EXPANSION

Lewis and Clark Trailhead

Lewis and Clark trail and signage

Public Lot 001 trail (accessible) and signage

Prospect trail and signage

These trails will provide cultural and economic benefits by serving as educational and recreational hikes for school groups, community members, and BCA staff to host educational programs. The trails will provide programming in Missouri, National and international history, and horticulture and nature education. Additionally, one of the trails will provide an accessible experience.

Trails are underway and on target for completion in the summer of 2025.