Route 66 is turning 100, and Clementine’s Ice Cream is celebrating by launching new flavors to honor the iconic road. The ice cream company, which started in St. Louis, set out on a mission to blend flavor with Route 66 nostalgia. In- spired by diner fare, soda fountains, and late-night snacks, Clementine’s hopes to invite …
Ferdanando de Leyba found himself in a tough spot in the spring of 1780. As lieutenant governor of the Spanish colonial province of Louisiana, the 45-year-old army captain had quietly supported the rebellious American colonists from his headquarters in St. Louis while avoiding open antagonism from the British, whose territory nominally extended all the way …
For 150 years, the Eads Bridge has linked St. Louis to the East. James Eads was born in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, northwest of Cincinnati in 1820. From an early age, he began learning the ways of the fickle Mississippi River. In 1833, the riverboat carrying him and his family on their move to St. Louis caught …
Four heritage alcohol brands are shaping the future of their industry. Story by Evan Allen Wood & Kristina Light When the nation went dry on January 17, 1920, Missouri was anything but parched. The state stood at the center of America’s drinking culture, home to some of the largest alcohol producers on the planet. Anheuser-Busch …
In 2026, Missouri joins seven other Route 66 states in celebrating the famed highway’s centennial anniversary. Here is the guide to get you going. Our first installment of the 66 Stops on Route 66 is the St. Louis area. If you crave a border-to-border excursion with a backbeat, Missouri’s slice of Route 66 still packs …
The heartbeat of the highway continues through its shopkeepers, motorcyclists, and road-trip travelers. Route 66 is more than neon lights, diner bites, and highway sights; it is also the people behind the Mother Road. Behind the glitz and glam of the age, the iconic culture and timeless history of the route were built on the …
Drive Route 66 Across Missouri in Two Days and Enjoy Petrol Stations, Pastries, and Pigs. Can you travel Route 66 in Missouri in a weekend and get an authentic experience? Associate editor Andrea Kaneko and I decided to drive the route from St. Louis to Garrison in just two days, and I found an answer …
Ice-skating in Missouri is snow joke. From figure skating to hockey, our state is full of slippery statistics. 27,500 square feetThe largest ice-skating rink in Missouri, the Steinberg Skating Rink in St. Louis, is this large. 4 inchesIce should be at least this thick before skating on it. 2 teamsMissouri has two professional ice hockey …
Find frozen fun all across Missouri. Throughout Missouri, ice rinks stand out against the backdrop of the Ozark Mountains, the Gateway Arch, big-screen films, and giant Christmas trees. Whether you’re a beginning ice skater, playing a pickup game of broomball with your friends, or are looking for a spot to ice-skate that is family friendly, …
Become immersed in the picturesque atmosphere and vibrant art at Art in the Park at St. Louis Hills from 10 AM to 5 PM on September 28, 2025. This free art extravaganza in Francis Park will have over 70 featured artists and artisans selling and displaying their craft, including Cindy Larimore, who was featured in …
It all started with a high-speed pursuit. In 2007, Freddie Lee James—a self-taught saucemaster known for whipping up batches of flavor for friends, family, and anyone lucky enough to snag a sample—was sitting on the porch with his wife, Deborah, in St. Louis. Out of nowhere, in a blur of red and blue lights, a …
St. Louis’s Lizzie Weber comes back home to make music and fulfill her dreams. By: Teresa Nowakowski Five years ago, musician Lizzie Weber went to The Pageant theater to see Ben Folds. During the set, he asked audience members to write down a wish or a dream on a piece of paper and throw it …
Six Flags in St. Louis, Silver Dollar City in Branson, and Worlds of Fun in Kansas City are not only world renowned for their roller coasters that launch, toss, and tumble riders but also for their other remarkable attractions. 200,000 gallons Each minute, this much water flows through the Mystic River Falls ride in Silver …
My 14-year-old daughter, Jane, makes endless lists. She makes packing lists, homework lists, Halloween candy received lists, and lists of her lists. Last summer, she made an all-timer: a bucket list. It’s color-coded with immaculate handwriting and boxes for her to check off as she completes each achievement. Every single item will result in joy …
A Visual Tribute to Missouri’s State Parks and Historic Sites.
Hello! I’m so excited that you’re visiting to learn more about Archer Alexander and the history of the Underground Railroad in Missouri. Check out the sections below to find additional imagery, upcoming events, and where to explore the history of the Underground Railroad right here in MO. –Sydney Jones, Associate Editor Archer Alexander: Additional Photo …
GLORY RETURNS TO THE GRAND OLD COURTHOUSE. Known for its detailed Greek Revival architecture, which includes chiseled stone, rotundas, tall symmetrical columns, and a towering dome, the Old Courthouse stands as one of the most significant historical buildings in the city of St. Louis. The interior renovation, which was its first comprehensive renovation since 1979, …
What might have happened if, in the early days of the Civil War, a militia with Southern sympathies had been allowed to seize the federal arsenal in St. Louis? Could this have cleared the way for the secession of Missouri from the Union? Lincoln viewed holding onto the border states (states in which slavery was …
An Opulent Artist in the Ozarks While looking for a Halloween wreath for her large front door, Air Force veteran Jane Weissner decided that she would make her own. Jane enjoyed the experience so much that she chose to keep crafting wreaths for future holidays. When July rolled around, she began to make patriotic-themed wreaths …
Get ready for an unforgettable aquatic adventure at the St. Louis Aquarium! This summer, we celebrate the “Summer of the Shark” with exciting exhibits featuring these magnificent creatures. Immerse yourself in a world of shark-tastic adventures and get up close and personal with the creatures that rule the ocean. Brought to you in partnership with …
The St. Louis Aquarium is a fantastic spot to explore, right in the heart of Union Station! It’s a fun place for everyone, with a dazzling array of marine life and interactive exhibits that are sure to spark wonder. From colorful coral reefs to fascinating fish, and even playful otters and majestic sharks, there’s so …
Tennessee Williams was born on this date in 1911. Although born in Mississippi, he grew up in St. Louis, where his family moved in 1918.
A north St. Louis distillery’s sweet technique yields smooth whiskeys and brandies. Nick Colombo, co-founder and finance manager of Switchgrass Spirits, a whiskey distillery in north St. Louis, says the business is founded on a simple premise: do business in a way that can bring a sense of pride. The distillery upholds this goal by …
There is no planet b! Join the St. Louis Earth Day Festival from 11 AM to 5 PM on April 26 and 27 at Muny Grounds in Forest Park, St. Louis to celebrate the wonderful world we have. This is a free event have 200 local vendors offering activities, educational resources, and sustainable products. “The …
February 22 and 23 at 2 PM, the St. Louis City Museum is presenting Unbound!: a Circus Harmony show. Circus Harmony is an internationally known and well-loved social circus school, found in the City Museum in St. Louis. While they have performed before, they have recently announced their annual full-length show, which will feature child …
The upcoming St. Louis Jewish Film Festival highlights both tragedies and triumphs that the Jewish community has faced. The festival will show 13 films in 6 days over a 2-week period consisting of dramas, comedies, documentaries, and Holocaust features. “All the films deal with universal topics that strike both the heart and the funny bone, …
Julia Cerré Soulard began transferring property she inherited from her late husband, Antoine Soulard, to the city of St. Louis on this date in 1841. The area she was gifting to the city included a small plot of land that had been serving as a public market since 1779, known today as Soulard Market.
Frederick Kenneth Blassman, better known by his stage name Freddie Blassie, was born in St. Louis on this date in 1918.
The manager of the former St. Louis Browns, Chris von der Ahe, was essentially kidnapped and taken by train to Pittsburgh on this date in 1898, according to an archival report in the New York Times.