Trips & Tours - Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois
Trips & Tours - Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois
Trips & Tours - Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois
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This was the home <strong>of</strong> historical figure General Daniel Bissell. The home was built from 1814-1816 and<br />
contains furnishings and decorative arts <strong>of</strong> the period.<br />
The Griot Museum <strong>of</strong> Black History & Culture<br />
2505 St. Louis Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri 63106<br />
314-241-7057<br />
Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10 am -- 5 pm; Open Memorial Day to Labor Day 2 – 5 pm<br />
The permanent exhibit features life-size wax figures <strong>of</strong> African-Americans with a mo connection, including Dred<br />
Scott and George Washington Carver. There also is a scale model <strong>of</strong> a slave ship, an authentic slave cabin,<br />
historical documents and artifacts. The museum hosts traveling exhibitions.<br />
Holocaust Museum and Learning Center<br />
12 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, Missouri 63146<br />
314-432-0020<br />
www.hmlc.org/<br />
Hours: Monday–Thursday: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm; Friday, 9:30 am – 3 pm, Sunday 10 am-4 pm.<br />
<strong>Tours</strong> available by appointment, including evening tours.<br />
The Holocaust Museum and Learning Center (HMLC) is a 5,000-square-foot education and exhibition facility<br />
dedicated to teaching the important history and lessons <strong>of</strong> the Holocaust and preserving the memory <strong>of</strong> the six<br />
million Jews who perished. The exhibition is designed with a focus on the experiences <strong>of</strong> survivors who<br />
immigrated to St. Louis. In addition, the HMLC sponsors numerous programs that are open to the public,<br />
including a monthly film series, an annual Holocaust Remembrance Day commemoration, lectures by<br />
internationally recognized speakers, and outstanding temporary exhibitions.<br />
Jefferson Barracks Historic Park<br />
533 Grant Road, St. Louis, Missouri 63125<br />
314-544-5714<br />
www.stlouisco.com/parks/j-b.html<br />
Hours: 8 am to a half-hour past sunset, daily. Closed January, Thanksgiving, and December 25.<br />
<strong>Tours</strong> available, call for details<br />
The National Cemetery, south <strong>of</strong> the park, is the 4 th largest U.S. cemetery in the nation. This 424 acre park<br />
was once part <strong>of</strong> an Army Post that was active from 1826-1946. Converted to a historical park in 1950,<br />
restored buildings include the Laborer’s House, the stable and two powder magazines.<br />
Lewis & Clark Boat House and Nature Center<br />
1050 Riverside Drive, St. Charles, Missouri 63301<br />
636-947-3199<br />
Hours: Monday – Saturday: 10 am – 5 pm, Sunday: 12 pm – 5 pm<br />
<strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong> can learn about Sacagawea and her life, struggles, and impact on our heritage and history.<br />
Missouri Historical Society & Historical Museum<br />
5700 Lindell Boulevard, St. Louis, Missouri 63112<br />
314-361-9265<br />
www.mohistory.org<br />
Hours: Tuesday 10 am - 8 pm, Wednesday-Monday 10 am - 5 pm<br />
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