Bridgeton Historical Commission

05/03/2026

The Historic Payne-Gentry House is open for the season😁 Stop by today until 3:30pm no reservation needed. The house is open the 1st Sunday of each month, April - November.

09/09/2025

Last minute reminder for tonight's speaker – Ed Wheatley, Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 6:30pm



Tonight, the speaker, Ed Wheatley, will speak on the topic of his new book, From St. Louis to Cooperstown: Legends Born and Made in the Gateway City.

06/27/2025

The Bridgeton Historical Commission held a Quilt and Garden event at the Payne Gentry House on June 14, 2025. This was also the 20th anniversary of the Bridgeton Crossings Family Aquatic Park, nextdoor.

Here's a walk through video of the gardens and quilts at the house. The video camera is hand held and is a bit shaky, but it shows the grounds and the quilts in 4k. Some of the exhibitors speak about their quilts too.

Thanks to everyone who worked to get gardens ready for this event and to the people who shared their quilts!

You can visit and tour the Payne-Gentry House on these dates in 2025; 7/6, 8/3, 9/7, 10/5, 11/2. There will also be dates in December for candle light tours.

Date: June 14, 2025A walk around the Payne Gentry House to see some of the quilts on display and the gardens around the house. This is an unedited walk aroun...

06/27/2025

On June 17th, 2025; Judy Meyer and Angela Layman from the Bridgeton Historical Commission interviewed Mayor Randy Hein as part of our 2025 Bridgeton Interview Series!

Check out his interview on our YouTube page. He speaks about his life and Bridgeton.

This is the 3rd interview we've done this year. There are many more from years ago available to watch. You can follow our YouTube page and this page to stay up to date with what we post.

Want to be part of the series?
We’re looking for more Bridgeton residents and former Bridgeton Residents to share their stories!

If you're interested in being interviewed, reach out to us. You can contact Cindy at the Bridgeton Rec Center; [email protected] or 314-739-5599

Date: June 17, 2025Interview: Randy Hein, MayorInterviewer and Camera Person: Judy Meyer & Angela LaymanUp-loader: Angela LaymanLocation: Bridgeton City Hall...

06/18/2025

On June 3rd, 2025, we completed our second interview of the year. We had the pleasure of speaking with Kathy Bowden, a dedicated State Farm Agent and proud member of the Bridgeton Kiwanis Club. Stay tuned as we continue to capture and share the stories of those helping tell and shape our community's history.

Date: June 3, 2025Interview: Kathrine Bowden Thurston (State Farm & Bridgeton Kiwanis)Interviewers: Judy Meyer, Kathy Coerver, Angela LaymanVideographer: Ang...

05/25/2025

Maryland Heights Historical House to be demolished

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DrvGnp7ff/

04/16/2025

Exciting News!
We’ve officially kicked off our 2025 Bridgeton Interview Series!

Our first featured residents are Ron & Shirley Abernathy, and their interview is now live on YouTube.

Want to be part of the series?
We’re looking for more Bridgeton residents and former Bridgeton Residents to share their stories!

If you're interested in being interviewed, reach out to us. You can contact Cindy at the Bridgeton Rec Center; [email protected] or 314-739-5599

Date: April 15, 2025Interview: Ron & Shirley AbernathyBridgeton Interview SeriesInterview Series Description: Here you will find a growing number of video in...

03/28/2025

Do you have a quilt (or multiple quilts) you'd like to display at a Payne-Gentry House Event?

They can be historical quilts, quilts you have made, quilts you have inherited, etc.

Contact Cindy at the Bridgeton Rec Center to register: 314-739-5599

Date: June 14th, 2025
You must stay with your quilt/s from 11AM - 3PM.

Location: Around Payne-Gentry House at Gentry Park (or inside the Bridgeton Rec Center if there is a weather problem)
Address: 4211 Fee Fee Rd, Bridgeton, MO 63044

02/25/2025

Join us for an engaging evening of history at the Bridgeton Recreation Center!

The Bridgeton Historical Society invites you to the Historical Speaker Series featuring Dr. Gerald Perschbacher on Tuesday, March 11, at 6:30 pm.

Dr. Perschbacher will explore the question: Why did so many Germans come to America and the Midwest during the 1800s? Learn about their journeys, challenges, and experiences through his lively and highly visual presentation.

With decades of research, multiple trips to Germany, and nearly 40 years as an editor of a major publication, Dr. Perschbacher brings a wealth of knowledge to share.

✅ Free event – no reservation needed
☕ Light refreshments provided

For more details, contact Cindy at 314-739-5599.

📍 Bridgeton Recreation Center
🗓 Tuesday, March 11 | 6:30 PM

Don't miss this fascinating look into our region’s history!

12/08/2024

Still time tonight for a Candlelight Tour of the Payne-Gentry House or tomorrow, Sunday, December 8, 4-8pm🕯