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Our mission is to provide high quality parks, facilities, and recreation services that enhance residents’ lives through responsible and effective management of resources.

We're still looking for artists and creatives!!🎨✨Faust Park’s annual Art Fair is returning September 5–6, 9 AM–5 PM, and...
06/07/2026

We're still looking for artists and creatives!!🎨✨

Faust Park’s annual Art Fair is returning September 5–6, 9 AM–5 PM, and we’re inviting local and regional artists to be part of this beloved community tradition!

If you create it we want to showcase it: painting, pottery, woodworking, jewelry, photography, fiber arts, mixed media, handmade goods, and more.

Why join us:
• Show your work in the beautiful historic setting of Faust Historic Village
• Choose to attend one day or both
• Enjoy a lively crowd thanks to free admission, food trucks, live music, and historic home tours
• A supportive art loving community perfect for both emerging and experienced artists

Apply to be a vendor here: https://tinyurl.com/faustartfair2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to the St. Louis Area History Showcase at Jefferson Barracks Park. We loved celebrati...
06/07/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to the St. Louis Area History Showcase at Jefferson Barracks Park. We loved celebrating America’s 250th birthday and the 200th anniversary of Jefferson Barracks with all of you. We had an absolute blast!

A huge thank‑you to all of our incredible vendors for joining us and sharing so much local history, and an extra big shoutout to our history team for working so hard over the past few months to bring this event to life.

Our young gardeners had a blooming good time at our fifth Children’s Garden Club session of the year. This month, we cre...
06/06/2026

Our young gardeners had a blooming good time at our fifth Children’s Garden Club session of the year. This month, we created handmade wind chimes at the Queeny Park nursery! It was a beautiful morning of creativity, curiosity, and lots of smiles.

✨ Mark your calendars for Session 6
📅Date: August 1
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Queeny Park: CGC Nursery 1675 S Mason Rd, St. Louis, MO 63131

Registration opens at 10:00 AM on the second Tuesday of the month before each scheduled date.

More information can be found here: https://stlouiscountymo.gov/.../childrens-garden-club/

Happy National Trails Day! 🌲👟Did you know St. Louis County Parks and Recreation has an awesome way to help you enjoy the...
06/06/2026

Happy National Trails Day! 🌲👟

Did you know St. Louis County Parks and Recreation has an awesome way to help you enjoy the outdoors and get your daily 30 minutes of movement?

Our 30/30 Hikes Program features 30 trails across St. Louis County, each designed to take about 30 minutes to complete. Explore new parks, enjoy fresh air, and track your progress along the way.

Complete all 30 hikes and you’ll log 15 hours of activity, experience 55 miles of beautiful county parks, and earn a 30/30 Challenge Coin! 🥇

Print your trail list and punch sheet, hit the trailheads, and start exploring.
Learn more and find all trail maps at:
https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/parks/programs/30-30-hikes/

Ready to put your puzzle‑solving skills to the test? 🧩🏆✨Join us Friday, June 26 at 7 PM at Kennedy Recreation Complex fo...
06/05/2026

Ready to put your puzzle‑solving skills to the test? 🧩🏆✨

Join us Friday, June 26 at 7 PM at Kennedy Recreation Complex for our June Puzzle Competition!

All puzzles are 500 pieces, and you can compete in teams of 2–4 players. Ages 10+ are welcome, and it’s just $10 per person. Trophies await the winning team in each group!

Be sure to sign up in advance: https://tinyurl.com/KRCPuzzleCompetitions or call us at 314‑615‑5572.

TOMORROW is the big day, St. Louis! 🎉🎉Don’t miss the Saint Louis Area History Showcase kicking off tomorrow morning as w...
06/05/2026

TOMORROW is the big day, St. Louis! 🎉🎉

Don’t miss the Saint Louis Area History Showcase kicking off tomorrow morning as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday and the 200th anniversary of Jefferson Barracks!

📅 Tomorrow — Saturday, June 6, 2026
🕙 10 AM–4 PM
📍 Jefferson Barracks Park (345 North Road, St. Louis, MO 63125)
🎵Live music by The Dust Covers St. Louis from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.
✅ We recommend bringing a lawn chair and your favorite snacks.

What’s waiting for you?
• Inspiring exhibits and rare artifacts
• Live demonstrations
• Live music + food trucks
• Hands‑on fun for all ages

This FREE event is open to everyone. We can't wait to see you there!

For more information, please visit: https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/parks/st-louis-area-history-showcase/

Looking to host an event in a unique historic setting? Look no further than the Jefferson Barracks Visitor Center (JBVC)...
06/04/2026

Looking to host an event in a unique historic setting? Look no further than the Jefferson Barracks Visitor Center (JBVC).

Built in 1878 and opened as a visitor center in 2003, the Jefferson Barracks Visitor Center recently reopened after repairs from past flood damage. The refreshed space now offers improved comfort while preserving the historic charm that makes it a welcoming place for gatherings.

With 2,535 square feet of flexible space and seating for up to 100 guests, the Visitor Center is a versatile venue for celebrations, educational programs, presentations, community events, and more. The room also includes a sink kitchenette for basic food prep needs, making it easy to host everything from workshops to birthday parties. Please note that the kitchenette does not include a refrigerator or ice machine.

Whether you’re planning a party, meeting, or gathering of remembrance, the JBVC offers a flexible and inviting space in the heart of the park.

To learn more or book the space for your event, visit our website:
https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/parks/find-a-park/jefferson-barracks-park/

Soak up the longest days of the year on our Summer Sunset Float! 🌅🚣‍♀️Join us Wednesday, July 22 from 2:30–8:30 PM for a...
06/04/2026

Soak up the longest days of the year on our Summer Sunset Float! 🌅🚣‍♀️

Join us Wednesday, July 22 from 2:30–8:30 PM for a scenic paddle along the Meramec. Canoes are open to ages 8+, and new this year we’re offering a limited number of kayaks for ages 13+! 🛶✨ Spots are very limited.

Floaters will meet at the Meramec Landing Park boat ramp in Valley Park and shuttle to Route 66 State Park to begin the journey. Please bring your own dinner, drinking water, sunscreen and any personal items you’ll need. All participants must be off the water by 9 PM. Canoes, lifejackets and paddles are provided.

Advance registration required:
📞 314-615-8822
💻 Register online: https://tinyurl.com/sunsetfloat2026

Get ready to time‑travel! Join us this weekend for the St. Louis Area History Showcase featuring The Dust Covers St. Lou...
06/04/2026

Get ready to time‑travel! Join us this weekend for the St. Louis Area History Showcase featuring The Dust Covers St. Louis, an acoustic roots trio/quartet bringing old‑time, early blues, and classic Americana vibes to the park.

With 70+ history organizations and vendors, including the Missouri Civil War Museum, Museum of Transportation, Soldiers Memorial Military Museum, Webster Groves Historical Society, and more, there’s something for every history fan.

💡Learn about St. Louis history, demonstrations, and authors.
🎵Live music by the Dust Covers from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.
📍The History Showcase is located at 345 North Rd. St. Louis, MO 63125.
✅ We recommend bringing a lawn chair and your favorite snacks.

Want the full vendor list or event details? Visit:
https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/parks/st-louis-area-history-showcase/

BONUS WORKSHOP! Take a night just for you. Our Night Out: Mud + Merlot Abstract Printed Plates workshop at Laumeier Scul...
06/04/2026

BONUS WORKSHOP! Take a night just for you. Our Night Out: Mud + Merlot Abstract Printed Plates workshop at Laumeier Sculpture Park is the perfect way to unwind, sip your favorite beverage, and get creative in a relaxed, adults only setting. 🥂🎨

Unleash your inner printmaker as you explore clay mono-printing with Gelli plates, colorful underglazes, and playful textures. You’ll turn your printed slab into a functional plate you can proudly use at home. No experience needed, just bring your sense of fun! Pick up your finished piece the following week.

📅 Friday, June 12
⏰ 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
📍 Laumeier Sculpture Park
🎟️ $60
✅ Ages 21+
🥂 BYO beverage and light snacks provided

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/lspnightout2026

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41 S Central Avenue
Clayton, MO
63105

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