Laumeier Sculpture Park
314-615-5278
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Laumeier Sculpture Park
This former residence of Henry and Matilda Laumeier was bequeathed to St. Louis County as a park in 1968, opened to the public in 1975 and shortly after became a sculpture garden. The 105 acres are open for picnics, walks with pets (on leash) and admiration of the giant, notable sculptures. The cut-stone house has become a museum and offices for the park. There are classes, exhibits and outdoor events held throughout the year. Plenty of lot parking. Visitors wander the site most days.
- Fax: 314-615-5283
- Hours: Dawn to dusk
- Founding Date: 1975
- Ticket information: Free
- Private parties: Yes
- Food/drink: No
- Parking: Free lot
- Is there a particular focus for this gallery?: Sculpture -- enormous and outdoors
- Art specialties: Sculpture
- Are there any interesting facts about this location?: Henry Laumeier's father, Herman, founded United Bank & Trust Co. in 1872. He bought the house from a successful stove maker.
- Features: Benches, Public art
- Services: Restrooms
- Area: 105 acres
- What is an interesting historical or little known fact about this town?: How to pronounce Laumeier, a German name: Lau rhymes with "now" and meier rhymes with "higher"
- Gift shop: Yes
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