Harriet Goodhue Hosmer Biography
Harriet Hosmer (1830-1908) was a famed neoclassical sculptor in the last half of the nineteenth century. She was born in Watertown, Mass in 1830 and raised by her physician father. He encouraged Harriet’s physical fitness after her mother and three siblings died...
Music Stand Ruins and Restoration
Restoration has begun on bringing the 1876 Music Stand back to its original Victorian appearance. We need your support for this project.
Park Reforestation
The City of St. Louis has a limited budget and 108 other parks to manage, so the Lafayette Park Conservancy takes an active partnership role in the care of our historic neighborhood oasis. We’re fortunate to have folks from Davey Resource Group, Hansen Tree...
The Park House and Its History
Located at Lafayette and Mississippi Avenues, the renovated historic Park House is operated by the Lafayette Square Neighborhood Association. For rental information please contact: Lafayette Square Neighborhood Association Email: [email protected] The Park...
A History of the 1869 Park Fence
Here’s a uniquely historic St. Louis fence with a story to tell. Your support will keep it standing for another 150 years!
Park Notes
Park Notes is the newsletter of the Lafayette Park Conservancy. It is published semiannually, in the Spring and Fall. A subscription is free with your membership in the Conservancy. Back issues of Park Notes are archived and downloadable as pdf files below. Issue 28...
Perimeter Sidewalks
Lafayette Park pathways are extensive, paved, with a gentle grade, and easily accessible to all.