St. Louis Now Leads the Country in People Living Alone
St. Louis has Become The Gateway to Solitude and Living Single St. Louis has long been defined by its historic neighborhoods, its architectural heritage, and its tight-knit sense of community. But if recent U.S. Census data is any indication, the way we inhabit this historic city is undergoing a significant transformation. That’s right, St. Louis…
St. Louis’ 1904 Olympic Marathon Debacle
The 2024 U.S. Olympic Trials are right around the corner. The eyes of the country will be on Orlando as the best marathon runners in America will be competing for a spot on the Olympic Team. Several Missourians are expected to compete once again this year. But nothing can ever compare to what happened in…
The World’s First Skyscraper: St. Louis’s Gift to the Modern Skyline
How The Red Brick Revolution Changed the World If you’ve ever looked up at the glass towers of Manhattan or Dubai and wondered where it all began, you don’t need a plane ticket—you just need a parking spot at 7th and Chestnut. That is where you will find the Wainwright Building. The Wainwright Building isn’t…
Best St. Louis Cardinals Teams of All Time
The St. Louis Cardinals are one of the most storied franchises in baseball, with a history of winning that dates back to the late 19th century. Even with all that success, the team has only won more than 100 games 9 times (which is 3rd most behind the Yankees and Dodgers). Below are the top…
The Biggest Cities in Missouri 125 Years Ago
In 1900, Missouri was the 5th Most Populous State In 1900, Missouri was a powerhouse of the American Midwest. This era marked the height of the “Gilded Age” influence on the state, with St. Louis preparing to host the 1904 World’s Fair and Olympics. Kansas City was also rapidly expanding as a major rail hub.…
The History of Soulard Mardi Gras
From a House Party to a Phenomenon While New Orleans may hold the crown, St. Louis officially stakes its claim as the second-largest Mardi Gras celebration in the United States. But before the corporate sponsorships and sea of beads, the festivities in the historic Soulard neighborhood began with a much humbler—and slightly more impromptu—spark. 1980:…
Brief History of Soulard
On February 10, 1841: Julia Soulard begins giving land to the City of St. Louis for use as a public market. The story of the oldest public market west of the Mississippi isn’t just about fresh produce and local commerce; it’s a saga of colonial land grants, a decades-long legal battle, and the enduring vision…
St. Louis City vs. County: The Nasty History of the 1876 Divorce
The Nasty Split — That Has Gotten Nastier Over The Years The idea of separating the city of St. Louis from St. Louis County was officially decided on August 22, 1876. Ironically, the reasons used to justify the “Great Divorce” are the same reasons many believe the two should get back together today. St. Louis…
Imperial Estate on the Missouri Bluffs
Missouri’s Hidden European Estate: The Historic Imperial Mansion on the Mississippi 110 Overlook Court in Imperial, Missouri, is a historic estate designed by the famous architectural firm Maritz & Young in 1928. The mansion is situated on 4 acres with stunning views of the Mississippi River. It feels like a European Estate, but this Missouri…
11 Oldest Settlements in Missouri Every History Buff Needs to See
Step Back in Time: The Oldest Towns in Missouri to Visit Today Rank City Founding Date 1. Sainte Genevieve 1735 2. St. Louis 1764 3. St. Charles 1769 4. New Madrid 1778 5. Florissant 1786 6. Herculaneum 1808 7. Jackson 1814 8. Franklin 1816 9t. Boonville 1817 9t. Clarksville 1817 9t. Marthasville (La Charrette) 1817…
Historic Missouri Church For Sale
This landmark dates back a century and was the home of a future pope for a time If you are in the market for a large home — then how about a massive church? The property includes the Immaculate Conception Church and former rectory for $1.8-million. It’s between Compton Heights and Lafayette Square in what…
St. Louis’ Most Exclusive Neighborhoods
Missouri Mansions Series Westmoreland and Portland Place are two historic private streets located in St. Louis. These streets are known for their grand mansions and affluent residents. Westmoreland Place: Westmoreland Place is a private street situated in the Central West End neighborhood of St. Louis. It was developed in the late 19th century as an…
Things That Happened First in Missouri
Landmark Moments By Missourians Missouri may not be one of the “first” states, but we certainly have our fair share of “Firsts.” Many things were done here first because we are located west of the Mississippi River. It may sound basic, but many firsts in Missouri happened because there was not much else west of…
Top 10 Biggest Cities in Missouri
Biggest Cities in Missouri by population (2024 census estimate vs 2000 census): Here are the top 10 Biggest Cities in Missouri from the most recent census numbers in 2024. As you can see, Kansas City continues to climb while St. Louis continues to shrink. Blue Springs is the fastest growing city in Missouri right now,…
Missouri License Plate history
Missouri has a long and storied history with motor vehicles. From Route 66 cutting through the Show Me State to the old Corvette plant in north St. Louis to the massive auto plants in Kansas City, we have always had a love affair with our cars. In fact, our history with autos goes so far…
Walt Disney Chooses Orlando over Missouri
November 22nd, 1963: The United States in in shock as President John F. Kennedy is shot and killed in Dallas. That was also the day that Walt Disney flew over a vacant piece of land southwest of Orlando and proclaimed, “That’s It.” That day may have also been the day that St. Louis lost an…
Mobile Phones Debuted in Missouri
1946: Car Phones debut in Missouri A Southwestern Bell worker testing mobile telephone service in St. Louis in 1946.Courtesy of AT&T Archives and History Center Here is a piece of history that may surprise you — for a number of reasons. Firstly, most people think that the invention of mobile phones happened in the 1980s.…
Vouziers Estate: A Glimpse into Missouri’s Gilded Age
Missouri Mansions Series Slideshow images are courtesy of The Charles Trefts Collection at The State Historical Society of Missouri. The Desloge Dynasty The story of the Desloge family is one of extraordinary wealth, industrial power, political intrigue, and high society. And it is all set in Missouri. The business aspect of their story includes lead…
Best Waterfront Restaurants in Missouri – 2025
Missouri is home to some of the best restaurants in the most beautiful locations. We scoured the state, talked with food writers, and checked restaurant rankings from across the web to come up with our “Best Waterfront Restaurants in Missouri” list for 2025. We did our best to find the iconic restaurants in all parts…
Pro Baseball Players from Missouri in 2024
Missouri knows baseball. In fact, many of the biggest moments in the history of Major League Baseball have connections to the Show Me State. From the I-70 Series to the 1944 All St. Louis World Series and even the amazing history of the Negro Leagues, hundreds of Missourians have played in the MLB and our…
Route 66 History in Missouri
March 15, 1931: Celebrations in Missouri as the final section of Route 66 is paved. It was a big party in downtown Rolla as an estimated 8,000 people turned out to commemorate the completion of Route 66 across Missouri. The “Mother Road” dates back to 1922 as Route 14, but it was more of a…
Powell Hall History
January 24, 1968: Powell Hall converts from a movie theater to a Symphony Hall. The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra played its first-ever concert the night after the legendary theater was re-opened as a symphony hall. It was formerly known as St. Louis Theater, but was renamed as Powell Hall for local businessman Walter Powell when…
Brief History of St. Louis
St. Louis, Missouri, has a rich and diverse history that spans centuries. Here’s a brief overview of the history of St. Louis. Early History The area where St. Louis is located was inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Mississippian culture, prior to European exploration. In 1673, French explorers Louis Jolliet and Jacques Marquette reached…
Mizzou v. Illinois: Braggin’ Rights
December 10, 1980: The first Braggin’ Rights basketball game. The first Braggin’ Rights game was held in St. Louis between the Mizzou Tigers and the University of Illinois Fighting Illini. Although the teams have a rivalry dating back to 1932, things escalated a notch when the annual match-up moved to a neutral site midway between…
David Eckstein One-On-One
St. Louis Cardinals legend David Eckstein has one of the most amazing stories of any athlete you will ever meet. He performance in the 2006 World Series won him an MVP and made him a Missouri Legend. David and his wife, Ashley, are good friends of my family. So we did the coolest interview I’ve…
Furminator House
Missouri Mansions Series 1705 N. Woodlawn Avenue, Ladue The town of Ladue in St. Louis County is known as one of the wealthiest towns in the United States. Many of the homes are more than 10,000 square feet and sit on beautifully manicured properties. But one in particular stands out for its size and beauty.…
Current NBA Players From Missouri High Schools
Missouri has produced several talented NBA players over the past few decades. Current players like Jayson Tatum and Bradley Beal are some of the best in the league, while coaches like Tyron Lue are leading their teams to championship seasons. In fact, one of the most legendary names in the history of basketball, “Phog” Allen,…
Current NFL Players from Missouri (2023-24)
The Show Me State has a long history of producing great NFL talent. Names like Trent Green, Grant Wistrom, Jeremy Maclin, Tony Galbreath, and Andy Russell all grew up right here in Missouri. They have passed along the game to the next generation and Missouri is represented well. Here are the current NFL players from…
Most Haunted Places in Missouri
Some people believe in ghosts, others are skeptical. So finding the most haunted places in Missouri can be a difficult task, because believers of the paranormal believe they know where the most haunted places are while others will say there are NO haunted locations. So the best way to go about ranking haunted sites is…
Supermodels from Missouri
When it comes to fashion, most people don’t immediately think about the Show Me State. But when you look at Missouri’s history, you soon realize we have an high number of fashion icons from here. Here’s how I came to this realization. I was researching a recent story about the old garment district in downtown…
Missouri’s Best High Schools for Sports
Here are Missouri’s Best High Schools for Sports in 2023-24, based on data from Niche. The rankings include a number of factors, including: School City Classification 1. CBC – Christian Brothers College High School Town and Country Private-Boys 1. CBC – Christian Brothers College High School Frontenac Private-Girls 3. Rockhurst High School Kansas City Private-Boys…
Best High Schools In Missouri
A news ranking by U.S. News and World Report shows the best high schools in Missouri in 2023. They actually rank the entire country, but these are the ranking broken down by the Show Me State. Schools were evaluated and ranked based on a variety of criteria, including standardized test scores, parent and student surveys,…
The Mississippi River Monster
It was August 19, 1877 and reports of a “sea serpent” were echoing across the frontier town of St. Louis. This Mississippi River Monster was reportedly spotted in the Mississippi River by several people along the banks, so word spread fast. The story was apparently credible enough, or at least believable enough, that the St. Louis Globe Democrat even wrote a story about it later.
Tallest Skyscrapers in Missouri
A list of the tallest skyscrapers in the state of Missouri Note: The Gateway Arch in St. Louis is 630 ft tall
Top 10 Counties for Median Income in Missouri
The top counties in Missouri for median income are clustered around our major metro areas.