Bellefontaine Cemetery in St. Louis
Wheelchair accessible
The first rural cemetery west of the Mississippi is home to the elaborate tombs of St. Louis' local beer barons.

πŸ“œ Historic rural cemetery and Level III Accredited Arboretum, founded in 1849.
πŸ” Home to architecturally significant monuments and mausoleums.

Why Go

🍺 Explore elaborate tombs of St. Louis' beer pioneers (Anheuser, Busch, Lemp families)
πŸ›οΈ Discover architecturally significant mausoleums, including Louis Sullivan's Wainwright Tomb
🌳 Wander through 314 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds with champion trees and diverse plant species
πŸ“œ Visit the final resting places of notable figures like William Clark and William S. Burroughs
πŸŽ“ Attend free horticultural and historic educational programs, including tours and lectures

Tips

πŸ—ΊοΈ Maps and guided tour details are available on the cemetery's website
🐾 Pets are welcome but must be on a leash
🚢 Explore 14 miles of roadways by foot, car, bicycle, or trolley; self-guided tour maps are available

Hours

πŸ•’ Daily, 8 AM to 4:30 PM, year-round

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

Main entrance on West Florissant Avenue, just after Shreve Avenue and before Kingshighway

β™Ώ Wheelchair

Accessible restrooms and interpretive trails are being installed

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