St. Louis
Brunch in the Central West End entertainment district of St. Louis; (c) Soul Of America
As the historic Gateway to the West, St. Louis has an iconic arch, national historic sites, Black heritage sites, many general attractions, and a fantastic city park. You just have to carefully navigate it.
History
With the Missouri Compromise of 1820, Missouri was admitted into the Union as a slave state
Cultural Sites
Blacks in Flight murals a perfect way to great Black travelers to the city’s airport
Restaurants
Jazz St Louis a a must visit for Old School Jazz
Don’t miss the annual Annie Malone Parade in St. Louis; (c) Soul Of America
Barbecue & Soul Food Cuisines
The city’s Barbecue & Soul Food is recognized & praised nationwide by foodies
Shops & Galleries
A listing update is coming in April 2025
Innkeepers
Visit Central West End Bed & Breakfast a remarkable inn and even better service
General Attractions
When opened in 1965, Gateway Arch was the nation’s tallest man-made monument
Josephine Baker star on Walk of Fame; (c) St. Louis CVB
The Arts
Fox Theatre fit the opulence and attitudes of movie moguls in the 1920s
Historic Sites
A national decision at the Old Courthouse played a leading role towards the Civil War
Places of Worship
Though elegant in a way, First Baptist Church is built to stand centuries in service of worship
Birth to R&B
The city is in a battle with Memphis for Bragging rights about who birthed the Blues and R&B
Blacks in Flight mural at the airport; (c) Soul Of America
Family Attractions
Jefferson National Expansion Memorial celebrates America’s expansion the West
The Ville
The Ville is not St. Louis’ earliest Black community, but it is the most cherished
Scott Joplin & Ragtime
Ragtime represented the amalgamation of a classical trained pianist with new waterfront rhythms
Katherine Dunham
Dancer, choreographer, teacher, activist, anthropologist, artist, author and more
Enthralled with a sea lion watching him at the St. Louis Zoo
From Josephine Baker to current stars
As a teenager, Freda Jospehine McDonald became a professional dancer and singer
Trivia & Famous Residents
Where would the Jazz World be without the incredible Miles Davis
Alton
Birthplace of the tallest man in North America