The best arts & culture spots in St. Louis County

“Restored, furnished Federal-style home built in 1808 offering tours & a gift shop on scenic grounds.”

“Long-standing 105-acre outdoor park filled with contemporary art that hosts concerts & events.”

“Hawken House, an elegant Federal/Greek Revival farmhouse preserved by the Webster Groves Historical Society, offers docent-led tours that make local history feel like your own backyard. Line up a $5 visit, or keep it in mind for the Hearth Room when celebrations need extra historic charm.”

From the Kirkwood newsletter, September 10, 2026

“Central Art is the kind of gallery you duck into for ten minutes and leave thirty later, still thinking about texture, color, and that one piece you didn’t expect to like. Low pressure, high inspiration, and comfortably close to home.”

From the Wildwood newsletter, October 8, 2026

“TOC Artwork turns blank walls into conversation starters, whether you need a standout lobby painting, hundreds of room-ready reproductions, or a custom sculpture that actually stops people.”

From the Wildwood newsletter, September 23, 2026

“Fine Art Limited delivers big-name artists right here in Chesterfield with originals, limited editions, posters, photography, and a serious sculpture scene, featuring names like Warhol, Dalí, Rockwell, and Lichtenstein.”

From the Chesterfield newsletter, September 24, 2026

“Family-owned for over 75 years, Norton's Fine Art & Framing handles custom frames, mats, and restoration with the kind of steady hands you want near heirlooms. Bonus for art lovers, the gallery is hosting the St. Louis Watercolor Society’s “Wild Splendor” right now.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, October 6, 2026

“For anyone refreshing a home, office, or community space, Morse Fine Art Studios Inc brings decades of know-how to original paintings, fine art photography, limited editions, plus art visioning and public art planning, with co-owners Stuart and Stacey Morse creating pieces that actually fit the space, so your walls…”

From the Chesterfield newsletter, September 30, 2026

“Bruno David Gallery keeps Clayton's contemporary scene lively with smart, tightly curated shows across painting, installations and other contemporary works, plus artist studio visits and a deep catalog of publications.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, September 1, 2026

“Hiding in plain sight, The Sutter-Meyer Society, Inc. keeps University City’s oldest building, a historic farmhouse, alive with a cozy period room, neighborhood stories, and low-key events that make history feel neighborly. It’s a tiny time machine for locals who like their nostalgia with real floorboards.”

From the University City newsletter, September 18, 2026

“Gallery showcasing works by local artists and offering classes for all ages.”

“Commemorative exhibits honoring the Civil War in an historic 1905 former post exchange for soldiers.”

“National Museum of Transportation is the low-key weekend win, with more than 190 major rail and transit exhibits and what is recognized as the world’s largest transportation vehicle collection.”

From the Chesterfield newsletter, October 8, 2026

“Whether you’re brand-new or reliving your recital-era glory, St Louis Academy of Dance has classes for ages 3 through adult, all levels, and extras like master classes and the STL Rhythm Collaborative. Summer classes are rolling now, plus real stage time with Showtime, Choreography Showcase and Pazazz Performers.”

From the Chesterfield newsletter, August 13, 2026