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Exhibits on Display
The Organ
The organ originated with a local St. Louis family who was involved in the early beginnings of the Church of Christ. However, the organ found its way all the way to Ithaca, New York. Now, thanks to the generous donation from the Fowler family, the organ has made its way home to the St. Louis Area Historical Society where it will be on display for the foreseeable future.
Next time you are at the Historical Society, be sure to check out this hidden gem and learn more about its origins!
Great work to St. Louis Area Historical Society President, Judy Root, for making this happen!
The Depot Station
The St. Louis Historical Society resides on the site of the local depot station.
The location used to be a passenger stop; however, has since been decommissioned.
At the museum, you are free to go in and out of the depot building.
The Toll Booth
Located just outside our Transportation Pavilion. This Toll Booth (or the original) used to sit on the corner of Croswell Rd and M-46 (Monroe Rd). Before asphalt, they would use planks to construct roads. The planks required more upkeep then is necessary today. So, Booths like this were common. People were charged around $0.10 per horse.
You can visit the Toll Booth at any time. This artifact is located behind the Transportation Pavilion. There is an informational sign next to it offering more information. Feel free to take pictures inside and outside the building!
Artifacts
Some of the artifacts from the Park Hotel are held by the St Louis Historical Society.
They are at the museum (depot).
The desk bell in the front with some of the Jadeite dishes used at the Hotel in the background.
The clock that was in the lobby for many years shows not only time but month and day.
It found its way home from New Hampshire through the nephew of Jimmy Stafford, long time manager of the Hotel.
Visit the museum to see the wide array of artifacts and unique displays! The is so much more to see!
Annual Events
Strawberry Shortcake Sales
Each year, we sell strawberry shortcakes to raise funds for the museum. Cakes can be ordered at the Farmers Market.
Membership Events
Our monthly meetings are often more than just covering the basics. We try to offer new and unique events each month.
Showcases/Lectures
It is very common to have special exhibits or guests speakers out to the museum. Follow along for more event showings!
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St. Louis History Books
St. Louis boasts three incredible history books still in print. St. Louis history was captured and put to paper by David McMacken, a local who was inspired by the city's rich history. If you are looking to learn more about the area, these are the perfect take home option!
Pick up your set for $10 per book at the following locations:
A Pictorial History of St. Louis
"The earliest settlement near what would become St. Louis, Michigan, was the Indian village on the banks of the Pine River about two miles downstream (north) of the future site of St. Louis."
The Saratoga of the West
"Soon after its discovery in 1869, the Magnetic Mineral Spring in St. Louis, Michigan, took the nickname, 'The Saratoga of the West.'"
St. Louis at 150
"It has been 150 years since Joseph Clapp came from Ohio, tramped through the Gratiot wilderness, and decided to settle on the banks of the Pine River at the site that would become the City of St. Louis."
Roots
The following historical content provides information about St. Louis. Michigan and surrounding areas. Click the links below to learn more, or go to the roots page.
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