The Campbell House reflects high-Victorian opulence of the 1880s. Hear about Robert Campbell’s wild days in the West. Louis. Free parking.
Read his lover-filled letters to young Virginia. Witness a uniquely American story and immerse yourself in St. Built in 1851, the first house in the elegant neighborhood Lucas Place, the Campbell House was the home of renowned fur trader and entrepreneur Robert Campbell and his family from 1854 until 1938. The museum contains hundreds of original Campbell possessions including furniture, paintings
05/29/2026
Lecture at the Campbell House this Sunday, May 31st 2026, at 2 pm! Gregory Wolk talks about his new book, “John Frémonts 100 Days: Clashes and Convictions in Civil War Missouri”. The book describes the eventful 100 days in 1861 that western explorer John C. Fremont commanded the Western Department of the US Army from headquarters in St. Louis. Street parking is free on Sundays; no reservation needed! Check it out!
05/10/2026
Join Campbell House director, Andy Hahn, on a walking tour of Lucas Place, St. Louis’ first private place. This Monday, the East Lucas Place tour will visit 13th to 14th street. This Tuesday, the West Lucas Place tour will visit 15th to 16th street. You will focus on the side of the street that was lined with expensive homes. Tours last approximately 90 minutes. FREE for members, $10 for everyone else. Call us at 314-421-0325 for reservations or visit our website at:
https://campbellhousemuseum.org/event/lucas-place-walking-tours-east-and-west-2/
04/22/2026
Stop by for our Spring Members party this Sunday!! Check out the new exhibit, “Departures into Unknown Lands”, showcasing photographs and artifacts from expeditions of Europe and the Mediterranean collected by the Campbells. No reservation needed and street parking is free on Sundays . Don’t miss it!!
04/10/2026
Don't forget to mark your calendars! This Sunday, Jim "Two Crows" Wallen takes you on a journey through life in the fur trade in the 1820s and 30s. No reservation needed, and street parking is free on Sunday. Don't miss it!!
04/03/2026
‼️The Campbell House will be closed for Easter Sunday. ‼️
Something you can look forward to next Sunday, however, is our lecture “Life in the Fur Trade” presented by Jim “Two Crows” Wallen. Sunday, April 12th at 2 pm! No ticket needed and street parking is free on Sundays. For more information check out our website!
https://campbellhousemuseum.org/event/lecture-life-in-the-fur-trade/
04/01/2026
Finally! The long awaited photographs of the incredibly talented Sara Gonsales (ensembles_of_the_past) taken right here at the Campbell House by our very own Ralph Baker (rbakerphotos).
03/03/2026
We are open! The Campbell House is once again open for our regular hours. 10 am to 4 pm Wed - Sat and 12 pm - 4 pm on Sun. Feel free to stop by for one of our guided tours and check out the garden when it starts to bloom. If you want to know the latest news on the museum and upcoming events visit our website (campbellhousemuseum.org) or read our newsletter at:
https://campbellhousemuseum.org/learn/campbell-house-courier-newsletter/
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02/23/2026
Photoshoot at the Campbell House!
02/05/2026
Remember that our Free Weekend starts TOMORROW at 10 am and ends SUNDAY at 4! No reservation needed. No admission fee. Just a great time touring one of the most iconic historic homes in St. Louis.
02/02/2026
To celebrate Hazlett Campbell’s birthday (he’d be turning 163 today) we’re highlighting some details around the house we consider ✨hidden gems✨. See if you can figure out where they are. 😏
Don’t forget that THIS WEEKEND is our annual Free Weekend. Stop by any time Friday-Sunday. No reservation needed!
| Wednesday | 10am - 4pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 4pm |
| Friday | 10am - 4pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 4pm |
| Sunday | 12pm - 4pm |