Chatillon-DeMenil Mansion: A Glimpse into St. Louis's French Past
Step back in time at this beautifully preserved Greek Revival mansion, showcasing St. Louis's French heritage and Victorian life.
The Chatillon-DeMenil Mansion, a beautifully restored Greek Revival house museum in St. Louis's Benton Park, offers a glimpse into the lives of the city's early French settlers and Victorian society. Built in two phases, it showcases the stories of fur traders, physicians, and prominent St. Louis families.
A brief summary to Chatillon-DeMenil Mansion
- 3352 Demenil Pl, St. Louis, Benton Park, Missouri, 63118, US
- +1314-771-5828
- Visit website
Local tips
- Check the mansion's website for special events and tour schedules, as they vary throughout the year.
- Street parking is available on DeMenil and Cherokee Streets.
- The mansion is closed in January and February.
Getting There
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Walking
From the intersection of Cherokee Street and Jefferson Avenue, walk east on Cherokee Street towards DeMenil Place. Turn right onto DeMenil Place and walk south for approximately one block. The Chatillon-DeMenil Mansion will be on your left. This is a straightforward walk through the historic Cherokee Street Antique Row.
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Public Transport
The #73 MetroBus route has stops along Gravois Ave, a short walk from the Mansion. From downtown St. Louis, take the #73 bus south. Get off at the Gravois Ave and Compton Ave stop. Walk south on Compton Ave, then turn left on Cherokee St, then left again on DeMenil Place. The Mansion will be on your left. A single ride on MetroBus is $2.
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Driving
From I-55, take the Cherokee Street exit and head east. Continue on Cherokee Street until you reach DeMenil Place. Turn right onto DeMenil Place, and the Chatillon-DeMenil Mansion will be on your left. Street parking is available on DeMenil and Cherokee Streets. Parking is free. Be aware that parking can be limited during peak hours and special events.
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