Carondelet Historical Society 6303 Michigan Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63111

The Carondelet Historical Society, located at 6303 Michigan Avenue in St. Louis, Missouri, is a museum dedicated to preserving and presenting the heritage of Carondelet. The museum features various exhibits, including a "Heritage Room" showcasing domestic furnishings from the 19th to early 20th centuries, a "Memory Lane Room" displaying toys, tools, and consumer goods, and many other smaller exhibits throughout the building.

The institution also houses the Fred Bouchein Research Library, which contains records of the village of Carondelet, city directories, microfilms of local newspapers, books on St. Louis and Missouri history, early maps, and more. The building itself, the historic Des Peres School, was established in 1873 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Visitors can explore the site of the first public kindergarten in the United States, as well as view memorabilia from Cleveland High School. The Carondelet Historical Society is committed to perpetuating the heritage of the Carondelet community, which was formerly an independent village, town, and city and is now a neighborhood of St. Louis.

The institution is 100% wheelchair accessible, with a wheelchair lift and elevator that goes to all three floors. The Carondelet Historical Society is supported by volunteers, donations, and membership dues. Those interested in becoming a member or volunteering can find more information on their website or by contacting them directly.