Welcome to the Webster Groves Historical Society's web site. Here you'll find information regarding the Hawken House Museum, our Society and Webster Groves, Missouri history.
The Return of the Antique Show
Willowrush Promotions has changed the name of its St. Louis area show to reflect a new affiliation. The show has been rechristened the Missouri Heritage Art & Antique Show Benefiting the Christopher Hawken House. This year’s show will be June 28-29, again at the Greensfelder Recreation Complex at Queeny County Park in Ballwin, Missouri.
By partnering with Willowrush Promotions, Webster Groves Historical Society, which operates the Hawken House Museum, returns to the Gateway City’s antique show scene.
“This organization held a wonderful country show for many years. The person who managed the show died a few years ago and they quit having it,” said Don Orwig of Willowrush Promotions. “It was always a fabulous show that everyone looked forward to, and all at once they didn’t have anyone to run it so they stopped doing it. There will be a lot of people who will remember the Webster Groves Antique Show,” he said.
Orwig said that the name change also reflects a shift in the show’s country focus to a wider selection of high quality antiques and fine art. The show will feature 70 select dealers from across the nation. Orwig anticipates the quality of merchandise at the Missouri Heritage Antique Show will be comparable to that of the Methodist Hospital antique show in Indianapolis.
The Missouri Heritage Antique Show Benefiting the Christopher Hawken House
Greensfelder Recreation Complex
550 Weidman Road
Ballwin, MO.
The show runs Saturday, June 28, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, June 29, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $6. For information go to www.willowrush.com or phone (260) 925-4689.
Grand Opening of the Cooper Lane Gift Shop
Since January the gift shop committee has been planning the renovation and eventual grand opening of our new gift shop. The shop will feature paintings by local artists Marilynne Bradley, Mary Beth Flynn and Michelle Wells, ceramics by Mary Ann Swaine, jewelry by Lisa Cox, jewelry and handmade soaps by Charity Fedde and knitted accessories by Pat Dorsey. It’s the place to purchase Webster Groves Pottery too! The Cooper Lane Gift Shop is located on the lower level of the Hawken House.
Next time you're in the neighborhood, stop by and see the newest gift shop in Webster. Hours are Tuesday & Thursday - 11:00 am to 3:30 PM , Sunday - 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm.
As a special item, the Society is offering this unique afgan.
The Webster Groves Historical Society Afghan
All cotton 2-layer 48” by 68”
* Hunter/Cream
* Cranberry/Cream
Call 968-1857 to order yours today!
$40.00
The Hearth Room
We are excited to announce that the Webster Groves History Center (Barn) has just been given a facelift! The new ‘Hearth Room’ reflects a warm and cozy gathering place for wedding receptions, bridal showers, birthday, business meetings and family functions.
The Hearth Room's enhancements feature a traditional colonial style with new moldings, casings, fireplace mantle and has WiFi available for business use. We invite you to stop in and admire our recent renovation.
If you are looking for a unique setting for your next planned event, please contact Ginger Riordan at 314 968-1776 for an appointment.
100 Year History of the Turkey Day Game Book
Shawn Greene has written a wonderful book describing the history of the Webster - Kirkwood Turkey Day Game. 2007 marks the 100th year of this long-standing, high school rivalry. The book is on sale now. LEARN MORE
Docents
We need docents for the Hawken House Museum. If you would like to learn about local history, enjoy talking to people, and have some free time - volunteer. It's very rewarding. Just contact Betty Ward, 314 968-1857.
Membership
As one can see there is a lot happening in Webster Groves and with the Historical Society. If you are concerned about what is going on in our community, from a historical perspective, and want to get involved in any of our ongoing projects - join our board. The more people we have active in our organization the bigger difference we can make in preserving the historical integrity of our fine community. Want to take a more passive approach? Become a member and your member ship fee will help fund future projects like the popular Historic Walk Series.
Sewing Guild Forming
The Webster Groves Historical Society is forming a sewing guild. This guild will be creating christening dresses that will only be available at The Hawken House Gift Shop. The gowns will be reproduction dresses of the Hawken House antique christening dresses from the 1800’s. Machine and hand sewing, embroidering, tatting, smocking, crocheting, knitting and other sewing skills are welcome and needed. Please call Christine Mindak at 962-6355 for more information.