Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum, St. Louis

Name: Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum
Address: 1 Brookings Dr, St. Louis, 63130, United States
Telephone: +1 314-935-4523

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Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum, St. Louis

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The Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum is an art museum located on the campus of Washington University in St. Louis, within the university's Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts. Founded in 1881 as the St. Louis School and Museum of Fine Arts, it was initially located in downtown St. Louis. It is the oldest art museum west of the Mississippi River. The Museum holds 19th-, 20th-, and 21st-century European and American paintings, sculptures, prints, installations, and photographs. The collection also includes some Egyptian and Greek antiquities and Old Master prints. ()

Coordinates: 38°38'50"N, 90°18'10"W

Address

1 Brookings DrSkinker DeBaliviere Historic DistrictSt. Louis 63130 United States

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+1 314-935-4523

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Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Forest Park, The Pageant, Saint Louis Art Museum, Saint Louis Zoo.

1.2 miSE
Sprawling historic public space
Forest Park, St. Louis
31 min walk • Forest Park, a verdant oasis in the heart of St. Louis, United States, is not only a park but a cultural and recreational hub that spans 1,371 acres. Opened in 1876, it is one of the largest urban parks in the country, surpassing even New York's Central Park in size.
0.6 miNE
Dancing, Nightlife
The Pageant, St. Louis
17 min walk • The Pageant, nestled in the vibrant Delmar Loop area of St. Louis, United States, is a renowned concert nightclub that has become a staple of the city's music and entertainment scene. Since opening its doors in October 2000, this mid-sized venue has earned a reputation...
0.7 miSE
Wide-ranging art exhibits
Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis
18 min walk • Nestled in the heart of St. Louis's verdant Forest Park, the Saint Louis Art Museum is a beacon of culture and a testament to the city's commitment to the arts. With its grand neoclassical architecture, the museum, founded in 1879, stands as a proud guardian of...
1 miSE
Free zoo with large mammals and penguins
Saint Louis Zoo, St. Louis
27 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Forest Park in St. Louis, Missouri, the Saint Louis Zoo stands as a beacon of wildlife conservation and family entertainment. With its roots stretching back to the 1904 World's Fair, this historic institution has grown into one of the most...
0.7 miSE
Monuments and statues
Apotheosis of St. Louis, St. Louis
18 min walk • Standing sentinel at the entrance to the Saint Louis Art Museum, the Apotheosis of St. Louis is a commanding statue that captures the essence of the city's rich history and cultural pride. Created by the renowned sculptor Charles Henry Niehaus, this bronze figure...
0.9 miE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Missouri History Museum, St. Louis
24 min walk • Nestled in the heart of St. Louis' vibrant Forest Park, the Missouri History Museum stands as a proud custodian of the region's past. This esteemed institution is dedicated to sharing the rich tapestry of Missouri's history through a wide array of exhibits, educational...
0.6 miN
Street, Nightlife, Dancing
Delmar Loop, St. Louis
16 min walk • Nestled in the heart of St. Louis, the Delmar Loop is a vibrant, bustling entertainment district renowned for its eclectic mix of culture, dining, shopping, and nightlife. Encompassing a six-block stretch of Delmar Boulevard, this energetic corridor is often referred...
1 miSE
Zoo
Bayer Insectarium, St. Louis
27 min walk • The Bayer Insectarium is an insectarium located within the Saint Louis Zoo in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Having opened in 2000 and designed by David Mason & Associates with a cost of $4 million, this 9,000 square feet facility houses educational exhibits and an active breeding and research facility.
0.8 miSW
Universities and schools
Fontbonne University, St. Louis
21 min walk • Fontbonne University is a private Roman Catholic university in Clayton, Missouri. It enrolled 1,199 students in 2019. Fontbonne is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and it offers undergraduate, master's, and doctoral degree programs.
1.2 miSE
Park, Playground
Turtle Park, St. Louis
31 min walk • Turtle Park is a sculpture park located at the southern edge of Forest Park in St. Louis, Missouri at the intersection of Oakland Avenue and Tamm Avenue. The park contains seven concrete turtles and one snake. The turtles were designed and sculpted by Bob Cassilly and the park opened in August 1996.
0.5 miS
Neighbourhood
Wydown/Skinker, St. Louis
14 min walk • Wydown/Skinker is a neighborhood in St. Louis, Missouri. Washington University in St. Louis is located just north of this neighborhood. The neighborhood is bounded by the city limits on the west, Forsyth Boulevard on the north, Forest Park on the east and Clayton Avenue on the south.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum open?

Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 11 am - 5 pm
Thursday 11 am - 5 pm
Friday 11 am - 5 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum?

Nearby attractions include Brookings Hall, St. Louis (4 min walk), Crow Observatory, St. Louis (5 min walk), Olin Library, St. Louis (8 min walk), Wydown-Forsyth District, St. Louis (9 min walk).

How to get to Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum:

Bus

Skinker at Brookings • Lines: 5 (3 min walk)
Forsyth at Hoyt WB • Lines: 5 (3 min walk)

Light rail

Skinker • Lines: Blue (6 min walk)
University City-Big Bend • Lines: Blue (19 min walk)

Tram

City Limit • Lines: Loop Trolley (16 min walk)
The Pageant • Lines: Loop Trolley (16 min walk)

Train

River's Edge Station (28 min walk)
4D Theater Stop (28 min walk)