Greenwood Cemetery Preservation Association Gala
Join in a night of celebration at the Missouri History Museum to honor the 150th Anniversary and legacy of Greenwood Cemetery.
Historic Greenwood Cemetery:
Greenwood Cemetery was organized in 1874 to serve the needs of the growing black population of post-civil war St. Louis and St. Louis County. It was the first commercial non-sectarian cemetery for African Americans in the St Louis metropolitan area. More than 50,000 Africans Americans are buried within Greenwood’s 31.85 acres. Greenwood Cemetery was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 26, 2004. In 2016, was placed on the St Louis County Historic Landmarks and most recently bestowed the honor of being listed on the National Underground Railway Network to Freedom in September 2023. On January 15, 2024, was given the Rosa L. Park Award for Meritorious Service to the Community.
After historic flooding in St. Louis and vandalism, Greenwood Cemetery recently experienced extensive damage to grounds, headstones, structures, and roadways. Help with the continuing efforts by donating today. We appreciate the continuous support from all of our Greenwood friends and family.
Help Make a Difference
For tickets & more information: greenwoodstl.org
Event Properties
Event Date | 10-19-2024 6:30 pm |
Event End Date | 10-19-2024 9:30 pm |
Location | Missouri History Museum |