Webster Groves Historical Society

06/07/2026

Due to the forecast of a day of rain on Monday, June 8, the Hawken House concert has been moved to Monday, June 15. We will see you there!

06/01/2026

Our website needs some updating! Is anyone able to help us?

Please email [email protected]

The Hawken House is open for tours by reservation only. Please contact the Hawken House Manager by email at [email protected] to make arrangements.

05/07/2026

MAY 7th IS GIVE STL DAY!
I’m reaching out to invite you to be part of something meaningful—preserving a historic property that tells an important story in our community.

The Historic Hawken House Museum is more than just a building—it’s a living connection to our past. From its architecture to the stories held within its walls, it reflects the people, culture, and moments that shaped who we are today. But like many historic places, it needs care and support to remain standing for future generations.

We are currently working to install a new roof, gutters, window ledges, and clean up all of the gardens and we cannot do it without help from people who value history and community.

Your gift will support the efforts of this mostly volunteer organization and we are grateful for your donation and support.

Thank you for helping keep history alive!

When the Webster Groves Historical Society was incorporated on March 31, 1965 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, its initial goal was to save the 1867 home of Christopher and Mary Ann Eades Hawken, which was facing demolition. Today, the beautifully restored Hawken...

05/02/2026

Beautiful day weeding and mulching the front gardens of the Historic Hawken House Museum today with the https://gatewaymetaldetectingclub.com/
If you would like to volunteer your time, please message on Facebook or email [email protected]

03/11/2026

Great job by the Kirkwood Historical Society:

https://www.timesnewspapers.com/webster-kirkwoodtimes/kirkwood-history-the-hill-family-gathers-at-mudd-s-grove/article_84a14803-bbe3-4e58-9f94-5540b2851e5a.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawQeqkRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeVa5VWz02iQFcpGt-lbCXm_nCv2FEFowV45ZyqeTOeWi3OM97mO749218AeM_aem_Y20VNfZ6T6CL_UZXPwp0zA

Last Saturday was a reunion of sorts for one family with Kirkwood roots.

03/06/2026

FROBACK FRIDAY: We conclude the 1986-87 season with this Class 4A Sectional against Beaumont:

This film was recorded on VHS tape and donated by Coach Tim Moore. This game is Webster Groves vs Beaumont at University of Missouri-St. Louis for the Class...

03/05/2026

THROWBACK THURSDAY: In celebration of Webster Groves playing the semifinal of the Class 5 District playoff tonight, here is the championship game from 39 years ago:

This film was recorded on VHS tape and donated by Coach Tim Moore. This game was Webster Groves vs Sumner for the Class 4A District 3 championship at Robert...

03/05/2026

WAY LONG AGO WEDNESDAY: After this game, two more remain of the 1986-87 season, which are the playoffs. Enjoy Ladue at Webster Groves.

This film was recorded on VHS tape and donated by Coach Tim Moore. This game was Webster Groves vs Ladue at Roberts Gym, Webster Groves. Support of digiti...

03/04/2026

TOO LONG AGO TUESDAY: As we wrap up the 1986-87 basketball season, our next finished film is the game against Parkway West:

This film was recorded on VHS tape and donated by Coach Tim Moore. This game was Webster Groves vs Parkway West at Parkway West. Support of digitization a...

03/03/2026

MOONS AGO MONDAY: The Webster Groves Historical Society continues its digitization of the 1986-87 basketball season. The latest mastering is the game between Webster and Kirkwood:

This film was recorded on VHS tape and donated by Coach Tim Moore. This game was Webster Groves vs Kirkwood at Kirkwood. Support of digitization at the We...