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Special Event

Event

150 Years of Henry Shaw

Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site

Fee:

Free.

Location:

Visitor center theater

Dates & Times

Date:

Saturday, April 27, 2019

Time:

10:00 AM, 1:00 PM

Duration:

1 hour

Type of Event

Living History
Talk

About 1 hour

Description

First-person, dramatic program by Barnes M. Bradshaw. 150 Years ago this week, (on May 3rd, 1819) Henry Shaw stepped of the steamship Maid of Orleans and onto the St. Louis Riverfront beginning a journey of nearly 70 years as a businessman and philanthropist. On the anniversary of his 50th year here, 1869, the local elite and business community threw him a celebratory ball to commemorate the event, and you are invited to join us! This program is a costumed presentation presented by Barnes M. Bradshaw of Historically Speaking. 

Reservation or Registration: Yes

Free reservations required. Please call 314-842-1867 x230

Image Gallery

Sepia-tone image of an older Henry Shaw in dark suit and tie, with a stocking cap.
Sepia-tone image of an older Henry Shaw in dark suit and tie, with a stocking cap.
Henry Shaw, Age 85, circa 1855
Public Domain
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