Banking a ball off the brick and limestone of St. Louis requires a steady eye and a bit of luck. This round uses the real city as a map, with the ball rolling across actual streets. The holes are built directly from local attractions, ending at landmarks like the Gateway Arch. A full eighteen holes cover a 6.3 mi walk. Skip knows these sidewalks well and is the local guide.
Let me show you the Enterprise Center, an arena located in downtown St. Louis, Missouri. Designed by architect Ellerbe Becket, this multi-purpose indoor venue has a capacity of 18,096 seats. It is a busy spot in the city, hosting about 175 events in a typical year. While the St. Louis Blues of the National Hockey League are the primary tenants, the venue also brings in a wide variety of non-team acts. As of 2017, it has fallen into the upper sixties in Pollstar's ranking of arenas worldwide for tickets sold to those non-team events. I've noticed the energy here is always high when the crowds arrive.
You can pick out the Federal architecture style immediately upon arriving at the Campbell House Museum. This house is a National Register of Historic Places listed place and was designated a City of St. Louis Landmark in 1946. Before it opened on February 6, 1943, the building was documented as part of the Historic American Buildings Survey between 1936 and 1941. In 2000, the museum became a National Trust for Historic Preservation Save America's Treasures project. I find the clean lines of the facade quite calming compared to the usual city bustle.
This isn't your typical quiet gallery of paintings. City Museum is a privately owned and operated museum located in the Washington Avenue Loft District of St. Louis, Missouri. Instead of traditional displays, the exhibits consist largely of repurposed architectural and industrial objects. It is housed in the former International Shoe building. Premier Parks LLC, based in Oklahoma City, acquired the museum in January 2019. I've seen some strange things from the air, but this place is a real maze of metal and imagination.
Located in St. Louis, the Centenary Methodist Episcopal Church is a church building. It is a National Register of Historic Places listed place, which is noted for its Gothic Revival style. The building was constructed in 1869 and was designed by architect Thomas Dixon. Visitors can observe the specific architectural details that characterize the Gothic Revival movement in this historic site, which was officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1997.
The architecture of Christ Church Cathedral was created by Leopold Eidlitz. This Episcopal cathedral for the Diocese of Missouri is located at 1210 Locust Street in St. Louis. Built during 1859–67, the cathedral is recognized for its historical significance. The site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1994. The cathedral is currently led by the Very Reverend Kathie Adams-Shepherd, who is the first female dean of this cathedral.
The National Blues Museum was a music museum in St. Louis, Missouri, dedicated to exploring the history and impact of the blues. It functioned as an entertainment and educational resource for the public, though it is now a defunct museum. While it was open, you could visit a rotating collection of exhibits or attend live performances held in the Lumiere Place Legends room. The non-profit museum also made its space available for private events. I always liked how the music seemed to echo through the neighborhood.
The Old Courthouse began in 1864 and is a National Register of Historic Places contributing property. For three decades, from 1864 to 1894, it was the tallest habitable building in Missouri. It was built as a combination federal and state courthouse here in St. Louis. Today, the National Park Service operates the site for events and historical exhibits, and the building is part of Gateway Arch National Park. I've seen a lot of fancy nests in my time, but the architecture here is a real standout.
The Gateway Arch is a National Memorial of the United States located in St. Louis. This site is recognized as a National Register of Historic Places listed place and is part of a national park of the United States. The inception of the Gateway Arch was in 1935. It is a major landmark that attracts 2,016,180 annual visitors who come to see the structure and the surrounding grounds of the park.
Let me show you Kiener Plaza, which is a public park located in downtown St. Louis, Missouri. When you visit, you can pick out the park's boundaries, as it is bordered by Broadway and 7th Street on the east and west. To the north and south, the park is bounded by Chestnut and Market streets. This urban park is also part of the Gateway Mall. I've found it is a great place to stop and look around while you are exploring the downtown area, provided you don't mind a few of us pigeons hanging around.
The Basilica of Saint Louis, King of France is built in the Greek Revival architecture style. This Catholic church in St. Louis, Missouri, is colloquially known as the Old Cathedral and is named for King Louis IX of France. Construction on the building was started in 1834. Until 1844, it served as the only parish church in St. Louis. It is one of two Catholic basilicas in the city and was formerly the Cathedral of Saint Louis.
You are not looking at the first Catholic house of worship in St. Louis. This is St. Mary of Victories Church, which was the second Catholic church built in the city. Established in 1843, the building was designed by architect George I. Barnett. It is located in the Kosciusko neighborhood south of the Gateway Arch. Because of its history and design, it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This Catholic church remains a significant part of the local architecture in the south end of the city.
Saint Raymond Maronite Cathedral was started in 1975. Located in St. Louis, Missouri, United States, the building is constructed in the Byzantine Revival architecture style. This cathedral is a Maronite Catholic co-cathedral and serves as the seat of the Eparchy of Our Lady of Lebanon of Los Angeles. The structure is an important site for the Maronite community, blending specific architectural traditions with its role as a religious center in the region.
Busch Stadium is a baseball venue located in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. It is the home of Major League Baseball's St. Louis Cardinals and was designed by the architect Populous. When you visit, you can pick out a total seating capacity of 44,383 people. I've seen plenty of folks crowding in here for the big games, filling every corner of the stands. This current structure replaced the old Busch Memorial Stadium to provide a new space for the city's baseball fans to gather and watch their team play.
Between Eighth, Tenth, Market, and Chestnut streets, you will find the art and greenery of Citygarden. This sculpture garden is located in the Gateway Mall area of St. Louis, Missouri. While the City of St. Louis owns the park, the Gateway Foundation handles the maintenance to keep the space tidy. It is a great spot to stretch your legs and look at some art while you are downtown. I've found that the open layout makes it easy to wander through without feeling trapped by the city traffic.
Memorial Plaza is a public park located in the Downtown West neighborhood of St. Louis, Missouri. Established in 1932, the space makes up the center section of the Gateway Mall. You can find the park extending from Tucker Boulevard to 18th Street between Market and Chestnut streets. It is a place of remembrance that contains memorials honoring St. Louis veterans of World War I, World War II, and the Korean and Vietnam wars. These memorials are positioned within the park to honor those who served in these conflicts.
Look for the massive seating bowl of Energizer Park, a 22,423-seat soccer-specific stadium. It is located next to Union Station in the Downtown West neighborhood of St. Louis, Missouri. Designed by the architect HOK, the venue was completed in November 2022. It serves as the home for both St. Louis City SC and St. Louis City 2 of MLS Next Pro. You might remember it being called CityPark before the name change. I've seen plenty of excited fans flocking to this spot on match days.
The Scott Joplin House is a historic house museum located at 2658 Delmar Boulevard in St. Louis, Missouri. This residence was the home of composer Scott Joplin from 1901 to 1903. Today, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources maintains the house and its surroundings as a state historic site. While the building has a long history, the inception of the Scott Joplin House as a museum was in 1983. I've noticed the neighborhood has a great energy for a stroll, making it a pleasant spot to stop and admire the architecture.
The founders established this congregation as the Second African Baptist Church in 1846. Now known as Central Baptist Church, it is a Protestant church building located in St. Louis, Missouri. The site is a place of worship that provides a direct connection to the religious history of the region. You can see the architecture of the building and understand its role as a long-standing spiritual center within the local community.