A private street in north St. Louis, Lewis place was an elite white-only street, now is it the only place in the United States where African Americans own 3 continuous blocks of land.

This week's episode in on Lewis Place (the street, not the whole neighborhood).

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When we think of the American Revolutionary War, we tend to think of the eastern states— of New England. But portions of the continent beyond that played a vital role as well. The Battle of St. Louis was the western-most battle of the Revolutionary War and proved to be a pivotal battle.

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The streetcar strike of 1900 would later be known as St. Louis’s civil war. It was a battle between classes, union members versus nonunion members, the working class against the elite. The streets of St. Louis resembled something from the wild west- shootings in the street, random bombings, people being attacked for riding street cars, and to complete the scene a sheriff appointed posse attempting to gain control of the chaos. It was one of the most violent events to take place in the city. All research, editing, and production done by River City Productions for Show-Me History.

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This week's episode is about Mill Creek Valley.

Around the turn of the last century, the area between Union Station and Grand along Market Street was a bustling community. Mill Creek Valley was home to a large African American community. Victim to "urban renewal" and "slum clearance", Mill Creek Valley was razed and its residents displaced throughout the city.

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This week's episode is about the City Hospital on Lafayette Avenue.

Consisting of 18 total buildings on 10 acres of land, the old City Hospital was once the center of the city’s wellbeing but became an eyesore. Through grants, local investments, and land clearing, the complex is now thriving again.

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Picture it, an affluent suburb in western St. Louis County. What appears to be a walking and bike path in the middle of a park transforms at night. An eerie old road haunted by ghosts of days gone by. Or so the legend goes…

This week on Show-Me History we discuss the Zombie Road.

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This week on Show-Me History, we're discussing "The Hill".

The Hill is a charming and historic neighborhood in St. Louis, renowned for its rich Italian-American heritage and vibrant culinary scene. Known as the city's "Little Italy," The Hill boasts a variety of authentic Italian restaurants, bakeries, and specialty shops that draw visitors and locals alike. Its streets are lined with quaint, well-maintained homes and adorned with Italian flags, reflecting the strong cultural pride of the community. The neighborhood is also the birthplace of several notable figures, including baseball legends Yogi Berra and Joe Garagiola. Whether you're savoring a plate of pasta, exploring its history, or enjoying a leisurely walk, The Hill offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere with a distinctively European charm.

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Vexillophiles rejoice! In this episode of Show-Me History, we explore the evolution of St. Louis's municipal flag. Initially, the city struggled to adopt a flag, with early designs rejected due to their unpopularity. A revised flag was created and is now ranked among the top five city flags in the U.S., and in 2020, it won a global contest for best municipal flag.

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