Teens and Tweens

Candlelight Tours of Thornhill

Enjoy a beautiful candlelight tour of the historic Thornhill House in Faust Park.

Thornhill is the original estate of Missouri's second governor Frederick Bates. During these self-guided tours, the customs of the 1820s will surround guests, along with historically dressed docents. 

Admission is $8 for adults, and $5 for children ages 4 to 12. Children younger than 4 are free.

Dec. 9 at 6 p.m. and Dec. 10 at 5 p.m.

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The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane

See the life-changing adventure of Edward Tulane, a toy that cares for noone but himself but eventually learns what it means to love others, live on stage at the Missouri History Museum. The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane is produced by Metro Theater Company. Save 20% on afternoon performances Dec. 26-30 with our promo code!

 

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Opera on the GO! Sensory Friendly Program

Join Opera Theatre of Saint Louis for a fun, engaging 70 minutes of movement and stage makeup workshops, both with audience participation, followed by an abbreviated performance of Gilbert and Sullivan's hilarious The Pirates of Pemzance tailored to kids with sound sensitivities.

 

 

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Get Hopping Easter Egg Hunt
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Hop on over to Des Peres Park for the annual Easter Egg Hunt, where your kids can meet the Easter Bunny and have their picture taken with him. The event is free. 

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