Old Courthouse

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Top 2% of attractions in Saint Louis
8 / 10

4 expert reviews

“The Old Courthouse takes visitors on a captivating trip through St. Louis' timeline. ”

– Atlas Obscura

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"Facing the Gateway Arch, this 1845 courthouse is where the famed Dred Scott slavery case was first tried. Galleries depict the trial's history, as well as that of the city." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"St. Louis' historic Greek Revival courthouse was completed in the 1860s with the addition of a cast-iron dome in the Italian Renaissance style." Full review
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"Gateway Arch ticketing center located in the Old Courthouse during construction project." Full review