Jewel Box - St. Louis, Missouri
Posted by: Groundspeak Charter Member BruceS
N 38° 38.096 W 090° 16.826
15S E 736717 N 4279775
Historic Art Deco styled greenhouse located in St. Louis' Forest Park.
Waymark Code: WM30Y6
Location: Missouri, United States
Date Posted: 01/22/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member silverquill
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The Jewel Box was dedicated Nov. 14, 1936 and cost about $117,000. The greenhouse was partially funded by a Works Progress Administration (WPA) grant. The greenhouse was designed by City Engineer William C. E. Becker in an Art Deco style. The greenhouse continues as a operating greenhouse and hosts several different shows a year and is a popular site for weddings and receptions. The Jewel Box has recently undergone a $3.5 million renovation and is open to visitors. The Jewel Box is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Greenhouse is open for visitors, see Jewel Box website for information on current shows and hours.
Type of Greenhouse: Botanical display - public

Type of Cover: Glass panel

What is the shape of this greenhouse: Other

If you selected Other shape please describe it: Art Deco styled

Unique features: Art Deco styling

If you selected Other - describe it.: Not listed
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