Affton Historical Society

A nonprofit organization
Fundraise

Oakland House was built in the 1850's by pioneer banker Louis A. Benoist. Renowned architect, George I. Barnett, designed the country home. Barnett also designed mansions in Lafayette Square and on Vandeventer Place, as well as Henry Shaw's Tower Grove House and the Executive Mansion in Jefferson City. Oakland is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is recorded by the Historic American Buildings Survey of the U.S. Department of Interior in the Library of Congress.

Giving Activity

Mission

We believe that Oakland House is a true gem of the St. Louis community, full of local history and charm. With that, the Affton Historical Society works to maintain and restore this beautiful home to it's original grandeur.

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

Affton Historical Society

Tax id (EIN)

23-7326092

Mission/Purpose

Arts & Culture, Arts & Culture - Museums, Education, Education - Early Childhood, Education - K-12, Education - Higher Ed, Environment, Health & Wellness, History/Preservation, Independent Journalism

Operating Budget

Micro: $50,001 - $250,000

Service Area

Bond County, Washington County, Warren County, St Louis County, St Louis City, St Clair County, St Charles County, Monroe County, Madison County, Lincoln County, Jersey County, Jefferson County, Franklin County, Clinton County, Calhoun County

Audiences Served

General Public, BILPOC, Teens, Children, Youth, Families, Men, Women, Veterans, Older Adults, Military, LGBTQIA+, Justice-Involved Individuals, Immigrants, Refugees, Foreign-Born Populations, People with Disabilities, First Responders

Address

7801 Genesta Ave.
Affton, MO 63123

Phone

314-352-5654

Website

https://www.oaklandhousemuseum.org/