The Oakland House Museum

est. 1853

The Oakland House Museum

est. 1853

Historic St. Louis Museum

Tucked away in Affton, Missouri stands the country home of the pioneer banker, Louis A. Benoist. Today, his mansion has been completely restored to its original beauty from 1853.

The house, now a historic museum, is owned and maintained by the Affton Historical Society. Oakland’s restoration began back in the early 1970s.

Visit us for a historic tour of one of Affton’s most hidden gems that was saved and still stands today. View our calendar for upcoming events and open house times.

Historic
St. Louis Museum

Tucked away in Affton, Missouri stands the country home of the pioneer banker, Louis A. Benoist. Today, his mansion has been completely restored to its original beauty from 1853.

The house, now a historic museum, is owned and maintained by the Affton Historical Society. Oakland’s restoration began back in the early 1970s.

Visit us for a historic tour of one of Affton’s most hidden gems that was saved and still stands today. View our calendar for upcoming events and open house times.

Wedding Venue,

Celebrations,

Private Events

The historic Oakland House offers an exclusive St. Louis wedding venue with beautiful grounds, exquisite renovations, and amazing photo opportunities to capture wedding memories.

While we are a most popular wedding venue, we are also avaliable to host your other special occasions as well. Contact our caretaker with any questions you may have or to discuss booking.

As a community resource, we also offer special events monthly to the public. Check our website calendar and follow us on social media for updates!

Wedding Info...

UPCOMING EVENTS

Lemp’s Last Wright
*Postponed to July 23rd, 2020

For a century the debate about the untimely death of Elsa Lemp Wright has baffled historians and writers. 100 years after her death, be the first to discover what really happened on that fateful day. In this feature length documentary decide for yourself, was it suicide or murder?

Attend the premiere of this historical documentary featuring scenes shot exclusively inside and on the grounds of Oakland. Premiering at the Chase Park Plaza Theatre. Tickets are limited so purchase yours now!

Tickets

COVID-19 Update

We will remain closed until furthur notice. Please check our Facebook for the latest updates. All booked and open luncheons, events, open house tours, and showings will be postponed for the month of May. We are still available for future bookings of weddings. If you are interested, please complete one of our forms on our Wedding page.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Lemp’s Last Wright
*Postponed to July 23rd, 2020

For a century the debate about the untimely death of Elsa Lemp Wright has baffled historians and writers. 100 years after her death, be the first to discover what really happened on that fateful day. In this feature length documentary decide for yourself, was it suicide or murder?

Attend the premiere of this historical documentary featuring scenes shot exclusively inside and on the grounds of Oakland. Tickets are limited so purchase now!

Tickets

COVID-19 UPDATE

We will remain closed until furthur notice. Please check our Facebook for the latest updates. All booked and open luncheons, events, open house tours, and showings will be postponed for the month of May. We are still available for future bookings of weddings. If you are interested, please complete one of our forms on our Wedding page.

Affton

Historical Society

Our society is always welcoming new members into our historic home. If you have a passion for history and a love for your community you will certainly find your place at Oakland.

We have many volunteer opportunities and roles to be filled so please contact us with any questions or interests you have that you would like to share!

Volunteering

Memberships

Affton Historical Society

Our society is always welcoming new members into our historic home.
If you have a passion for history and a love for your community you will certainly find your place at Oakland.

We have many volunteer opportunities and roles to be filled so please contact us with any questions or interests you have that you would like to share!

Volunteering

Memberships