History Of Lafayette Square In St. Louis (Part 1) | Nathan's Neighborhood History

History Of Lafayette Square In St. Louis (Part 1) | Nathan's Neighborhood History

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Jul 5, 2026

Explore Lafayette Square in St. Louis through a historical lens as we venture through the side streets with local historian, Nathan Jackson in this multi-part series. Part 1 focusses on the eastern end of the neighborhood and includes wonders such as the Cracker Castle and the oldest Synagogue west of the Mississippi River.

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Chapters:
Intro 0:00
Intro Montage 00:08
1885 Houses 00:42
4th City Subdivision 01:49
3 Story Greek Revival 2:46
Brewery 03:45
Cracker Castle 05:12
Kennett Place 07:10
Middle Class Living 10:19
Dolman Row 11:05
Outro 13:12

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