Unseen St. Louis

1 week ago | unseenstlouis.substack.com | Jackie Dana

Current time: 0:00 / Total time: -1:14:06Audio playback is not supported on your browser. Please upgrade. Our March Unseen STL History Talks took us out to the ballpark—and back in time—with a lively evening that celebrated baseball’s deep roots in St. Louis, both in literature and in Black history. We kicked off the night with James Crossley, co-owner of Leviathan Bookstore, who shared his journey through baseball’s literary and cultural legacy.

2 weeks ago | unseenstlouis.substack.com | Jackie Dana

Welcome to Unseen STL Vibes, your monthly dose of sunshine from Unseen St. Louis. As the days grow longer and the city bursts into bloom, we're here to celebrate all the things that make St. Louis come alive. Each month, I gather stories to help people find things to love about our city, from inspiring neighborhood projects to delightful local tidbits. I hope you’ll enjoy this springtime stroll through the brighter side of STL. Here are some positive stories about St. Louis worth sharing.

3 weeks ago | unseenstlouis.substack.com | Jackie Dana

We’re back with another edition of Unseen STL History Talks, and this month we’re spotlighting one of the most influential figures in the city’s history—Mayor Raymond Tucker. Join us on Thursday, April 17th, from 7 PM to 9 PM (doors open at 6 PM) at Leviathan Bookstore, located at 3211 S. Grand Blvd. between Wyoming and Humphrey.

1 month ago | unseenstlouis.substack.com | Jackie Dana

Spring is in the air, and that means two things in St. Louis—warmer days and the return of baseball season! As the Cardinals gear up for Opening Day on March 27, we’re stepping up to the plate a week early with a history talk dedicated to the city's deep baseball roots. St. Louis has been a baseball town for well over a century, and this month, we’ll explore the stories, legends, and impact of the game on our city’s past.

1 month ago | unseenstlouis.substack.com | Jackie Dana

Welcome to Unseen STL Vibes, a monthly feature of Unseen St. Louis, where we celebrate the positive and unique aspects of our city. As March arrives, the first day of spring brings the promise of longer days, blooming flowers, and a fresh start. Whether you're embracing the green of the season for St. Patrick’s Day or you’re just eager to shake off winter’s chill, there's plenty to enjoy in St. Louis this month.