š How long have you been doing this?
Our first death and mourning event took place in 2005. Make sure to check out our events to see what we have coming up.
š Can I book your group for an event this Octobert?
We are not available for any additonal events in 2025. If you have a proposal for a 2026 event please reach out to us using our contact form. We are a small volunteer operated group so our capacity to work additional events is limited.
š Iād like to make a donation to your group. How can I do that?
First of all thank-you so much for your support! We are not currently accepting monetary donations or offering paid memberships. The best thing you can do to help us is share information about our events or support the historic sites that host our events like Bellefontaine Cemetery, The Campbell House Museum, the St Louis Public Library, Jefferson Barracks Historic Site, Missouri History Museum, The General Daniel Bissell House, The Field House Museum. Lafayette Park Conservancy and The Stephen and Peter Sachs Museum at the Missouri Botanical Garden.
š Can I join the Mourning Society of St Louis?
Yes! We are looking for members who are reenactors or are interested in getting started and are curious about the cultural history of the 19th Century related to mourning, death culture, spiritualism, funeral customs and other interesting topics. To get started, fill out our member application.
š Do you loan or sell historical clothing?
We do not. Members of the group are responsible for purchasing or making their own clothing and accessories. We can provide advice on where to buy as well as appropriate patterns, etc.