Join the Mourning Society
We are looking for active members who want to help us support historic sites and educate the public about mourning and the funeral customs of the mid-nineteenth century through the early twentieth century. Roles are available for reenactors and plain-clothed volunteers to:
Participate in historical vignettes as a reenactor
Give and assist with presentations on topics related to death and mourning
Photograph events
Work with the public as a tour guide
Help with on-site event registration
Members of the Mourning Society of St Louis enjoy the following benefits:
The opportunity to participate in our upcoming events
Online meetings and classes covering topics like dressing in mourning, the spiritualism movement, 19th century hairwork, etc.
In person meet-ups including tours of historic sites and group photography sessions
Historical clothing support and resources.
Visit our FAQ or reach out using our contact form to find out more. Make sure to use the subject Membership and tell us a little about yourself in the Message section. You can also send us a direct message on Facebook. We look forward to hearing from you!