Francis Olympic Field Park
Historic Washington University stadium in St. Louis
Washington University's historic stadium in St. Louis, venue of 1904 Olympic athletics; visitors attend university sports, campus tours and those interested in early Olympic history.
Francis Olympic Field at a Glance#
Address: Francis Olympic Field, Washington University in St. Louis, 1 Brookings Dr, St. Louis, MO 63130, United States
Website: https://athletics.wustl.edu/
Hours: Event-dependent
Admission: University facilities have event fees; campus access free
About Francis Olympic Field#
Francis Olympic Field is a historic sports stadium located on the Washington University in St. Louis campus in Missouri, United States, notable for its role in the 1904 Summer Olympic Games. It is one of the surviving venues associated with those Games.
The site contains a track and playing field and is used by the university’s athletics teams and for campus events. The stadium retains historic features from the early 20th century while serving contemporary collegiate sport needs.
The field was constructed in the early 1900s and served as the main competition arena for the 1904 Olympics; it has remained in use since then as part of the university’s sports facilities. Over time the venue has been maintained and adapted for modern athletic use while preserving its historic character.
The stadium sits on the Washington University campus in St. Louis, within the city’s central-west area. It is located in the U.S. state of Missouri and is part of the university’s athletic complex.
- Olympic history: Built and used as the primary stadium for the 1904 Summer Olympics and later retained as an athletics and university sports venue on the Washington University campus in St. Louis.
- Current use: Regularly hosts Washington University athletics and university events; public access is subject to campus scheduling and events.
How to Get to Francis Olympic Field#
Located on Washington University’s campus in St. Louis. Accessible by campus shuttles, local buses and car; parking and access may be restricted during large events.
Tips for Visiting Francis Olympic Field#
- Check university event calendars for public games and athletic events at Francis Olympic Field.
- Historic plaques and athletic museum exhibits on campus provide context for the field's Olympic legacy.
- Street parking near Forest Park can be limited during events; arrive early.
Best Time to Visit Francis Olympic Field#
Visit during the academic year to see events and campus life; spring and fall provide the best weather.
Weather & Climate near Francis Olympic Field#
Francis Olympic Field's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 32°C. Moderate rainfall (980 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -6° - 3° | -6° | 51 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -4° - 7° | -2° | 56 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 2° - 13° | 5° | 90 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 7° - 20° | 13° | 95 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 13° - 25° | 19° | 103 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 18° - 30° | 24° | 93 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 20° - 32° | 26° | 95 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 19° - 31° | 25° | 81 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 15° - 27° | 21° | 82 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 8° - 21° | 15° | 71 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 2° - 13° | 5° | 88 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -4° - 6° | -3° | 75 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
