Samuel Cupples House Museum
19th-century mansion showcasing Gilded Age architecture
A 19th-century St. Louis mansion, the Samuel Cupples House displays Richardsonian Romanesque architecture and ornate interiors; architecture enthusiasts visit for guided tours and its proximity to Washington University's campus.
Samuel Cupples House at a Glance#
Address: 3620 Lindell Boulevard (on the Washington University/Forest Park neighborhood), St. Louis, MO, United States
How to Get to Samuel Cupples House#
Located near the western edge of Forest Park and accessible from Lindell Boulevard. From downtown St. Louis, drive or take a short taxi/ride‑share west on Lindell; parking and exterior viewing are straightforward. Check local university or historical society schedules for interior tours.
Tips for Visiting Samuel Cupples House#
- If the house is closed for private events, the exterior and the surrounding neighborhood still make for an instructive walk - note the carved stonework and different brick patterns.
- Check Washington University's preservation office or the Missouri Historical Society for occasional public tours or events held in the house.
Best Time to Visit Samuel Cupples House#
Exterior visits to the house and neighborhood are best in spring through fall; check for occasional interior tours.
Weather & Climate near Samuel Cupples House#
Samuel Cupples House'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 (978 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° | 14° | 94 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 | - | 21° - 32° | 27° | 95 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 19° - 31° | 25° | 81 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 15° - 28° | 21° | 82 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 8° - 21° | 15° | 70 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 2° - 13° | 5° | 87 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -4° - 6° | -3° | 76 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
