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Adopt a Tree, Bench, or Brick in the Parks: Greentree Legacy Donation Program

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A unique opportunity to donate a fountain is available in Kirkwood Park. See the details here.

Bench Donation is currently under construction check back soon for more information.

Mitchell Park Master Plan - Park Board Approved Concept - 8/21/23

Historic Quinette Cemetery
1. Address:12188 Old Big Bend Road
  Kirkwood, MO 63122
Amenities:
1. Historic Site
2. Interpretive Display
Categories:
1. Parks

Cemetery Acreage: 1.75

Cemetery History

The oldest African-American cemetery west of the Mississippi was rescued from a developers hands to become part of the Kirkwood park system. The site is believed to be the resting place of approximately 150 individuals, and was offered as a free burial site for those of African-American descent starting in 1866. A recently completed master plan calls for the development of walking paths, small parking area and development of two memorial areas, including one for the five veterans buried in the cemetery.

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