Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site

St. Louis, MO

Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site

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Pet-friendly summary

We welcome pets on park grounds, but a few restrictions must be followed.

Amenities

  • Arts and Culture
  • Cultural Demonstrations
  • Live Music
  • Biking
  • Compass and GPS
  • Geocaching
  • Guided Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours - Walking
  • Living History
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • Wildlife Watching
  • Birdwatching
  • Park Film
  • Museum Exhibits
  • Shopping
  • Bookstore and Park Store

About Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site

Ulysses S. Grant is known as the victorious Civil War general who saved the Union and the 18th President of the United States. He first met Julia Dent, his future wife, at her family home, named White Haven. From 1854 to 1859 the Dents, Grants and an enslaved African-American workforce lived on the property.