Landmarks Association, Jacoby Arts Center, and Flags of Valor
Landmarks Association of St. Louis
The Landmarks Association of St. Louis, an advocacy group dedicated to the conservation and adaptive reuse of historically and architecturally significant buildings, is moving it's headquarters into one of these historic homes. Witness this building's four year long restoration process and learn some of the secrets behind it's old brick walls.
The Man Behind the Umpires
Meet Rich Rieker, the Director of Umpire Development for the MLB! Being an umpire is more than yelling "safe" and "out!" And it's his job to make sure every umpire knows how to keep the game running smoothly and fairly.
Union Avenue Opera
As Union Avenue Opera prepares for it's 30th season, we take a look back at their last season's finale Ragtime. In this behind the scenes video you'll see a little of what goes into putting on one of these spectacular shows!
Jacoby Arts Center
Women Speak is a new exhibit at Jacoby Arts Center celebrating women artists and giving them a space to share their work with the St. Louis and Alton communities. You can see this show through October 1st.
African American Newspapers
This edition of History Spotlight examines the rich and important history of Newspapers like the St. Louis Palladium, St. Louis Argus, and St. Louis American, which were run by and for the local African American community.
Flags of Valor on Art Hill
See how hundreds of Flags of Valor volunteers erected thousands of flags on Art Hill in Forest Park. This act was a powerful tribute to the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who gave the ultimate sacrifice since the 2001 terrorist attacks.
Watch Spotlight every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. on Channel 11
In this week's episode, follow the career of a Major League Baseball umpire, learn the inspiration behind W.C. Handy's "St. Louis Blues" song, the conservation of box turtles and why turtle races could cause more harm than good, meet some of the members of the Union Avenue Opera, meet an artist who's nostalgic photos bring the magic of childhood to life, and a group offering support and strength to hear families.
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