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Read, Play, Grow

  • Nature Playscape in Forest Park 1904 Concourse Drive St. Louis, MO, 63110 United States (map)

Read, Play, Grow in the Nature Playscape

Date: April 18
Time: 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Anne O’C. Albrecht Nature Playscape (map below)
Parking: Free parking is available on streets and in lots near the World’s Fair Pavilion.
Biking: Bike racks are located at two entrances (map below).
Transit: The MetroBus 90 Hampton route has northbound and southbound stops nearby at Concourse at Washington.

Join us for Read, Play, Grow, a “come and go as you please” outdoor event in Forest Park. We’ll fill the Nature Playscape with books, puppets, flannel boards and flannels.

Grab a blanket, grab a book and connect with nature as we come together to enjoy the simple pleasure of reading with your child.

Ideal for caregivers of children ages 0-5.

Weather: This program is weather dependent. Cancellations will be posted in the event calendar on the St. Louis Public Library’s website.

Sensory considerations:

  • Potential for close proximity/shared space with other participants

  • Some bright colors and loud noises.

For accessibility accommodations, please call 314-241-2288.

Aerial view of the Nature Playscape with labels for each area, including the Meadow
Earlier Event: April 17
SLAM Cinema—Fellini Satyricon
Later Event: April 19
Solar Sunday Telescope Viewing