House Research with Archivist Dennis Northcott

from House of Lou · host St. Louis Magazine

If you live in a historic house or just love historic architecture, you'll enjoy hearing from this episode's guest, Dennis Northcott. Northcott is an archivist at the Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center, specializing in genealogy and house history. Through a variety of digitized resources, he passionately assists researchers in their quest to uncover the stories hidden in their home, as well as the fascinating details that bring to life its past residents, making house history research more accessible and intriguing than ever before. The Missouri Historical Society's Library and Research Center is open to the public, and no membership is required. Staff members are available to assist you with your research and help answer your questions, no matter how farfetched they may seem. Listen and follow House of Lou on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or most places podcasts are available. Thank you to Karr Bick Kitchen & Bath for sponsoring this episode. From design and construction to interiors, Karr Bick serves as a one-stop-shop for all the essentials needed to create spaces that are #NothingOrdinary. Schedule a free design consultation at karrbick.com. Got an idea for a future House of Lou episode? We love hearing from our audience. Send your thoughts or feedback to Veronica at [email protected] or to [email protected]. We can't wait to hear from you! Looking for more inspo? Subscribe to our Design+Home newsletter to receive our latest home, design, and style content in your inbox every Wednesday. And follow Veronica (@vtlookbook) and St. Louis Magazine on Instagram (@stlouismag). Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at [email protected]. Mentioned in this episode: History Museum Library & Research Center Andrew Raimist Pilgrim Congregational Church on Union Washington University History Department City of Maplewood Hacienda Restaurant on Manchester Sievers Photo Studio Magic Chef Mansion Gingerbread houses in South City City of Webster Groves Frank Lloyd Wright House in Ebsworth Park Landmarks Association of St. Louis Westmoreland and Portland Places: The History and Architecture of America's Premier Private Streets, 1888-1988, by Julius Hunter Saint Louis Art Museum, Unpacking the Imperial Hotel at 100: Frank Lloyd Wright and the World You may also enjoy these SLM articles: How to search for the history of a St. Louis home See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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