Iconic Conversations: Andy Hahn, Mapping St. Louis

Join us each month for a thought-provoking speaker series that brings St. Louis history to life. Gateway Arch National Park and Jefferson National Parks Association are proud to host compelling talks by local authors and other knowledgeable guests who will explore a variety of topics relevant to the St. Louis region. You might learn about our city’s early beginnings, its architecture, our prominent leaders, the rise of the Gateway Arch, our civil rights struggles, and the best things to do around town. Book discussions will be followed by an author signing opportunity. 

All programs are free and no reservations are needed. They will be held at 2:00 p.m. on the second Sunday of the month in the rotunda of the historic Old Courthouse (11 N. 4th Street, St. Louis, MO 63102). The building is fully accessible, and a sign language interpreter will be on hand for each presentation. 

What can maps tell us about a city’s past? Come find out as we take a fascinating look at St. Louis history using maps as our guide. Author Andy Hahn’s book Mapping St. Louis charts the growth of our city from its founding in the 1760s to the present day, interweaving 40 maps along with short essays, detailed views, and captioned illustrations. He will discuss a selection of maps that highlight the city’s rich history and spark ideas about where the city may be heading.

Andy is a 7th generation St. Louisan who has been passionate about history and maps since he was a kid. Since 2003, he has worked as director of the historic Campbell House Museum in downtown St. Louis.