Local History

University City is a community rich in architectural, cultural and social history. UCPL is home to a collection of historical archives relating to the history of University City, including a photograph collection, newspaper clippings, city government archives, and microfilm scans of various historic residential permits (sadly, we do not have blueprints for individual houses).

The Library, in conjunction with the Historical Society of University City and other community members, have digitized some of our heritage. The Delmar Loop Photograph Collection (as well as the Lewis Photograph Collection) can be found on the Missouri Digital Heritage site.

The American Womans’ League and American Woman’s Republic Document Collection is currently being transferred to remotely accessible website, as are a portion of the microfilm scans mentioned above. A link to both collections will be included here when available.

University City’s history is constantly changing, however, and you’re invited to help add to the historical archives at UCPL. Click here to learn more about the Library’s oral history project, or contact the Historical Society to learn about ways to donate your historical records and artifacts.