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Katherine Ward Burg Garden

Welcome to the Katherine Ward Burg Garden! This public plaza offers sweeping views of the Mississippi River and the Eads Bridge.

Park Location and Rules

  • 612 N 1st St, St. Louis, MO 63102
  • Garden hours 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
  • Operated & maintained by Great Rivers Greenway.
  • Parents/guardians are responsible for the safety and supervision of their children.
  • Authorized vehicles only. Please refrain from using motorized scooters in the garden or on sidewalks.
  • Pets are welcome but must be on leashes at all times. Please remove all solid waste left by your animals.
  • To keep the garden beautiful, please place all trash in designated trash cans. Glass containers are prohibited and alcoholic beverages are by permit only.
  • To keep the garden peaceful, please treat all visitors with respect. Fighting is not allowed and weapons of any kind are strictly prohibited.

Park Amenities

The garden has a trellised structure, sloping paths, and a seating wall that can be used for special events and programming. It also has a mix of native plants that capture rainwater, support pollinators and add beauty. There is 1 drinking fountain with a water bottle refill station available on site from April to November. Electric is available at this site. There are not restrooms available at this site.

Parking Nearby

  • Parch Park – First Street Parking (paid, some accessible spots)
  • Laclede’s Landing Lot – First Street and Morgan (paid, some accessible spots)
  • QuikPark – 309 N. 4th Street (paid, some accessible spots)

Distances from Katherine Ward Burg Garden

Rentable Facilities

The garden remains open to the public year-round but can be booked for special events. Click here for the special event application to reserve the plaza and/or event lawn.