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Benton Park West





Welcome the past of Saint Louis, with the exuberance of the future!

As the logo for Benton Park West indicates, we are a neighborhood that Treasures the Past and Embraces the Future.

Building upon past successes (Treasures), we Embrace the Future with the vibrancy and excitement of the future!

Upcoming Activities in BPW and surrounding area:

  • Watch for more information about exciting events in 2012:

    - Many other FUNdraising opportunties and FUN events where volunteers are needed.

    - Other events such as - summer picnic, scavenger hunt, flower bulb sales, movies in the park, Dog Park Events, Easter Eggstravaganza, National Night Out events, Back to School Festival, Annual Yard/Rummage Sales, Truck or Treat, etc.
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  • Checkout the newest monthly newsletter


  • Dog Park Application


  • Check out events coming up on Cherokee Street.


  • Check out the NEW Searchable list of Cherokee Businesses. This covers about 75% located on Cherokee or within the business districts. Watch for updates!
    Cherokee Street Business Directory.


    • Benton Park West is the prime location in south Saint Louis with historic Cherokee Street and the vibrancy of the Jefferson Avenue corridor. Take a few moments to find out what great things are happening in Benton Park West revolving around diversity of individuals working in partnership and collaboration for the good of the neighborhood. Our distinct diversity also includes the uniqueness of residents and significant diversity of housing stock which built the neighborhood and continues to sustain Benton Park West into the future.

    Benton Park West, built primarily of German influence during the 1880s 1930s, is proud to be included in a city known as the brick city of the USA; This 6 x 12 block area demonstrates the dramatic differences in architectural style and building sizes varying from the large two and four family buildings, to single family Queen Anne, French Second Century, and even single story bungalows.

    Benton Park West is bounded by South Jefferson Avenue on the east, Cherokee Street on the south to Compton, then south to Potomac and west to Gravois Street on the Northwest. Click here for map.

    Many changes continue everyday in Benton Park West. I hope that you find a glimpse of the past that was the neighborhood and Benton Park West of today, through our website. For further questions about Benton Park West, please feel to drop an email to linda_hennigh@yahoo.com

    It's easy to be a part of Benton Park West by becoming a member. Either a Resident member or a Business Member. Simply click on the type of membership you would like, print the form, fill in the requested information, and mail with check to the address on the application.

    Thanks for stopping by.

    Linda Hennigh,
    President
    Benton Park West Neighborhood Association

    • P.O. Box 18671
    • St. Louis, MO 63118
    • Tel. 314 771 0803

    Location, Location, Location…that's all that needs to be said about Benton Park West.
         - Bill Byrd
    A neighborhood where local businesses are still valued.
         - Regina McGrew
    Affordable, accessible, historic, diverse - that's Benton Park West.
         - Joe Frank
    All of us are working for a great neighborhood here in BPW.
         - Regina McGrew
    Benton Park West functions through resident participation.
         - Regina McGrew
    I love being part of the process and feeling that I can help to make a difference.
         - Linda Hennigh
    Benton Park West is a diverse urban neighborhood with a strong historic identity.
         - Regina McGrew
    Benton Park West is a place where residents care.
         - Regina McGrew
    Benton Park West is the place to live, work, and play.
         - Barb Potts
    BPW is a very unique neighborhood.
         - Chad Johnson
    Everyday we drive and see something new in BPW being renovated.
         - Regina McGrew
    I can smell chili cooking at Edmond's from my back yard!
         - Joe Frank
    I found my dream home here in Benton Park West.
         - Regina McGrew
    I love being able to walk to the park, the grocery store, or a restaurant, and talking to my neighbors on the way.
         - Linda Hennigh
    I really like my neighbors, the organizations and the fun we have.
         - Connie Petty
    If you’re searching for community, you’ll find it in Benton Park West.
         - Regina McGrew
    Listen… I can almost hear the voices of the neighborhood from 100 years ago.
         - Bill Byrd
    New restaurants and shops are opening up all over the neighborhood.
         - Regina McGrew
    Our community gardens are fantastic!
         - Regina McGrew
    The architecture in Benton Park West is gorgeous!
         - Regina McGrew
    I love living in an area with so much potential and watching it improve and grow with each new season.
         - Linda Hennigh
    The area is buzzing with rehab activity and new construction plans are set.
         - Edna Campos Gravenhorst
    The diversity is absolutely beautiful!
         - Regina McGrew
    The energy is palpable.
         - Shirley Carroll
    The things we like best about BPW are its history, historic homes, friendly and helpful neighbors, location to downtown, parks and businesses, and its diversity.
         - Edna Campos Gravenhorst
    Touch the brick…feel the energy of the hustle and bustle of 100 years ago.
         - Bill Byrd
    We have authentic Mexican food in walking distance – what could be better?
         - Regina McGrew
    We looked from north to south to west until we found the house that was waiting for us in BPW.
         - Bill Byrd
    We take pride in our growing neighborhood.
         - Regina McGrew
    We take the time to know our neighbors and our neighborhood here in BPW.
         - Regina McGrew
    Years of hard work by Benton Park West neighborhood residents are paying off as properties are being re-habbed and the quality of life is improving.
         - Jeanette Mott Oxford
    BPW had everything that my family was looking for: rich history,  diverse housing, and diverse neighbors.
         - Chad Johnson
    Our dream home was right in the middle of the neighborhood.
         - Chad Johnson
    The ethnic, class, and religious diversity of Benton Park West are wonderful assets, as the neighborhood parallels today what demographics predict for coming decades in the U.S.
         - Jeanette Mott Oxford
    Neighborhood association leaders are building a strong foundation of relationships through careful listening and mutual respect.
         - Jeanette Mott Oxford
    With increased teamwork to support educational reform and to continue progress, the future is bright for Benton Park West!
         - Jeanette Mott Oxford

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