Scott Joplin House State Historic Site, House museum and National Historic Landmark in St. Louis, United States
The two-story brick residence features six symmetrical bays with arched openings and characteristic gabled roof with parapet walls and engaged chimneys.
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources established this location as the first state historic site dedicated to African-American heritage in Missouri in 1983.
The residence contains exhibits about Scott Joplin's musical compositions and includes an authentic player piano that performs his ragtime melodies for visitors.
Located at 2658 Delmar Boulevard near downtown St. Louis, the museum displays artifacts and information about the life of composer Scott Joplin.
During his residence from 1901 to 1903, Scott Joplin composed The Entertainer, which later gained recognition in the 1973 film The Sting.
Location: St. Louis
Inception: 1983
Website: https://mostateparks.com/park/scott-joplin-house-state-historic-site
GPS coordinates: 38.63722,-90.21472
Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:30
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