The Grove is on the hunt for some vibrant sculpture/art pieces for the new art displays that are being constructed along with the Manchester streetscpae enhancements.  

The final selection of the presentation to the Davenport officials demonstrated the new marketing campaign underway for the Grove.  The campaign aims to showcase the Grove as a centrally-located entertainment district that is cultural, diverse and exciting.  The success of the Grove so far has led to some positive media coverage by local outlets. Here [...]

The second selection from the presentation to the Davenport officials showcases the dramatic transformations that have taken place in the Grove.  It is interesting to note that all of the redevelopment projects  shown  have taken place within the last three years. Part III to follow…

Recently, a group of officials from Davenport, IA came to Forest Park Southeast to learn more about development practices taking place here. Selections from the presentation prepared  by WUMCRC included: 1. Information about WUMCRC’s role in the neighborhood 2. Evidence of the dramatic transformation and redevelopment of the Grove 3. Examples of the new marketing [...]

Diane Ottinger has lived in Forest Park Southeast all of her life.   Since she was an adolescent Diane has been creating works of art.   For Diane art had always just been a hobby, however for the last several years she has been taking more time to seriously develop her craft. “I really wanted [...]

The Forest Park South Business Association has been working on a long term strategic plan.  Part of that plan  includes producing an annual community directory.  The directory contains important neighborhood and city information,  neighborhood history, a list of local elected officials and representatives, as well as a contact information of local attractions, restaurants and businesses.  [...]

The 2009 Home Repair Assistance fliers are now available, so keep an eye out for these throughout the neighborhood. We are currently accepting rolling applications for the program and for more information and/or to apply, please contact Brooks Goedeker at (314) 747-2332 or goedekeb@wustl.edu  

The second Forest Park Southeast Cor-Ten Steel entry marker is currently being fabricated by artist Wesley Fordyce.  The new entry marker will be installed at the southeast corner of Tower Grove and Chouteau.  The marker utilizes the theme of what the Forest Park Southeast neighborhood has become known for, historic buildings located next to great [...]