Aloe Plaza facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Aloe Plaza |
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Aloe Plaza across Market from Union Station
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| Type | Urban park |
| Location | St. Louis, Missouri, United States |
| Area | 3.35 acres (1.36 ha) |
| Created | 1931 |
| Operated by | St. Louis Department of Parks, Recreation, and Forestry |
| Website | stlouis-mo.gov |
Aloe Plaza is a lovely urban park in St. Louis, Missouri. It's part of the St. Louis Gateway Mall, a big green space in the city center. This park is special because it's located directly in front of the famous Union Station. You can find it between Market, Chestnut, 18th, and 20th streets.
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History of Aloe Plaza
Aloe Plaza was first imagined by a man named Louis P. Aloe. His wife, Edith Aloe, helped make his dream a reality in 1940. They wanted to create a beautiful public space for everyone to enjoy.
A Family's Connection
The Aloe family has always cared deeply about this park. Kenneth Aloe Marshall, a grandson of Louis and Edith Aloe, spent his life helping to keep Aloe Plaza beautiful. He worked hard to make sure it was always well-maintained and improved for the community.
The Meeting of the Waters Fountain
The most famous part of Aloe Plaza is a large fountain called The Meeting of the Waters. This amazing artwork was created by a sculptor named Carl Milles.
What the Fountain Represents
The fountain shows the joining of two very important rivers: the Mississippi River and the Missouri River. It also features 17 mythical creatures. These creatures stand for all the smaller rivers and streams that flow into the main rivers. For Kenneth Aloe Marshall, this fountain also represented his love for history, art, engineering, the city of St. Louis, and his family.
