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Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site
Ulysses S. Grant is known as the victorious Civil War general who saved the Union and the 18th President of the United States. He first met Julia Dent, his future wife, at her family home, named White Haven. From 1854 to 1859 the Dents, Grants and an enslaved African-American workforce lived on the property.
White Haven in Autumn
White Haven is picturesque in all seasons, but in the fall the trees are especially beautiful.
White Haven
Behind the house is stone summer kitchen.
Outbuildings
Ice house and chicken house behind the main house.
Tack Room
The historic stable tack room.
Museum Exhibits
The interactive museum is located in the historic stable.
Winter at White Haven
Visiting the park in the winter can be beautiful and peaceful.
White Haven in Early Spring
Snowfall in early spring.
Picnic Table and Fire Ring Site H13
Picnic Table and Fire Ring Site H13
Driveway for Site H13
Driveway for Site H13
Tent Pad Site H13
Tent Pad Site H13
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Ulysses S. Grant is located in south St. Louis County on Grant Road, near Gravois Road to the south. Watson Road is to the north, I-270 is to the west, and Laclede Station Road is to the east.
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Facilities
Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site Visitor Center Facility
This is the first stop for your visit. You can watch an introductory film, get information on historic house tours, explore the museum in the historic stable, and shop in the bookstore.
