Croquet in the Lou

Join us for a wonderful afternoon in Tower Grove Park on October 11, 2025, for a FUNdraiser supporting the Field House Museum. This unique event provides instrumental support in continuing the Field House Museum’s mission, helping us create dynamic programs and exhibitions, and maintaining the integrity of the National Landmark Field family home.

The game of croquet was first referenced in print in London in 1856 but is believed to have originated in the Middle Ages. Rules include hitting a wooden ball with a mallet through a hoop or “wicket.” Eugene Field was undoubtedly familiar with the game (and its reputation for being intensely competitive) as he mentions croquet in The Tribune Primer:

The Game of Croquet

Here we have a game of croquet.
Henry has just Hit Nellie with a mallet, and Nellie is calling Henry naughty Names.
Their mother is not much of a Croquet player, but in a minute she will Come out and Beat them Both.

Become a Sponsor of
Croquet in the Lou!

We’re thrilled to invite you to our 3rd Annual Croquet in the Lou, taking place Saturday, October 11, 2025, at the charming Sons of Rest Pavilion in Tower Grove Park.
This whimsical and elegant afternoon brings together community members, supporters, and friends for a day filled with croquet, conversation, and camaraderie—all set against the backdrop of one of St. Louis’s most beloved historic parks.

Whether you’re a croquet enthusiast or just along for the fun, there’s something delightful in store for everyone. Guests will enjoy the gentle clack of mallets, the cheers of friendly competition, and the joy of gathering in support of a meaningful cause.

More than just a day of fun, your sponsorship of Croquet in the Lou helps provide essential, unrestricted funding for the Field House Museum. These dollars sustain our mission to offer enriching educational programs, thought-provoking exhibits, and the continued preservation of a National Historic Landmark that

tells a vital part of St. Louis’s story.

We hope you’ll consider joining us as a sponsor and help make this event more impactful than ever. We look forward to sharing a beautiful fall day with you on the lawn!

Contact Stephanie Bliss at 314-431-4689, email the the 2025 Croquet Sponsorship Form to s.bliss@fieldhousemuseum.org, or fill out the online form below to join in the fun!