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| YOU ARE HERE A variety of hosts delve into the abundant, rich history of our community by taking you on a personal tour of some of our area’s most historic places. 
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 Bissell House Visit the home of General Daniel Bissell in what is now the town of Bellefontaine Neighbors in north St. Louis County on this edition of You Are Here. The house has been carefully restored, to what it would have looked in the 1850's. Parks workers have carefully maintained the home and its grounds, plus added furnishings to give the house a personal touch. See the games and toys that entertained children in the 19th century. Check out Daniel Bissell's sword and military sash and his commission signed by George Washington and James Madison in this glimpse of life on the western frontier.  |  Fort Belle Fontaine Takes a closer look at the park and how its namesake fort influenced the history of the area. Join host and producer Amy Chase for the second in a two-part series examining the life of General Daniel Bissell. Journey to Fort Belle Fontaine Park—nestled along the banks of the Missouri River in north St. Louis County. |  Host Alex Fees examines both the written and oral traditions surrounding the history of the Underground Railroad in St, Louis. |
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