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University City Loop History

The Loop offers exhilarating one-of-a-kind shops, restaurants, art galleries, live music, café culture, and the St. Louis Walk of Fame.

The University City Loop got its name over a century ago from streetcars that came west and “looped around” before connecting to other areas. That movement and momentum continues today, as The Loop expands with exciting new growth and development that has made it a destination.

PHOTOS COURTESY UNIVERSITY CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY

Delmar Loop Photograph Project

The Delmar Gardens Building

Looping the Past to the Present

For nearly 100 years, the Delmar Gardens Building has been a Pillar of Progress and Resilience in University City, MO. Find out why this structure has been a Delmar Loop icon for the last century and why it will continue to be for generations to come!

2022 Delmar Gardens - Delmar Loop 1925 Delmar Gardens - Delmar Loop

Slide the bar to see the comparison from 1925 to 2022.

Watch the historical documentary of the Delmar Gardens.

A Few Highlights of the U. City Loop

St. Louis Walk of Fame

All along the sidewalks of Delmar, over 140 brass stars and biographical plaques honor famous, nationally recognized St. Louisans.

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Fitz’s

Everyone is invited to watch the bottling of St. Louis’ nationally acclaimed signature soda, Fitz’s Root Beer, on vintage bottling equipment located right inside the restaurant.

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Tivoli Theatre

Restored to its 1924 splendor, this historic three-screen movie theatre highlights independent films, cult classics, and first-run sensations.

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560 Music Center

Traditional auditorium space provides 1,092 seats on a single gently sloped level. Suitable for a large orchestra concert or a smaller musical event.

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