Celebrations of Life
Our hearts go out to you as you mourn the passing of a loved one and celebrate their life and legacy. We understand the difficulties in planning funerals, burials, and celebrations of life.
At the 1918 Building, we specialize in hosting Celebrations of Life, especially for our nation’s veterans being buried at the nearby Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. We would be most honored to host you, your family, and friends as you honor the life of a loved one.
The 1918 Building is an ideal venue to honor the memory and sacrifices of our veterans and family members, as well as remembrance of those from the general public.
Closest venue to Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery
Located at the beautiful Jefferson Barracks Historic Site
“Celebration of Life Packages” to make planning easier
Round and rectangular tables, as well as padded chairs
Reduced $5.00 admission to the Missouri Civil War Museum for all guests
Renting with Us
At the 1918 Building, we can help you plan and arrange a Celebration of Life through our special “Celebration of Life Package.
Celebration of Life Package - $500
3-hour rental, including set-up and clean-up
Basic Event Package (Mon.-Fri., 10am-4pm): $500
Premium Event Package (Fri after 4pm, Sat. & Sun., 10am-4pm): $600
Up to 13 round tables (5ft), 12 rectangular (6ft), and padded chairs
Navy tablecloths on all round and rectangular tables
Preferred catering options include Sugarfire, Calliers, Hollyberry and Russo’s
Elegant military decor and views of Jefferson Barracks Military Post
A/V, including projector for slideshow presentations, 12 ft screen, microphones, and sound system
Discounted $5.00 admission for Missouri Civil War Museum for all guests
Custom memorial brick in the Abraham Lincoln Memorial Patio
Additional time and decor items available for rental
By the numbers
Banquet Room Size: 2731 sq. ft.
Caterer’s Kitchen Size: 400 sq. ft.
Occupancy: 100 guests for table-seating and 150 people in row-seating
Why us?
Unique historic venue built in 1918 by the United States Army
Closest venue to Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery (0.4 miles)
Operated by a not-for-profit organization dedicated to preserving military and Missouri history
A/V equipment, including a 12-foot projector screen, television, microphones, and sound system
Caterer’s kitchen
Fully accessible
Free parking
Contact us
Interested in hosting your next event with us? Please fill out this form and we’ll be in touch shortly. We can’t wait to hear from you!