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KEEP US MOVING

“Every donation moves our mission forward.”

The Sappington House Foundation exists to protect, preserve, and share the stories of our two historic homes; the 1808 Thomas Sappington House and the 1816 Joseph Sappington Log House.

 

Our mission is simple and heartfelt: "To preserve the past by inspiring generations to discover and appreciate their own and the community’s heritage."

 

Today, that mission is alive in our biggest undertaking: Bringing Joe Home. The Joseph Sappington Log House, lovingly called “Joe”, is being restored log‑by‑log so it can permanently reside in Sappington Park as a living piece of Missouri history.

 

Your contribution helps us:

 

  • Restore Joe with historical accuracy

  • Protect two centuries of craftsmanship

  • Create educational experiences for families and students

  • Keep Sappington Park a place of learning, beauty, and community

 

Whether through Membership or a Donation, you become part of the story we are preserving for future generations.

 

There are two ways to Support the Foundation;

 

Becoming a Member, Membership helps sustain our mission year‑round and connects you to the ongoing work of preservation, education, and community engagement.

 

Making a Donation, A one‑time gift directly supports the restoration of Joe and the continued care of our two historic homes and the grounds on which they both reside.

Joe's 1816 cabin during dismantling.

Historic Sappington Houses

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