The theater, one of the oldest in the St. Louis region, screened its last film 45 years ago. It has since been offices, nearly demolished and then saved by voters.

Here are some St. Louis homes with history that you might be able to call your own.

Sometimes, people like to think of the past as a steady, stable time where tradition ruled the day. Ironically, learning about antiques can prove that notion wrong; and some of the best lessons can ...