Sunset Hills

Over the course of its history, Sunset Hills was known by many names before its incorporation in 1957. For many families, however, it has always been a constant; some Sunset Hills families are seventh-generation residents on land that was granted or purchased early in America's history. Early settlers were drawn to this community by the salt springs and clay mines. Indian tribes also utilized this area as an early regional site for trade and multi-tribal meetings along the Meramec River. The Meramec Landing Site was historically significant to both the tribes and the settlers, and the community formed eastward from this spot on the river, toward St. Louis. Today, the city encompasses over nine square miles. Largely considered a commuter suburb for St. Louis, Sunset Hills possesses its own rich history and strong sense of community.

About the author

Author Sandie Grassino, a retired educator, is a local historian and writer. She was raised in Sunset Hills on land where five generations of her family have lived. Images of America: Sunset Hills is her second book with Arcadia Publishing. The Sunset Hills Historical Society was incorporated in 2004. Since that time, the organization has been actively preserving and documenting history and celebrating local residents and veterans.

Product details

• Authors: Sandie Grassino, Sandie Grassino for the Sunset Hills His, Sunset Hills Hist Soc (A)
• Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 23.07.2012
• EAN: 9780738584089
• ISBN: 978-0-7385-8408-9
• No. of pages: 128
• Dimensions: 163 mm x 231 mm x 13 mm
• Weight: 318 g
• Series: Images of America (Arcadia Pub; Images of America (Arcadia Pub; Images of America
• Subject: Non-fiction book > History > Miscellaneous