Almost 100 years ago, French painter Claude Monet began one of his last great masterpieces. After his death, the work, the triptych titled “Agapanthus,” was eventually split up. Today, after more than 50 years of separation, its pieces hang together in the Saint Louis Art Museum (SLAM), located on Art Hill in Forest Park.

Perhaps the idea of art museums conjures up memories of dull and prolonged school trips deters you from venturing up Art Hill, but the St. Louis Art Museum offers such a wide variety of art you’re likely to find something to suit your fancy. Not to mention, it’s a St. Louis landmark you simply shouldn’t miss.

Located in Forest Park, about a 15-minute walk from the center of campus, the St. Louis Art Museum (SLAM) houses strong collections of contemporary art and decorative arts and design.