The Vedanta Society of St. Louis emphasizes on meditation and spiritual practice within the spiritual and philosophical framework of Hinduism. The group has been in St. Louis since 1938 and at its present location since 1952. It offers evening Scripture classes, and publishes books and multimedia on Vedanta, religions and philosophy. Its worship area features a cabinet with a variety of the world's religious texts, a plaque that includes symbolism from many faiths and numerous rows of chairs for attendees.