He co-founded Washington University in St. Louis ( initially called Eliot Seminary - much to his chagrin ) in 1853 .
Eliot had a strong interest in developing educational opportunities in St. Louis .
Eliot co-founded Washington University in St. Louis ( initially called Eliot Seminary - much to Eliot 's chagrin ) in 1853 .
Eliot had a strong interest in developing educational opportunities in St. Louis .