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Gateway Arch National Park (formerly Jefferson National Expansion Memorial) was envisioned, from the time it was proposed by civic leaders in the 1930s, as being a commemorative site that would interpret St. Louis’ role in the westward expansion of the United States.
Feb 12, 2019 · The main reason for a visit to Gateway Arch National Park is to ride the tram to the top of the Arch. Trams run roughly every 10 minutes up both legs of the arch. It takes 4 minutes to ride up to the top and just 3 minutes to ride the tram back down to ground level. The tram is a series of 8 connecting pods that each hold 5 people.
Dec 23, 2023 · The Gateway Arch reflects St. Louis' role in the Westward Expansion of the United States during the nineteenth century. The park is a memorial to Thomas Jefferson's role in opening the West, to the pioneers who helped shape its history, and to Dred Scott who sued for his freedom in the Old Courthouse.
Jan 2, 2024 · The park grounds are open from 5:00am–11:00pm year round. The Arch Store closes about 15 minutes before the museum closes. The Arch Cafe is open from 9 to 4 during regular hours and 9 to 6 during the summer. Gateway Arch National Park is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day.
May 21, 2019 · The newly renovated Gateway Arch anchors the United States’ 60th national park, where waterfront green space and a top-tier American history museum thrive in downtown St. Louis.
Welcome to the Gateway Arch! As the nation's tallest monument, the Gateway Arch has welcomed visitors for fifty years with its iconic, awe-inspiring shape. The vision of renowned architect Eero Saarinen, the Gateway Arch commemorates Thomas Jefferson's vision and St. Louis' role in the westward expansion of the United States.
Jan 3, 2024 · When park visitors 16 and up buy tram or movie tickets, $3.00 of their ticket price goes to the National Park Service (entrance fee). Therefore, if visitors have an America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass, they do not have to pay that $3.00 fee and they effectively get a $3.00 "discount" on the tram ride to the ...
