Activities for Kids
There are many activities for kids at Jefferson National Expansion Memorial! Ask at the information desk for the Junior Ranger Booklet to become a Junior Ranger. Jefferson National Expansion Memorial has scout programs your troop can participate in. You can learn about Lewis and Clark from our Lewis and Clark Kid's pages online. Or explore other National Parks online with WebRanger and the GoZone! Click on the links at the right to learn more about these programs.

Family Junior Ranger Experiences

This summer the park will offer free programs for family groups at the Museum of Westward Expansion, the Old Courthouse, and the Gateway Arch Grounds.

All activities are directed by park staff. Participants receive a Junior Ranger Badge upon completion. Participation is limited to 25 children per program. Program times: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Call 877-982-1410 to make reservations at least one week in advance.

Westward Ho!
Discover the stories of explorers, pioneers, cowboys and native people through games and activities. (March 5, April 20, June 29, July 13, July 28)

Courthouse Adventure
Explore the Old Courthouse and learn about its history and mystery.
(June 13, July 7, August 3)

Games of Long Ago
Discover some new and some familiar games while playing children’s games of the 1800s. Conducted outside, weather permitting. (March 16, May 28, June 2, June 18, June 20, June 28, July 9, July 22, July 26)

Park Quest
Explore the grounds of the Arch, searching for hidden clues.
(April 2, May 7, May 18, June 4, June 7, June 24, July 11, July 16, July 19, July 30)

Arch Reflections!
Reflect on the unique architectural aspects from a variety of perspectives using pencil, ink, watercolor, and notebook.
(June 11, July 2, July 23)

Click here for the 2011 Family Junior Ranger Program flyer.