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Jefferson National Expansion Memorial Arch and Old Courthouse at Night
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Jefferson National Expansion Memorial
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Can't schedule a Ranger-led tour? Try our new Scavenger Hunt! (Don't forget the Answer Key).

You may also try a Teacher-led Tour Kit.

The kit includes:

  • A "possibles bag" of hands-on objects for either the Old Courthouse or the Museum of Westward Expansion.
  • A teacher-led guide to use during your visit. Choose from either the Museum of Westward Expansion: Life in the West or the Old Courthouse: St. Louis: Past and Present.

Free videos and DVDs are available for loan for showing in your classroom. Visit our Media Loan page.

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Did You Know?
The Lewis and Clark expedition sent back animals to President Jefferson from Ft. Mandan. Four magpies, a prairie dog, and a sharptailed grouse were sent back with Corporal Warfington. Unfortunately, only the prairie dog and one magpie survived the arduous journey. Learn more about the journey here.
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Last Updated: May 28, 2011 at 12:48 MST