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Gateway to the West

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.
 

Gateway Arch and the Museum of Westward Expansion

All visitors must pass through a secure checkpoint into the Visitor Center. Please allow extra time to enter.
Thomas Jefferson's vision of the spread of freedom and democracy from "sea to shining sea" inspired Eero Saarinen's masterpiece of modern design. The 630 foot stainless steel Gateway Arch reflects St. Louis' role as the gateway to the West.

Visitors to the Gateway Arch can tour the Museum of Westward Expansion, ride the tram to the top, and watch the movies Lewis and Clark: Great Journey West and Monument to the Dream.


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Old Courthouse

Visitors to the Old Courthouse can tour restored courtrooms and history galleries, as well as learn about the Dred Scott trial and other significant cases that took place in the building.


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Upcoming Events and Programs

Click here to learn more about events and programs presented by Jefferson National Expansion Memorial staff and partners throughout the year.


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Jefferson National Expansion Memorial
11 N. 4th Street
St. Louis, MO 63102

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(314) 655-1700

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(877) 982-1410

Climate

Summers are often hot and humid, with average temperatures in the high 80 or 90 degrees Fahrenheit; autumn and spring are mild and pleasant; winters are rarely harsh, with average temperatures about 30 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Did You Know?
Meriwether Lewis took his Newfoundland dog Seaman on the Lewis and Clark expedition? Seaman made the entire trip with the Corps and is credited with waking the members when a bison entered the camp and almost trampled them. Click here to learn more about Lewis and Clark.
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Last Updated: December 20, 2011 at 09:31 MST

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