Education & Outreach

Students learning about the Dred Scott case with Ranger Don.

National Park Service

Education Programs at the Gateway Arch

The Education and Interpretation staff invite you to participate in a wide range of educational programming with Gateway Arch National Park. Programs take place onsite, virtually or in local schools (dependent on staffing) and are aligned with national and state standards. National Park Service rangers facilitate student-centered programs which may include role-playing, decision making, multiple perspectives, analytical thinking and hands-on activities using reproduction items and period clothing. The programs are designed for groups of all ages and are presented year-round, free of charge.

Need Assistance Getting Your Class to the Park?

Every Kid Outdoors

Your fourth-grade class is eligible for a FREE visit to the Gateway Arch, thanks to the Open Outdoors for Kids grant from the National Park Foundation. Fouth graders from Title 1 schools can also receive free transportation (depending on fund availability.) This is a three-part program, which includes a pre-visit, a field trip to Gateway Arch National Park and post-visit elements. To learn more, please contact the Youth Education specialists or call [phone].

The Journey Fund

Teachers from Title 1 public schools are eligible to apply for the Journey Fund to subsidize the entire cost of visiting the Gateway Arch or Old Courthouse including: transportation, meals, tram rides and the movie Monument to the Dream. This funding is offered by the Gateway Arch Park Foundation in partnership with the St. Louis Regional Business Council. Interested teachers can apply for the Journey Fund by visiting the Foundation's website.

Scheduling Your Visit

Reservations must be made at least 30 days in advance. Maximum group size is 30 students (one adult for every ten students). Please allow 50 minutes for each program. Programs at the Old Courthouse begin at the top of the hour. Programs at the Gateway Arch begin half past the hour. To learn more about education programming contact Education Specalist Nicole Anderson at 314-678-1521. To make reservations, call 314-923-3048 or fill out the group reservation form.

If you want to add tram rides or movie tickets to your visit, you can purchase tickets here. Note: schools participating in the Every Kid Outdoors or Journey Fund opportunities do not need to purchase tickets.

Partner Support

• Education programs and resources at Gateway Arch National Park are made possible through the support of our partner organizations:
  • Jefferson National Parks Association which employs two education staff members
  • Gateway Arch Park Foundation, which funds Arch field trips for Title 1 public schools

 

Fun and Learning at the Arch!

Museum Adventures at the Arch

Museum Education Programs

The Museum covers more than 200 hundred years of St. Louis history from its founding to the construction of the Gateway Arch.

I Think You're On Mute!

Distance Learning

Park Rangers are ready to offer distance learning programs for schools all around the United States and internationally.

Learning About Justice in America

Old Courthouse Programs

The St. Louis Courthouse (referred to as the Old Courthouse today) is a famous landmark across the street from the Gateway Arch.

Hands On History in the Classroom

Traveling Trunks and Materials for Loan

The Education Department offers traveling trunks, DVDs, and other materials for loan to classrooms around the United States.

Scouts Honor!

Scout Programs at the Arch

The Education Department offers free programming year-round for Scouts and Girl Scout groups visiting Gateway Arch National Park.

Lifelong Learning & Skills Building

Professional Development

The Education Department regularly offers free professional development and teacher workshops for teachers.

Upcoming Events and Programs

Plan to attend one of our ranger programs or special events!