Regularly Scheduled Summer Programs.Ranger-led indoor museum tours. Daily at 11:15 and 2:15 at the arch museum, and at 2:15 at the Old Courthouse.Learn about the Arch's construction, St. Louis’ role in the westward expansion of the U.S., our city's French origins, the legacy of the Dred Scott trials at the Old Courthouse, or many other topics on a ranger-guided tour. Tours typically last 20-30 minutes. Check today's topics on the magnet boards at the entrances. Reading with a Ranger. Sundays from June 22 to July 13. 11:15am. Held in the Education Classroom at Gateway Arch National Park's visitor center.Children and their families are invited to explore their unique selves, their neighborhoods, and their country through children’s literature and a group discussion led by a park ranger at Gateway Arch National Park. On Sundays June 22, June 29, July 6, and July 13, children will read a book together with a park ranger, engage in a group discussion, and then do an activity connecting the book to the national park. ACCOMMODATIONS REQUEST: If you would like to request ASL interpretation services or other reasonable accommodations for a disability, please contact Melissa Henderson of the National Park Service at Melissa_Corsaut@nps.gov at least two weeks in advance of the session you are interested in attending. Touch tables. As staffing allows. At various locations throughout the museum.Touch Tables are displays that allow visitors to tangibly connect with the park’s living history collections in a safe and positive environment. Learn about the early fur trade, pioneer toys, sabots (a French wooden shoe), or many other topics. Wellness challenge. Year round, self-guided throughout the park.The NPS Wellness Challenge promotes the unique ways in which our national park sites promote healthy lifestyles, highlighting specific activities that further physical, learning and mental wellness. At Gateway Arch National Park, participants can earn Wellness Challenge badges by taking the Tram Ride to the Top, walking up the Arch Grand Staircase, or becoming a Junior Ranger, among many other activities. To get started, visit the Information Desk in the Arch Visitor Center or check out our NPS Wellness Challenge website. 
2025 Gateway to the Stars Events:An astronomy or National Park related educational program will precede free telescope viewing of the Moon and other celestial objects.
NPS Photo 2025 B.A.R.K. Ranger EventsAll B.A.R.K. events will be held outdoors and all will meet at the entrance plaza. Events will be cancelled or rescheduled in case of inclement weather. All dogs must be leashed and friendly. See our Pets page for more information about B.A.R.K. Ranger. Sunday, July 20 at 10am. Puppuccino Crawl. Dogs get to enjoy a pup cup while we stroll the grounds. Sunday, September 21 at 10am. Dog Art. Create a special piece of art with your pet. All materials will be provided. Sunday, October 19 at 10am. Pet Costume Parade. Dress up your pets and show them off in a parade around the Arch. **Note: there will be no prizes for the parade. All dogs are good boys and girls. Keep checking this page for more information about future events
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Last updated: June 4, 2025