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Special Event
Event
Bowser Birthday Bash
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Fee:
Free.Location: LAT/LONG: 38.625253, -90.186667
Located in the visitor center under the Gateway Arch.
Dates & Times
Date:
Thursday, September 15, 2022
Time:
10:00 AM
Duration:
5 hours
Type of Event
Children’s Program
Festival
Partner Program
Talk
The panel of tram mechanics will start at 1:00 PM in the tram lobby. Other activities (ranger talks, kids activities) will be happening throughout the day.
Description
Come celebrate the 101st birthday of Dick Bowser, inventor of the Gateway Arch's unique tram system. A panel of three tram mechanics (two retired and one active) will speak about Bowser, his invention, and how the tram has been maintained throughout the years in the tram lobby at 1 p.m. There will also be ranger talks, special activities for kids, discounts on tram merchandise at the Arch Store, and free birthday cupcakes at the Arch Cafe (while supplies last). Free and open to the public.