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Drone view of the arch facing the Old Courthouse and the grounds in between. This shot features part of the St. Louis skyline, park grounds and connecting streets.
A crudely photoshopped image of the Tom Sawyer Riverboat in front of the Gateway Arch in St. Louis with McDonald's signage on the boat.

Hold Your Anchors! The Floating McDonald’s is Coming Back to St. Louis!

April 2, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (and your amusement):  Prepare to have your tastebuds and nautical sensibilities rocked, St. Louis! Riverboats at the Gateway Arch is thrilled…

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A couple sit in a spacious pod as part of the Tram Ride to the Top of the Gateway Arch.

Ditch the Summer Rush and Embrace the “Chill” of Arch Value Days!

February 4, 2025
Craving a Gateway Arch visit without the summer tourist frenzy? Well, winter is your time to experience breathtaking panoramic views of the Mississippi River…

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Snow covered trees and shrubs frame the Gateway Arch.

Explore Gateway Arch National Park Virtually During A Snow Day Closure

January 6, 2025
While Gateway Arch National Park may close due to inclement weather, that doesn’t mean you can’t explore its wonders! The National Park Service has…

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Santa aboard the riverboat cruise for holiday pajama event.

Capture the Magic of the Holidays on the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch

November 15, 2024
The holiday season is a time for creating memories, sharing traditions, and embracing the magic that makes this time of year so special. This…

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Arch grounds designed map includes graphics of gateway arch, riverfront, levee, grand staircase, paved paths and ponds.

5 Picture-Perfect Photo Spots in Gateway Arch National Park

June 26, 2023
Gateway Arch National Park is the perfect backdrop for a photoshoot. Its many scenic spots offer countless angles to capture life’s milestones and Instagram-worthy…

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Family posing in front of the Gateway Arch.

6 Things to Know When Visiting the Gateway Arch

December 16, 2021
There are so many things that go into planning a visit anywhere, sometimes it’s difficult to make sure you’ve checked all the boxes! We’re…

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The last piece being inserted into the top of the Gateway Arch.

A Lesson in Gateway Arch Architecture

October 15, 2021
The 60th anniversary of the completion of the Gateway Arch is October 28, 2025! To celebrate, we’re spotlighting some of the unique aspects of…

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A tan and white colored dog wearing a yellow BARK Ranger bandana.

A Pawsitively Fantastic Park

August 20, 2021
Gateway Arch National Park isn’t just for humans! Your four-legged furry friends are also invited to enjoy the park’s 91 acres of greenspace and…

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A black and white image of Dick Bowser.

The Invention of the Tram Ride to the Top

February 11, 2021
What do you get when you combine the engineering of an elevator and Ferris Wheel? The Gateway Arch’s Tram Ride to the Top, one…

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Dred and Harriet Scott statue at night.

The Scotts’ Suit for Freedom

June 5, 2020
Looking west out of the windows of the Arch observation deck to St. Louis below, its hard to miss the green dome of the…

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