Gateway Arch

06/19/2026

Some of the most important stories in Gateway Arch National Park aren't about what rises into the sky.

They're about people who stood their ground.

Visit the Old Courthouse to learn about Dred and Harriet Scott and their fight for freedom that began in this historic building.

06/18/2026

🧭 Consider the Old Courthouse my official wayfinding assistant. It points visitors straight toward the Gateway Arch National Park visitor entrance.

06/17/2026

Let fate decide your celebrations! My big day is only two weeks away. 🎉 Woot woot! 🎉! Tell us in the comments how you’ll celebrate!

1. Take a Tram Ride to the Top
2. Visit the Museum under GatewayArchNationalParkService
3. See the “Hey, there’s the Arch!” exhibit in the Old Courthouse
4. Board a 1-hr St. Louis Riverfront Cruise on Riverboats at the Gateway Arch
5. Buy some Arch gear from the Arch Store
6. Walk and/or drive by me just so you can yell, “Hey look, it’s the Arch”
7. Picnic with STL-style pizza, toasted ravioli & gooey butter cake under the Arch
8. Tell everyone you know 1 fun fact about the Arch. The fact could be that it’s both 630 feet tall & wide!

Why is it my fave day of the year? Because I’m not only 630 feet tall, I’m also 630 feet wide. Which means June 30 (6/30) is the one day a year that’s literally made for me.

📹 Walking towards the Gateway Arch on a busy summer day with lots of visitors walking around.

06/17/2026

is only two weeks away. 🎉 Woot woot! 🎉

Why is it my fave day of the year? Because I’m not only 630 feet tall, I’m also 630 feet wide. Which means June 30 (6/30) is the one day a year that’s literally made for me. 💁‍♀️

Help me celebrate by participating in our annual stacking challenge, like many of my friends did last year! Here's how to join the fun:
1) Measure something unique to you.
2) Calculate how many it would take to reach the Arch's 630-foot height or width!
3) Take a photo of the item or create a graphic using this Google Folder: https://hubs.li/Q04lD7Pz0
4) Post the image on June 30th with and tag

06/14/2026

This view is going to cost you a little less today, becase today is a Gateway Arch National Park FEE FREE DAY!

That means the $3 NPS entrance free included in the price of an Adult Tram Ride to the Top and Documentary Movie ticket has been waived. Book early before this view sells out!

06/14/2026

TRAVEL ALERT: Downtown St. Louis Highway & Street Closures
Travel Alert: MO Department of Transportation is monitoring a sinkhole under I-44, that has caused some highway and street closures in downtown St. Louis. While our attractions remain fully accessible, traffic patterns nearby may be a little different than usual. If you are visiting the Gateway Arch or the Gateway Arch Riverboats, we recommend planning for extra travel time and potential delays.

For the most up-to-date road conditions, please check MoDOT - St. Louis

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06/13/2026

Today’s the day to go touch grass. 👣🥬 Literally. It’s National Get Outdoors Day, so get outside.

I’ll be right here waiting for you.

06/11/2026

🌇 Golden hour hits different in front of the Gateway Arch's visitor center entrance.

06/09/2026

I know, I know. I’m hard to miss. But don’t overlook the beauty and history sitting right beside me.

Add the revitalized Old Courthouse to your next Gateway Arch National Park visit for another iconic view.