Visitors greeted the builders--they were the most skilled in their trade in our country in the 1960's.  They shared their incredible first-hand stories of their role in building a structure that had never been built before and nothing like it has been built since.  They also shared their memorabilia and photographs--some of which have never been seen before by the public. 

 

Also available:

Birthday cake served in Levee Mercantile. 

 

The 'construction zone'--an activity area for all ages with Arch tabletop models to build, puzzles and coloring pages. 

 

Scott Heugerich, director from Civil Pictures discussing and showing clips of their documentary The Gateway Arch:  A Reflection of America.  This documentary has won a national Telly Award as well as 4 Emmy Awards. 

 

The City of St Louis Refuse Division which provided fun activities on composting and recycling. 

 

Anniversary promotions and special commemorative products in the Museum Store.

 

Give a birthday gift or show your pride for St. Louis and the national park by ordering a Gateway Arch specialty license plate in support of education now.  (License plates for Missouri residents only)