Jefferson National Expansion Memorial

Congress Considering New Parks

James Polk's name doesn't often come up when the question of who were the most famous presidents is raised. But a congressman from Tennessee believes Polk, the country's 11th president, is deserving of a national park system unit.

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By NPT Staff - January 16th, 2018 1:45am

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Follow The American Dream In National Parks

Every national park tells the story of someone who had a dream. Whether that story is about the original American dream of freedom and democracy, the dreams of people who worked to instill change in society, or the drive of the American people to always pursue a better life, parks find a way to remind people of the power of dreaming.

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By NPT Staff - August 6th, 2017 3:00am

Tram To Top Of Gateway Arch Will Close Until Spring For Upgrades

Visitors hoping to take in the view from the top of the iconic, 630-foot-tall Gateway Arch in St. Louis will have to get there by November 28 or wait until next spring.

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By NPT Staff - November 17th, 2016 2:30am

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Analysis Shows Stains On Jefferson National Expansion Memorial Arch Just Cosmetic

Worries that the dazzling arch in St. Louis at the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial was experiencing some structural fatigue have been allayed by an analyis that shows staining on the arch is superficial and can be remedied.

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By NPT Staff - September 29th, 2012 3:03am

Traveler's Checklist: Jefferson National Expansion Memorial in St. Louis

Standing under the iconic arch at the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial is awesome. But the site has so much more worth exploring.

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By [email protected] - August 22nd, 2011 3:00am

Are National Park Brochures Beginning to Rely on the Internet For Depth?

While the Internet is a wonderful tool for research, are some brochures to national parks beginning to rely too much on cyberspace for depth of interpretation? If you compare old and new brochures from Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, it sure seems like it.

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By preston - March 29th, 2010 8:10am

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Missouri Motorists Can Help Youth Through Jefferson Expansion National Memorial License Plate Program

If you live in Missouri and want to help youth get better connected with national parks, consider buying a license plate that commemorates Jefferson National Expansion Memorial.

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By Kurt Repanshek - March 14th, 2010 6:16am

Gateway Arch Offers Extended Hours Thanksgiving Weekend To Accommodate Holiday Visitors

The day after Thanksgiving is traditionally a big day for shopping, so it may come as a surprise that's it's also the busiest day of the year for at least one NPS area. If you plan to visit the Gateway Arch in St. Louis this coming weekend, here's some information on extended hours and how to purchase advance tickets.

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By Jim Burnett - November 22nd, 2009 4:00am

After Plenty of Debate, General Management Plan for Jefferson National Expansion Memorial is Completed

It's taken nearly two years and created more than a little controversy, but the final General Management Plan for Jefferson National Expansion Memorial in St. Louis (which includes the "Gateway Arch") has been completed and released for public review. What happens next?

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By Jim Burnett - October 28th, 2009 6:00am

New Exhibit at Jefferson National Expansion Memorial Features 100 Paintings of NPS Areas

In you live in the St. Louis area or will be visiting Jefferson National Expansion Memorial (the "Gateway Arch") between October 1 and December 1, here's a chance to enjoy a free exhibit of 100 paintings of 45 different NPS areas. The works were winners in the 2009 PaintAmerica competition.

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By Jim Burnett - September 29th, 2009 5:00am

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