Date: January 10, 2017
Contact: Rhonda Schier, 314-655-1634
ST. LOUIS—As part of ongoing renovations at the Gateway Arch at Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, a new permanent power source for the Arch’s exterior lights will be installed this month. The monument will betemporarily unlit from January 17 to February 3, 2017.
“While we will miss the majesty of the Arch illuminated at night for a brief period, by relocating and upgrading the panels, the public will enjoy an enhanced experience for decades to come,” says Frank Mares, Deputy Superintendent at Jefferson National Expansion Memorial.
The work, to be completed by McCarthy Building Companies, Inc., includes the removal of existing cables and conduits; the installation of new connections; and the relocation of lighting panels to a new permanent location.
TRAM RIDES SUSPENSION REMINDER: Journey to the Top tram rides at the Gateway Arch are temporarily suspended to replace the motor generator sets and upgrade the tram’s electrical system. The Visitor Center, The Arch Store, Monument to the Dream documentary film and riverfront via the Arch Grand Staircase remain available to visitors during this time. Tram rides will resume in spring 2017. Please note: During the temporary suspension of tram operations, entrance to the Arch Visitor Center is free, and tickets are not required.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Visit www.nps.gov/jeff, www.gatewayarch.com or www.facebook.com/gatewayarchNPS; or call 877-982-1410.
ABOUT:
The Gateway Arch and the Old Courthouse are part of Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, located on the riverfront in downtown St. Louis. The Gateway Arch Visitor Center features The Arch Store and Monument to the Dream documentary movie. The Visitor Center is open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the winter. The Old Courthouse which features restored courtrooms and gallery exhibits about the Dredd Scott trials, westward expansion and early St. Louis, is open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The park is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. The Courthouse is located at 11 North Fourth Street, St. Louis, MO 63102. Programs are free and made possible by the generous support from Jefferson National Parks Association and Bi-State Development.
