Missouri History Museum Events and Special Programs Celebrating the Eads Bridge 150th AnniversaryBuilding the Bridge, a 150th Anniversary Tribute Learn more about the amazing Eads bridge and the innovations in its construction process at this series of talks by Purdue University Engineering professor and bridge historian Paul Giroux at the Gateway Arch Visitor Center's Tucker Theater Sunday, June 30th at 1pm Tuesday, July 2nd at 1pm Thursday, July 4th at 1pm Saturday, July 6th at 1pm Ranger Presentations A ranger led talk or tour each day focusing on the Eads Bridge. Meet at the entrance to the Arch museum for this program. Saturday, June 29, 2:15pm Sunday, June 30, 2:15pm Monday, July 1, 2:15pm Tuesday, July 2, 2:15pm Wednesday, July 3, 2:15pm Thursday, July 4, 2:15pm Friday, July 5, 2:15pm Saturday, July 6, 2:15pm Sunday, July 7, 2:15pm Ranger Art Program Tuesday, July 2, 3pm - 5pm. Wednesday, July 3, 3pm - 5pm. Thursday, July 4, 3pm - 5pm. Friday, July 5, 3pm - 5pm. Help create an special painting of the bridge with Ranger Tony Items on loan from the St. Louis Engineers Club and Paul and Teresa Entwistle will be added to the Eads section of the museum the last week of June. Cobblestones & Courage, a VR Experience Learn more about James Eads in this VR experience presented by park partner Jefferson National Parks Association (fee involved) Special promotional items for the bridge anniversary will be available in the Arch Gift Shop. |
Last updated: June 18, 2024