Distance Learning

A Virtual Tour of the Gateway Arch Museum

Grade Level:
Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
Subject:
Social Studies
Common Core Standards:
K.L.1, K.L.4, K.L.4.a, 1.L.1, 1.L.4, 1.L.4.a, 2.L.1, 2.L.4, 2.L.4.a, 3.L.1, 3.L.4, 3.L.4.a, 4.L.1, 4.L.4, 4.L.4.a, 5.L.1, 5.L.4, 5.L.4.a, 6.L.1, 6.L.4, 7.L.1, 7.L.4, 7.L.4.a, 8.L.1, 8.L.4, 8.L.4.a, 9-10.L.1, 9-10.L.4, 9-10.L.4.a, 11-12.L.1, 11-12.L.4, 11-12.L.4.a, K.RF.3, K.RF.4, 1.RF.1, 1.RF.3, 1.RF.4, 1.RF.4.c, 2.RF.3, 2.RF.4, 2.RF.4.c, 3.RF.3, 3.RF.4, 3.RF.4.c, 4.RF.3, 4.RF.4, 4.RF.4.c, 5.RF.3, 5.RF.4, 5.RF.4.c, 6-8.RH.1, 6-8.RH.2, 6-8.RH.3, 6-8.RH.4, 6-8.RH.6, 6-8.RH.7, 6-8.RH.9, 9-10.RH.1, 9-10.RH.2, 9-10.RH.3, 9-10.RH.4, 9-10.RH.6, 9-10.RH.7, 9-10.RH.9, 11-12.RH.1, 11-12.RH.2, 11-12.RH.3, 11-12.RH.4, 11-12.RH.6, 11-12.RH.7, 11-12.RH.9
State Standards:
MO Learning Standards for Social Studies (k-5): 1D, 1E, 2A, 3aA, 3aB, 3aC, 3aF, 5A, 5B, 5C, 5D, 5E, 5F, 6A, 6E, 7A, 7B. (6-12): 1.1B, 1.1E, 1.2A, 1.2E, 3.1A, 5.1A, 5.1B, 5.4D. IL Learning Standards: SS.G (k-12), SS.H (k-12) SS.IS (9-12), SS.SOC (9-12).

Meet the people and hear the stories of those who lived, settled, and worked in the "West" during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Join a Park Ranger virtually to learn about the interactions of settlers and Native Americans and advancements in technology through activities related to St. Louis during the Colonial Era (1764-early 1800s), the Lewis and Clark voyage, the fur trade, the life experiences of Plains Indians, and settlers on the trail. 

The virtual tour of the museum at the Gateway Arch can be catered to meet the needs of all k-12 groups interested in visiting. Virtual programs typically last around 20-25 minutes with time for Q&A. Please be prepared to share your screen or hosting capability with the ranger so they can use any digital materials they have created. The ranger will also email the teacher any suggested activities and sujbect specific materials ahead of time. Reservations must be made at least 30 days in advance. When setting up a virtual tour, be prepared to answer the following questions: 

  • Confirm the program topic, date, time (and time zone).

  • Is there anything specific you would like to see highlighted in the program?

  • Please share any other pertinent information about your class (such as any necessary accomodations for students with visual or hearing impairments).

  • What digital platform you will be using and the digital link to connect to.


To make reservations, call 314-923-3048. You can also learn more about the six featured exhibits inside the museum ahead of time. 

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Last updated: January 5, 2023