Rate Jefferson National Expansion Memorial
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About this location:
National Expansion Memorial
Operating Hours & Seasons
Summer Hours at the Gateway Arch
Summer hours run from the Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day 8:00 am – 10:00 pm
Standard Hours
- Sunday:8:00 AM-10:00 PM
- Monday:8:00 AM-10:00 PM
- Tuesday:8:00 AM-10:00 PM
- Wednesday:8:00 AM-10:00 PM
- Thursday:8:00 AM-10:00 PM
- Friday:8:00 PM-10:00 PM
- Saturday:8:00 AM-10:00 PM
Summer Hours at the Old Courthouse
Summer Hours run from the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day 7:30 am – 8:00 pm
Standard Hours
- Sunday:7:30 AM-8:00 PM
- Monday:7:30 AM-8:00 PM
- Tuesday:7:30 AM-8:00 PM
- Wednesday:7:30 AM-8:00 PM
- Thursday:7:30 AM-8:00 PM
- Friday:7:30 PM-8:00 PM
- Saturday:7:30 AM-8:00 PM
Winter Hours at the Gateway Arch
Winter Hours run from Labor Day until Memorial Day 9:00 am until 6 pm daily The park is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
Standard Hours
- Sunday:9:00 AM-6:00 PM
- Monday:9:00 AM-6:00 PM
- Tuesday:9:00 AM-6:00 PM
- Wednesday:9:00 AM-6:00 PM
- Thursday:9:00 AM-6:00 PM
- Friday:9:00 AM-6:00 PM
- Saturday:9:00 AM-6:00 PM
Winter Hours at the Old Courthouse
Winter hours run from Memorial Day until Labor Day 8:00 am until 5:00 pm The park is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day
Standard Hours
- Sunday:8:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Monday:8:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Tuesday:8:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Wednesday:8:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Thursday:8:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Friday:8:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Saturday:8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Fees & Passes
Entrance Fees:
- $3.00 – Gateway Arch Entrance Fee
The entrance fee is $3.00 per person. Entry is free for children under 16 and America the Beautiful pass holders. The tram ride is an additional fee for adults and children.
About
Gateway to the West
The Gateway Arch reflects St. Louis’ role in the Westward Expansion of the United States during the nineteenth century. The park is a memorial to Thomas Jefferson’s role in opening the West, to the pioneers who helped shape its history, and to Dred Scott who sued for his freedom in the Old Courthouse.
Directions
For directions click on the provided link
Visitor Centers
Old Courthouse
During the construction phase at the Gateway Arch the Old Courthouse will serve as the Visitor Center.
Weather
Normal Daily Mean Temperature (in degrees Fahrenheit)* January – 29.3 February – 33.9 March – 45.1 April – 56.7 May – 66.1 June – 75.4 July – 79.8 August – 77.6 September – 70.2 October – 58.4 November – 46.2 December – 33.9 Average Percent of Days with Sunshine* January – 50% February – 52% March – 54% April – 56% May – 59% June – 66% July – 68% August – 65% September – 63% October – 60% November – 46% December – 53% *Source: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
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