4th Annual Night at the Museum Set for March 22
Release Date: January 21, 2014
Contact: Ann Honious, JNEM
Phone: 314-655-1614
Contact: Jenna Todoroff, Common Ground PR
Phone: 636-530-1235
4th Annual Night at the Museum Set for March 22
Gateway Arch Museum of Westward Expansion hosts historical characters retelling stories of the American West
“This is one of the last major events the museum will host before its construction and renovation, which will bring an entirely new experience,” said Ann Honious, Chief, Museum Services and Interpretation, Jefferson National Expansion Memorial. “We encourage guests to spend an evening with us to learn about
Night at the Museum features historical characters dressed in period clothingfrom pioneers and mountain men to frontier soldierswho will share their tales of the settling of the American West and recount what life was like during these early times in American history. Kids can take part in several Old West-themed activities such as buffalo chip races, building their own branding irons, exploring a tipi, singing songs and learning about keel boat cordelling.
Space is limited and reservations are required. Tickets are $15 per person (children 2 and under are free) and include a tram ride to the top of the Arch and hot dog dinner. Kids ages 3-15 will receive passes for a future Gateway Arch Riverboat sightseeing cruise. For reservations and more information, call 877-982-1410 or visit www.gatewayarch.com. Those who purchase their tickets online at http://ticketsforthearch.com will receive free parking at the Gateway Arch Parking Garage.