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As a symbol for St Louis, the Gateway Arch has soared above any expectations its backers could have had in 1965 when it opened. Now the centerpiece of its own recently christened national park, the silvery, shimmering Arch is the Great Plains' own Eiffel Tower. It stands 630ft high and symbolizes St Louis' historical role as 'Gateway to the West.'
Gateway Arch je kovový oblouk v St. Louis, připomínající význam města pro osidlování amerického Západu v 19. století.Nachází se na břehu řeky Mississippi v parku Jefferson National Expansion Memorial a je orientován severojižním směrem jako symbolická brána na západ. S myšlenkou pomníku prvním osadníkům přišel roku 1933 místní právník Luther Ely Smith.
Gateway Arch National Park, formerly Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, consists of the Gateway Arch, the museum under the arch, and St. Louis' Old Courthouse. During a nationwide competition in 1947-48, architect Eero Saarinen's inspired design for a 630-foot stainless steel arch was chosen as a perfect monument to the spirit of the western pioneers.
Dec 26, 2022 · The Gateway Arch, Old Courthouse and park grounds form a natural focal point for a vibrant downtown St. Louis. As an urban site, the Arch offers an oasis to visitors, while remaining in proximity to a number of local attractions, hotels, and restaurants. Visitors will find a number of downtown hotspots easily within walking distance, including ...
The Gateway Arch is a memorial that refers to the westward expansion of the United States in the nineteenth century, but also served to create jobs in the ‘ 60s.. One of the reasons that the judges of the competition were in favor of the design of the great arch was because it was compatible with the historic Old Courthouse in St. Louis Riverfront, located across the two main streets to ...
The Gateway Arch Park Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to ensure that the Gateway Arch, its grounds, neighboring public space, and attractions will be a vital, welcoming, well-supported resource to the community and nation for generations to come.
Rebecca is a Pensacola native who graduated from the University of West Florida with a degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. She has been a part of The Arc Gateway team for over 2 decades, starting her career with us in 1997. Rebecca’s first position with The Arc Gateway was a Support Specialist in the Pal/Ace program.
