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Jefferson National Expansion Memorial
Jefferson National Expansion Memorial Expanded Hours For Summer 2008

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Date: May 12, 2008
Contact: Bob Moore, 314-655-1600

Starting Saturday May 24th, through Labor Day, September 1st, the Gateway Arch will operate on its summer schedule with the visitor center and museum open from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and the trams to the top of the Arch running from 8:15 a.m. to 9:10 p.m.  Visitors wanting to avoid the busy late-morning and mid-day periods should take advantage of the less crowded evening hours to visit the Gateway Arch.  To purchase advance tickets visit www.gatewayarch.com on the internet.

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Did You Know?
The Lewis and Clark expedition sent back animals to President Jefferson from Ft. Mandan. Four magpies, a prairie dog, and a sharptailed grouse were sent back with Corporal Warfington. Unfortunately, only the prairie dog and one magpie survived the arduous journey. Learn more about the journey here.
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Last Updated: May 12, 2008 at 16:56 EST