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Signature City St. Louis: History & Heritage in the Gateway City

Program No. 12804RJ
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Duration
6 days
Program Begins
St Louis, MO
Program Concludes
St Louis, MO
Group Type
Small Group
Meals
11 ( 5B, 2L, 4D )
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St. Louis’ position near the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri Rivers gives it a central place in the American story. This is where Lewis and Clark struck out for the Northwest. Where jazz made its mark on its move northward. Where the world gathered for an exhibition of epic proportions and where battles for freedom and equality played out. On this learning adventure, trace St. Louis’ journey from a small trading post to a great American city. Learn the story of the 1904 World’s Fair, where innovation — and controversy — grabbed the headlines. Visit the Old Courthouse where the Dred Scott Case was first tried in the lead-up to the Civil War. Study the city’s rich music history including jazz and blues. Ascend the Gateway Arch, the tallest in the world. Walk historic neighborhoods, hear about the city’s brewing heritage, explore its spectacular botanical gardens and more!
Best of all, you'll...
  • Ride a tram to the top of the Eero Saarinen-designed Gateway Arch — at 630 feet, the tallest in the world.
  • Explore the fascinating history of the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair, aka the Louisiana Purchase Exposition, at the Missouri History Museum and at the Forest Park pavilion built with the fair’s proceeds.
  • Enjoy the National Blues Museum, the only museum dedicated to the story of the blues.
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Bob Gill
Bob graduated from Southern Illinois University and recently retired from being the Instructional Media Manager at St. Charles Community College. He has been involved with media for over 30 years as a teacher, video producer and multimedia specialist. For the past 15 years, Bob has been giving presentations regularly on numerous topics related to media, history and the environment. He has produced documentaries on a wide variety of subjects and has received Best Documentary awards from the Illinois Historical Society and the Missouri Film Festival.
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This expert may not be available for every date of the program
Please Note:
These experts may not be available for every date of the program
Bob graduated from Southern Illinois University and recently retired from being the Instructional Media Manager at St. Charles Community College. He has been involved with media for over 30 years as a teacher, video producer and multimedia specialist. For the past 15 years, Bob has been giving presentations regularly on numerous topics related to media, history and the environment. He has produced documentaries on a wide variety of subjects and has received Best Documentary awards from the Illinois Historical Society and the Missouri Film Festival.
Andy is the Executive Director for the historical Campbell House. He helped plan and manage the exterior and interior restoration of the house, this included the evaluation and contracting the conservation of the collections. Working closely with the Board of Directors he developed a dynamic interpretation and education driven mission including, volunteer materials, programs and educational lesson plans.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to 3 miles per day at a moderate pace of 2 mph over city sidewalks and in museums. Standing up to 3 hours per day. Program will require approximately 6.5 miles of walking over 5 days. Must be physically capable of participating in all planned program activities.
Small Group (13 to 24)
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
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  • Peace of Mind

    We want your Road Scholar learning adventure to be something to look forward to—not worry about. That’s why we go to the ends of the earth to give you peace of mind, from the moment you enroll until the day you return home.

    An illustration of a hand using a pen to check off the final item on a clipboard checklist
  • Assurance Plan

    Road Scholar is committed to the well-being of every participant, whether on a program in the United States or abroad. That’s why all participants are covered under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan, which provides 24-hour assistance in the event of an emergency during your program, as well as insurance for emergency medical evacuation.

    An illustration of an elderly man sitting at a computer with a pair of binoculars beside him
  • Want to Protect Your Investment?

    Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

    An illustration of an elderly woman holding a piggy bank, with the Eiffel Tower in the background
  • Sustainable Travel

    We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.

    An illustration of a hand holding a globe with a small bird flying around it