Battle of St. Louis Demonstration

View of the reflection ponds in Gateway Arch National park at the beginning of fall.

Event Details

  • Illustration of a clock Date: May 23, 2026
    Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm
  • Illustration of a ticket FREE

Gateway Arch National Park Rangers and living history volunteers will tell the story of the British-led attack on St. Louis, on May 26, 1780. This year, blank firings of musket and cannon demonstrations will be at the top of the hour at 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm.

It will take place outside, near the South Reflection Pond. The demonstration will happen continously from 10am to 4pm on Saturday, May 23.

Visit the Gateway Arch National Park calendar for more information.

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