Gateway Arch Scouting America Programs

We welcome Cub Scouts of all levels to Gateway Arch National Park! Reservations for all Cub Scout programs are taken year round. These free programs are approximately 50 minutes in length, each highlighting a different, age-appropriate theme.

A one-month advance reservation is required. Programs are available Tuesday – Sunday. Minimum of six scouts required (max 30). Groups with less than the minimum may be placed with another group, if available. To make a reservation, please complete the scout inquiry form below.

Scout Inquiry Request

Explore Our Cub Scout Programming

Lion Cubs

Build It Up, Knock It Down
Building the Gateway Arch took many years of planning and preparation. Using the Arch as inspiration, Lions will have fun building a structure on their own and as a team.

Bear Cubs

Paws for Action
There are many symbols that represent the best of our country and communities. Bears will explore these symbols as well as the iconic Gateway Arch. They will team up with a non-profit park partner to participate in a service project at Gateway Arch National Park.

Scouting America Workshops

Scouting America workshops are available for scouts, grades 6 – 8, and are scheduled at varying times June – August. These workshops are designed to help scouts earn specific merit badges. Space is limited and workshops fill up quickly.

Reservations will open in 2026 once dates and offerings have been determined. Reservations are made in the order they are received. A member of our team will contact you via email once the registration has been completed. To make a reservation, please complete the scout inquiry form below.

Please view our descriptions of our scout workshops listed below.

Law Merit Badge

Does protecting the law involve bravery? Does telling the truth equal courage? Investigate the judicial system and its important role in our society. Scouts re-enact a historic trial and debate contemporary issues. An attorney and a National Park Service Law Enforcement Ranger will discuss their roles and responsibilities in society. This workshop is held at the Old Courthouse.

Workshop Dates
June 25, 2027
August 6, 2027
8:30 am-1:30 pm with a 30-minute lunch break. Scouts will need to bring their lunch.

The Law Merit Badge workshop will take place at the Old Courthouse.

Image of a merit badge with a gavel on it.

Public Speaking Merit Badge

During this half-day workshop, Scouts will explore methods for clearly communicating ideas and feelings. A National Park Ranger will present how techniques and presentation resources can help a public speaker connect with an audience. Scouts will explore using the voice and the body as tools while presenting scripted and impromptu speeches. They will prepare and present a Ranger Talk at the Gateway Arch Museum. Upon completion of the requirements, Scouts will earn the Public Speaking Merit Badge.

Workshop Dates
June 30, 2027
August 2, 2027
9:00 am-12:30 pm
The Public Speaker Merit Badge will take place at the Arch in the education classroom/museum.

Image of National Park Service Scout Ranger badge

Resource Stewardship Scout Ranger Patches

To earn the Resource Stewardship Scout Ranger Program patch through a troop, event, travel, or camp experience, complete 10 hours of educational activities or volunteer service at one or more National Parks.

Activities may include:

Volunteer service projects
Ranger-guided tours
Junior Ranger programs
Other NPS education programs

Track your hours and submit your completed sheet to an NPS staff member at your final park or by email.

To earn a certificate, complete a minimum of 5 hours of educational activities and/or volunteer service, then download your Resource Stewardship Scout Ranger Certificate of Completion.

Visit the NPS website for more information.

Scout Reservation Form

Scout Leaders and/or parents please complete this form to receive additional details about field trips or register your scout(s) for the merit badge workshops provided by the National Park Service. A member of our team will contact you once the form has been completed.

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Gateway Arch Tram (Ticketed)

1-hour Riverfront Cruises (Ticketed)

Documentary Movie (Ticketed)

Self-Guided Museum Tour (Free)

Ranger-led Education Programs (Free)

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Educational Resources

You are invited to use the following educational resources provided by the National Park Service to enrich your group’s learning experience.