St. Louis Official Visitors Guide 2009

MERAMEC CAVERNS One hour west of St. Louis. Guided tours of natural wonder. Motel and campgrounds, gift shop, restaurant, boat rides, canoe rentals. Open daily. Extended summer hours. $16.50 adults; $8 children 5–11; under 5 free. -Limited I-44, exit 230 • Stanton • (800) 676-6105 (636) 451-5400 • www.americascave.com MINIATURE MUSEUM OF GREATER ST. LOUIS preservation and study of Missouri and its involvement in the American Civil War. Historic Jefferson Barracks • 222 Worth Rd. (314) 845-1861 • www.mcwm.org MISSOURI HISTORY MUSEUM MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY RELIGIOUS ART (MOCRA) Permanent and rotating exhibits featuring dolls and dollhouses, room boxes and vignettes, furniture and accessories in all scales. Gift shop and library devoted to miniatures. $5 adults; $4 seniors 62 and up and youth 13-18; $2 children 2-12; members free. 4746 Gravois Rd. • (314) 832-7790 http://miniaturemuseum.org MISSOURI BOTANICAL GARDEN Permanent exhibitions currently on view include “Seeking St. Louis,” an exciting, state-ofthe-art, interactive, two-gallery exhibition that tells the history of the region from earliest times to the present, Lindbergh and the 1904 World’s Fair. Programs and outreach services, including traveling exhibitions, tours, theatrical and musical presentations, family festivals, special events, workshops and lectures. Forest Park • 5700 Lindell Blvd. (314) 746-4599 • www.mohistory.org MOTOMUSEUM World’s first museum of interfaith contemporary art, housed in a spacious former chapel. Promoting dialogue between artists and faith traditions. Permanent collection and changing exhibitions. 3700 W. Pine Pedestrian Mall on the campus of Saint Louis University (314) 977-7170 http://mocra.slu.edu MUSEUM OF TRANSPORTATION A National Historic Landmark, founded in 1859, with 79 acres of scenic landscaping and elegant structures. Don’t miss the Climatron® tropical rain forest, the Japanese Garden, Seiwa-en and founder Henry Shaw’s Victorian home. $8 adults; free to children 12 and under. Seasonal narrated tram tours, restaurant, gift shop. Free on-site parking. 4344 Shaw Blvd. • (800) 642-8842 (314) 577-9400 • www.mobot.org MISSOURI CIVIL WAR MUSEUM, LIBRARY & RESEARCH CENTER A collection of motorcycles from more than 20 countries around the globe and dating back nearly 100 years. Perfect venue for special events. 3441 Olive St. • (314) 533-3091 www.themotomuseum.com MOUNT PLEASANT WINERY More than 300 pieces including steam, diesel and electric locomotives, passenger and freight cars, automobiles, streetcars, buses and aircraft. $6 adults; $4 children and seniors age 65 and up. 3015 Barrett Station Rd. (314) 965-6885 www.museumoftransport.org MUSEUM OF WESTWARD EXPANSION Enjoy award-winning wines, spectacular views, shopping and wine tasting. Guided tours of the majestic grounds, historic buildings and original limestone cellars available. 5634 High St. • Augusta (800) 467-9463 • (636) 482-9463 www.mountpleasant.com An educational learning center dedicated to the Explore the world of Native Americans and the 19th-century pioneers who helped shape the history of the American West. Extensive collection of artifacts related to the westward expansion of the U.S. An authentic American Indian tipi, an overview of the Lewis & Clark expedition and Indian Peace Medals are just some of the highlights. Under the Gateway Arch (314) 655-1700 www.nps.gov/jeff/index.htm (800) 916-0092 The Official St. Louis Visitors Guide 51 http://www.mcwm.org http://www.americascave.com http://mocra.slu.edu http://www.mohistory.org http://miniaturemuseum.org http://www.museumoftransport.org http://www.themotomuseum.com http://www.mobot.org http://www.mountpleasant.com http://www.nps.gov/jeff/index.htm http://www.mohistory.org http://www.mohistory.org

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St. Louis Official Visitors Guide 2009 Contents St. Louis Thrives Must-See St. Louis All-Star History Pujols Family Foundation Calendar of Events Family Fun St. Louis' Friendly Environment Urban Melting Pot Fashion Direct Route 66 Architecture Tour Cultural Connections Day Trips Iconic St. Louisans Attractions My St. Louis: Russ Mitchell My St. Louis: Christina Machamber My St. Louis: Ridley Pearson Sports My St. Louis: Naam Pruitt Music, Dance & Theatre Outdoor Recreation My St. Louis: Christine Brewer Shopping Dining Nightlife St. Louis Beer History My St. Louis: Nelly Accommodations Campgrounds & RV Resorts Bed & Breakfast Getting Around Visitor Services Maps Advertiser Index 2009 St. Louis Meeting Planner Guide

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