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Come and enjoy river front activities, great downtown attractions, and some of the best museums in America. St. Louis best destination....

5700 Lindell Blvd St Louis, MO 63105-2317 Phone (314) 746-4599 Cross streets DeBaliviere Avenue

Antique Domestic Exhibits chronicling the early days of the territory that is now Missouri are filled with the clothes, machines, furniture, literature and day-to-day details of the area's residents. We all know about Thomas Jefferson and Lewis and Clark, but here you'll also learn how people washed their clothes, what their beds were like and what they did for fun. Another favorite stop for visitors is the Jefferson Gallery, which contains exhibits related to the 1904 World's Fair. The Site The museum is housed in the Jefferson Memorial Building. Built in 1913 on the site of the main entrance to the 1904 World's Fair, this classical revival structure was the nation's first monument to Thomas Jefferson. The museum got a lift in February of 2000 with the opening of the 92,000-square-foot Emerson Electric Center--connected to the Jefferson Memorial Building--which contains special exhibition galleries, the "Seeking St. Louis" galleries, an education center, a gift shop and Meriwether's Restaurant.

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11 N 4th St St Louis, MO 63102 Phone (314) 655-1700

The Scene This handsome museum features artifacts from St. Louis' past, including weapons, a teepee, a Sioux war bonnet and scenes from the explorations of Lewis and Clark. Animatronic figures--Thomas Jefferson, William Clark and others--tell their stories of 19th-century America and its pioneers. You can also explore the lives of mountain men and trappers and view the Indian peace medal exhibit. Plan on spending at least half an hour. If you'd like to do a little reading after your visit, head to the Museum Store, where you'll find plenty of reading material and resources. More to Do The Mississippi River is just down the hill, and Laclede's Landing, with all its restaurants, pubs and such, is just north of the Arch.

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11 N 4th St St Louis, MO 63102 Phone (314) 655-1600 Cross streets Market Street

History As most would guess by the name alone, the Old Courthouse has moved on from its once pivotal role as the federal court in the city of St. Louis to being a charming historical landmark. Just two blocks from the Gateway Arch, the Courthouse has long provided a picturesque focus to the city's landscape, though its 150-year-plus history makes it much more than just eye candy. Inside the building, you can tour two restored courtrooms and several galleries dedicated to the rich history of St. Louis. Judgments Built in 1828, the Old Courthouse played host to some of the most important cases of the 19th century. The first two trials in the Dred Scott case took place here in 1847 and 1850, pivotal events that set the stage for the Civil War. A plaque on the west side of the courthouse commemorates the Dred Scott decisions and their importance. Also, in the 1870s, Virginia Minor sued for her right to vote in this courthouse.

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7556 Hwy H Leasburg, MO 65535 Phone (573) 245-6600

Reasons to Go Onandaga Cave in Leasburg has been known to inspire a poetic flight of fancy or two with its pristine rooms and dramatic stalagtites. It is a premier cave in this cave state of ours. If you are looking for something to do on a hot Sunday afternoon in summer, pack the family into the car and head west on Highway 44 to State Road H at Leasburg and Onandaga Cave State Park. What You'll See The park is a 1,317-acre facility on the Meramec River featuring swimming, picnicking and hiking. The cave itself is a National Natural Lankmark. Tour in year-round 60-degree comfort and take in the Lily Pad Room, the Big Room, the Twins and the gigantic flowstones, the King's and Queen's Canopies. The guided trail through these natural wonders is a bit less than a mile, is well lit, and takes about an hour and 15 minutes to complete. An impressive interpretive center and a small gift shop will satisfy a family's need for more information and the requisite souveniers.

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Six Flags Rd Eureka, MO 63069 Phone (636) 938-4800 Cross streets I-44

The Scene Expect mobs of teenagers and young families on summer days. Hurricane Harbor, a 12-acre water park that's a destination itself, is free with your Six Flags admission. Along with rides, thrill seekers will find food stands, shops, variety shows and kiddie rides. Looney Tunes Town is a fun section of the park just for kids. The Rides The park's biggest thrill ride, the Boss, is a 5,051-foot-long wooden roller coaster that's one of the country's best. Some other standout attractions include Mr. Freeze, which blasts passengers to speeds up to 70mph, and Batman the Ride, a looping roller coaster that twists and twirls its riders through shocking high-speed turns and upside-down spins. Traditionalists will want to hit the Screamin' Eagle, Colossus, the Moon Antique Cars and the Log Flume.

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