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Busch Stadium

250 Stadium Plaza
St. Louis, MO 63102-1722
(314) 421-3060
http://stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com/stl/ballpark/bsse/index.jsp
Location: Downtown
Type of Venue: Public open-air stadium
Capacity: 43,000
ADA Compliance: Full
Home of the St. Louis Cardinals and a premier special events facility. In 2006 the Cardinals became the first team in almost 100 years to win a World Series Championship in the inaugural season of a new ballpark. Busch Stadium also hosted the 80th MLB All-Star Game, in July 2009.

City Museum

701 N. 15th St.
St. Louis, MO 63103
(314) 231-2489
party@citymuseum.org
www.citymuseum.org
Location: Downtown
Type of Venue: Public attraction
Capacity: 2,000
ADA Compliance: Full
Explore the unexpected at this exciting, interactive museum for children and adults. Housed in the 600,000 square foot former International Shoe Company, the museum is an eclectic mixture of children’s playground, funhouse, surrealistic pavilion, and architectural marvel made out of unique, found objects. The brainchild of internationally acclaimed artist Bob Cassilly, a classically trained sculptor and serial entrepreneur, the museum opened for visitors in 1997 to the riotous approval of young and old alike.

Chaifetz Arena

Saint Louis University
#1 South Compton Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63103
(314) 977-5000
www.thechaifetzarena.com
Location: Midtown
Type of Venue: Arena
Capacity: 10,600
ADA Compliance: Full
Home to the Saint Louis University Billikens basketball and volleyball programs, the Chaifetz Arena has 10,600 seats in a single concourse, and also has 14 suites and two party suites, as well as a large club for dinners and parties.

The Fabulous Fox Theatre

Fox Theatre527 N. Grand Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63103
(314) 534-1678
www.fabulousfox.com
Location: Midtown
Type of Venue: Theater
Capacity: 4,500
ADA Compliance: Full
A spectacular refurbished movie theatre from the 1920s is now a classic performing arts center and an extraordinary site for special events. This restored movie palace offers endless possibilities for imaginative and memorable events — whether staged in the breathtaking grand lobby, the beautiful 4,500-seat auditorium or the stage itself.

Gateway Arch – Jefferson National Expansion Memorial

St. Louis Riverfront
St. Louis, MO 63102
(314) 982-1410
info@gatewayarch.com
www.gatewayarch.com
Location: Downtown
Type of Venue: Public attraction
Capacity: N/A
ADA Compliance: Full
At 630 feet, the stainless steel Gateway Arch is our nation’s tallest man-made monument. The Arch reflects St. Louis’ role in the Westward Expansion of the United States during the 19th century. The park is a memorial to Thomas Jefferson’s role in opening the West, to the pioneers who helped shape its history, and to Dred Scott who sued for his freedom in the Old Courthouse. The underground Museum of Westward Expansion and the Old Courthouse rotunda are available for private events after-hours.

Gateway Center

One Gateway Dr.
Collinsville, IL 62234
(618) 345-8998
jconrad@gatewaycenter.com
www.gatewaycenter.com
Location: Collinsville, IL
Type of Venue: Convention/Conference center
Capacity: N/A
ADA Compliance: Full
Twelve minutes from St. Louis. Hosts conventions, trade shows, meetings and receptions for groups 20 – 4,000.

Kemp Auto Museum

16955 Chesterfield Airport Rd.
Chesterfield, MO 63005-1405
(636) 537-1718
info@kempautomuseum.org
www.kempautomuseum.org
Location: Chesterfield, MO
Type of Venue: Public attraction
Capacity: N/A
ADA Compliance: Full
23,000 square feet of flexible space in a unique and contemporary setting, featuring one of the best private collections of Mercedes in the world.

The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum

516 S. Kirkwood Rd. (Lindbergh Blvd.)
St. Louis, MO 63122
(314) 822-8900
kathie@magichouse.org
www.magichouse.org
Location: Kirkwood, MO
Type of Venue: Public attraction
Capacity: N/A
ADA Compliance: Full
A fun and unique setting, The Magic House can accommodate parties of all sizes in the Special Events Gallery, open-air Victorian Pavilion and Children’s Sculpture Garden. Centrally located in St. Louis County, 15 minutes from downtown St. Louis.

Missouri Botanical Garden

Missouri Botanical Garden4344 Shaw Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63110
(314) 577-9400
www.mobot.org
Location: South City
Type of Venue: Public attraction
Capacity: N/A
ADA Compliance: Full
The oldest botanical garden in the country, the historic Missouri Botanical Garden features many lovely indoor and outdoor sites for special events, from weddings to business meetings. Excellent catering services are also available.

Missouri History Museum

5700 Lindell Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63112-0040
(314) 746-4599
tgold@mohistory.org
www.mohistory.org
Location: Forest Park
Type of Venue: Public attraction
Capacity: N/A
ADA Compliance: Full
The Missouri History Museum seeks to deepen the understanding of past choices, present circumstances, and future possibilities; strengthen the bonds of the community; and facilitate solutions to common problems. Permanent exhibits include St. Louis history, from its founding in 1764 to The Spirit of St. Louis, the 1904 World’s Fair, Miles Davis and the Cardinals.

The Muny

St. Louis, MO 63112
(314) 361-1900
www.muny.org
Location: Forest Park
Type of Venue: Outdoor Amphitheater
Capacity: N/A
ADA compliance: Full
For more than 90 years, The Muny has been one of St. Louis’ most cherished settings for great musical theater performances. Surrounding the theater, unique pavilions, halls, studios and patios are available for events.

Orlando Gardens Banquet and Conference Center

4300 Hoffmeister
St. Louis, MO 63125
(314) 638-6660
sorlandojr@orlandogardens.com
www.orlandogardens.com
Location: South/Southwest
Type of Venue: Private Event Space
Capacity: 1,000
ADA compliance: Full
Elegantly decorated ballrooms 10 minutes from downtown off I-55 at Union Rd. Specializing in themed and corporate events and catering.

The Pageant Concert Nightclub

6161 Delmar in The Loop
St. Louis, MO 63112
(314) 726-6161
pageantinfo@thepageant.com
www.thepageant.com
Location: Midtown
Type of Venue: Theater/concert venue
Capacity: 2,300
ADA Compliance: Full
Since opening its doors in 2000, The Pageant has built a reputation as one of the best venues in the country. Built as a concert venue, The Pageant boasts optimal sight lines and exceptional acoustics.

Powell Hall

718 N. Grand Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63103
(314) 534-1700
info@slso.org
www.slso.org
Location: Midtown
Type of Venue: Theater
Capacity: 2,689
ADA Compliance: Full
One of the most renowned concert halls in the United States, Powell Hall is the home of the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra. The ornate foyer is modeled after the royal chapel at Versailles.

The Regency Conference Center

400 Regency Park Dr.
O’Fallon, IL 62269
(618) 624-4499
kathryn.anderson@hilton.com
www.theregencyconferencecenter.com
Location: O’Fallon, IL
Type of Venue: Conference center
Capacity: N/A
ADA Compliance: Full
New Tuscan-inspired conference center. Ballroom seats 800 for meals. Flexibly designed to handle 14 to 1,100 guests with beautiful patio and six acre lake. 15 minutes southeast of The Gateway Arch in O’Fallon, IL.

Saint Louis Science Center

5050 Oakland Ave.
Saint Louis, MO 63110
(314) 289-4400
webmaster@slsc.org
www.slsc.org
Location: Forest Park
Type of Venue: Public attraction
Capacity: N/A
ADA Compliance: Full
The Saint Louis Science Center one of the top 5 science centers in the nation. It is among the largest of its type and is intended to be a place of informal science education for all ages. The main Science Center campus is made up of three buildings. The James S. McDonnell Planetarium in Forest Park, a newer building across Interstate 64, and the Exploradome, an air-supported building next to the main building.

St. Louis Union Station

1820 Market St.
St. Louis, MO 63103
(314) 421-6655
info@stlus.com
www.stlouisunionstation.com
Location: Downtown
Type of Venue: Public attraction
Capacity: N/A
ADA Compliance: Full
A National Historic Landmark with unique specialty shops, restaurants, entertainment venues and a Marriott Hotel. The lounge in the magnificent Grand Hall, with its sweeping archways, fresco and gold leaf detailing, mosaics and art glass windows, can be used for semi-private events.

Saint Louis Zoo

Forest Park
St. Louis, MO 63110
(314) 781-0900
www.stlzoo.org
Location: Forest Park
Type of Venue: Public attraction
Capacity: 10,000
ADA Compliance: Full
The Saint Louis Zoo has educated, entertained and earned a place in the hearts of St. Louisans for generations. The Zoo’s mission is to conserve animals and their habitats through animal management, research, recreation, and educational programs. The Zoo is supported by property taxes and has never had an admission charge.

Scottrade Center

1401 Clark Ave.
St Louis, MO 63103
(314) 622-5400
www.scottradecenter.com
Location: Downtown
Type of Venue: Public arena
Capacity: 20,000
ADA Compliance: Full
a 20,000 seat arena. Home to St. Louis Blues hockey, plus a wide variety of other sporting events, concerts and touring family shows such as the circus, Sesame Street Live, figure skating exhibitions and many other events.

Mike Shannon’s Steaks & Seafood

620 Market St.
St. Louis, MO 63101
(314) 421-1540
info@shannonsteak.com
www.shannonsteak.com
Location: Downtown
Type of Venue: Restaurant
Capacity: N/A
ADA Compliance: Full
An urban twist on steakhouse dining. Award-winning menu, upscale sports bar, beer garden. Fine dining in sophisticated sports atmosphere, with a variety of private banquet rooms.

The Sheldon Concert Hall, Ballroom & Art Galleries

3648 Washington Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63108
(314) 533-9900
www.thesheldon.org
Location: Midtown
Type of Venue: Theater/art gallery/event facility
Capacity: N/A
ADA Compliance: Full
Built in 1912, The Sheldon hosts a wide variety of cultural and social events. The 702-seat concert hall is renowned for perfect acoustics. Top level ballroom creates a turn-of-the-century ambiance for any special event, accommodating up to 500 guests. Fully accessible through restored adjacent building, the facility includes The Sheldon Art Galleries and Atrium Lobby overlooking The Sheldon Sculpture Garden.

Six Flags St. Louis

I-44 SW of St. Louis, Exit 261
Eureka, MO 63025
(636) 938-4800
www.sixflags.com
Location: South/Southwest
Type of Venue: Public attraction
Capacity: N/A
ADA Compliance: Full
Let our facilities set the stage. For groups of 100+…allow Six Flags event staff to customize an exciting and unique event that yur guests will love! Use of the entire park or sectional event available. Customized menu options available also.


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