Learn about the history of Shaw Nature Reserve on this tour around the property and behind the scenes in the historic buildings.
You'll climb aboard the Wilderness Wagon for a three-mile tour around Shaw's main loop road, and learn about the history of the property and how it's changed through the years from the Gray Summit Extention, to The Arboretum, and finally to today's Shaw Nature Reserve.
10 a.m. to noon at Shaw Nature Reserve, at Highway 100, south of I44 at exit 253 in Gray Summit.
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Visit the James S. McDonnell Planetarium in Forest Park and see a star show to experience the largest artificial sky in the Western Hemisphere. Star shows are lead LIVE by one of the Planetarium's educators, creating a new and tailored experience for every audience.
Splash and play with your little one in this fun morning activity. No registration is necessary.
See the Zoo's California sea lions perform acrobatic and athletic feats, including Olympic-style dives on a high-diving platform, flipper walks, frisbee tosses and plenty of surprises. While on stage with the sea lions, the Zoo's trainers explain sea lion behavior and positive-reinforcement training, in addition to the need for conserving the sea lion's ocean habitat.
Enjoy free snow cones and watch as the sun sets on greenways across the St. Louis metro area at Sunsets and Snowcones sponsored by Great Rivers Greenway. This free summer series is designed to connect people to nature and community while highlighting the 135 miles of greenways maintained by the agency.
Thursday Trivia at 9 Mile Garden is designed for all ages. Play trivia, win prizes, and enjoy food from the food trucks. Free admission.
