Amber Dohrenwend is an American artist based in Marquette, Michigan. She constructs post-consumer cardboard sculptures, costuming and installations with soft, organic curves and textures. Her work directs viewers’ attention to the vast potential of a humble material that is often overlooked. She often works with nothing more than cardboard, a pair of scissors and a…
Extended Holiday Hours:Thu, Feb. 13: 10am–5pmFri, Feb. 14: 10am–9pmSat, Feb. 15: 10am–9pmSun, Feb. 16: 10am–9pmMon, Feb. 17: 10am–5pm, Presidents' Day See our full operational calendar
We're kicking off our City Nights series a little early this year, just in time for Valentine's Day! Bring your date to dance to the musical stylings of St. Louis's own Clownvis Presley for a special set of love songs. Bop, jitterbug, and shimmy with DJ Dot Matrix. Make your favorite people a Valentine, then…
Love is in the air! Meet your new best friend at our Puppy Love adoption event in partnership with Stray Rescue of St. Louis. Whether you're looking to add a furry friend to your family or simply want to make a difference, this special event is the perfect opportunity to give a loving puppy a…
If you've been to City Museum, you've probably seen the uniquely colorful spinning posts along the rails of the main staircase, mezzanine, and second floor. If you're familiar with the City Museum lore, you're probably aware that those iconic spindles came with the building — they were conveyor belt rollers, from when our building was…
Spring Break at City Museum is an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages! Our one-of-a-kind, interactive museum combines art, architecture, and play, offering endless opportunities for exploration. Kids and adults alike can climb through tunnels, slide down giant sculptures, and discover hidden passageways around every corner. City Museum provides a perfect blend of fun…
Find your STL spirit on 314 Day at one of St. Louis's most iconic places. Celebrate 314 day with a scavenger hunt at City Museum! Willy Wonka had a golden ticket, Air Bud had a golden retriever, and we have a golden... shoe heel? From the late-1800s through the mid-1900s, St. Louis was second only…
You’ll be green with envy if you miss our celebration of all things Irish in honor of St. Patrick’s Day! We will have two special St. Patrick's Day drinks — The Drunken Leprechaun, a classic green St. Patrick's Day drink, and Pot o' Gold, a golden drink topped with real edible gold flakes — available…
City Museum is no stranger to official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ titles, and last spring you helped us set the record for Largest Gathering of People Wearing Underwear on their Heads on 314 Day. This spring, with the Savannah Bananas heading into town, it's time for us to Go Bananas! When: Wednesday, April 2 Who: City…
If you've been to City Museum you know we like to build things with unusual materials. (Looking at you, wall made of buffet pans). Build a cardboard masterpiece with Art City and then visit local STL organizations Perennial and Central Print to satisfy that crafting compulsion. Explore the museum, grab some cocktails, and Stazi will…
Unlock Learning Adventures at City Museum with Our New Education Days Workbook! April 11, 17, 25May 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 19, 20, 21, 22 Get ready to inspire your students with an unforgettable, hands-on learning experience at the City Museum! Introducing Education Days—an exciting new field trip event…
City Museum is closed Easter Sunday, but join us for fun activities to kick off your Spring on Friday and Saturday! The Easter Bunny will be visiting for photos on Saturday from 11am–1pm, and we’ll have a kid-friendly photo scavenger hunt that can be completed for a little treat. Art City will be open 11am–4pm…
