City Museum

City Nights: Pride Art
2024-06-07 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Chicago)
Celebrate Pride Month with City Museum. LGBTQ+ artists will do a one-night-only art show at City Nights! Produced and curated by the spectacular David Wolk of Cranky Yellow, this event features the work of fourteen Saint Louis LGBTQ+ artists in a fantastical sculpture garden on the rooftop of City Museum. The energies of queer expression and experience are discussed through themes of fantasy, ritual, adventure, liberation, and acceptance. DJ Jillian completes the evening’s atmosphere.

Friday, June 7 from 7pm-11pm

Great views of the St. Louis skyline all night

Exhibit curated by Cranky Yellow

Music by DJ Jillian

Food and drinks, including beer and cocktails

Sample new 4 Hands Brewing products, including City Museum Hard Seltzer!

Featured local artists:

Michael Drummond

Colleen (Beth) (Beef) Cromer

Mikolaj Karbowiak

James Spell

Emil Kraev

Payton Alexandra Dunham

Mackenzie Nemens

Emily Elhoffer

DDare Bionic

Mark Roman

B.N. Blithe de Carona

Gale Schleg-Sandoz

Needlie Upcyclery

David Wolk, Cranky Yellow

21+ only with valid ID. Ticket includes General Admission for the day of the event.

Save $10 with an Annual Pass!

Member Tickets

Non-Member Tickets

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FOX 2 – City Nights at The City Museum (video below)

FOX 2 – St. Louis Fest – City Museum

‘The Chris & Amy Show’ on KMOX – City Museum introduces ‘Talking Heads’ display and City Nights series

KMOV – City Museum fun for adults this summer (video)

St. Louis Post-Dispatch – Celebrate Pride Month with 18 St. Louis festivals and events

KSDK – Pride Month: How to celebrate in the St. Louis area

St. Louis Magazine – Pride Art at City Nights!

City Nights: Summer Kick-Off
2024-05-26 00:00 - 23:59
Get your summer started at City Museum with drinks, tunes, and a trip down a slide or two! Matt Sawicki will bring the music, you bring the summer vibes.

Sunday, May 26 from 7pm-11pm

Great views of the St. Louis skyline all night

Music by Matt Sawicki

Food and drinks, including beer and cocktails

Sample new 4 Hands Brewing products, including City Museum Hard Seltzer!

21+ only with valid ID. Ticket includes General Admission for the day of the event.

**If the weather prevents us from hosting City Nights on the Rooftop, we will move the DJ, Vendors and other activities to Architecture Hall on the 3rd Floor.

Save $10 with an Annual Pass!

Member Tickets

Non-Member Tickets

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FOX 2 – City Nights at The City Museum (video below)

FOX 2 – St. Louis Fest – City Museum

‘The Chris & Amy Show’ on KMOX – City Museum introduces ‘Talking Heads’ display and City Nights series

Pin Insects with George
2024-05-10 00:00 - 23:59
If you’ve ever found yourself lost on our 3rd floor, in a room full of bugs, and wondered, “How on earth did these all get here…” it’s your lucky day! George Diehl has been collecting and preserving insects for over six decades, with the bulk of his collection featured in the Insectorium at City Museum. He will be on-site to provide a pinning demo on May 10 from 12pm-3pm, featuring some of the June Bugs and Cicadas that will soon be swarming across Missouri.

If you’re feeling inspired, you can buy your very own Bug Collecting Kit from Artifacts gift shop on the 3rd floor. George has pulled pieces from his vast collection of test tubes and insect pins to provide kids and adults with a way to get outside and keep exploring!

3rd Floor in Insectorium. Included with General Admission or Member Pass.

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Riverfront Times – Cicadas Are Here in St. Louis, and Here’s What You Need to Know

Leather Painting & Protection Workshop
2024-04-27 00:00 - 23:59
Join St. Louis-based artist Brock Seals for an exciting hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the art of painting and protecting leather items. Whether you want to revamp an old pair of shoes, add a personal touch to a hat, or customize other vinyl and leather items, this class will equip you with the skills and techniques to bring your creative visions to life!

Saturday, April 275pm-7pm

Please bring the item you would like to paint; leather paint, brushes, and leather conditioning materials will be provided.

Art City on 4th Floor. Tickets must be purchased in advance. General Admission included with purchase.

Member Tickets

Non-Member Tickets

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KSDK – Leather Painting & Protection Workshop on 4/27 (video)

FOX2 – Learn how to paint shoes from artist Brock Seals (video below)

Physics Bus
2024-04-24 00:00 - 2024-04-27 23:59
Spending a week learning about Physics aboard an old school bus may be the last thing you expect to be excited about, but this spring at City Museum, you might just be surprised!

This isn’t any old bus, and this certainly isn’t your standard high school physics class. This bright purple, tricked out, solar equipped, traveling science museum is filled with hands-on experiments that glow, zap, buzz, float, surprise, and delight. This unique experience, dubbed the Physics Bus, is the brainchild of Ithaca, NY based professional tinkerer, Erik Herman. Now celebrating it’s 20th year, this mobile wonderland for physical phenomena is pleased to be adding a week-long stop at City Museum to its 2024 national tour.

This Earth Week (April 24 – 27) be sure to stop by and be a part of this eccentric endeavor as recyclables, discarded tech, thrift store appliances, and other everyday objects are transformed by a team of tinkerers-in-residence into interactive contraptions that bend your mind and expand your understanding of the universe around us. Control rainbow-colored magnetic fields, draw glowing pictures with lasers, and zap yourself (or your friends!) with energy you create with just the twist of a knob.

Follow along during the week as a pile of ‘junk’ slowly transforms into something truly extraordinary, culminating in a debut exhibition on Saturday, April 27th. Mark your calendars and get ready for some “wow,” because the Physics Bus is coming to town, and you won’t want to miss it!

Physics Bus team on-site for demonstrationsWednesday, April 24 – Friday, April 2612pm-12:30pm and 2pm-2:30pm on the 4th Floor

Physics Bus parked at City MuseumSaturday, April 2710am-1pm and 2pm-5pm in the Parking Lot

Included with General Admission or Member Pass.

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KSDK – ‘The Physics Bus’ rolls into the City Museum

FOX2 – See the Physics Bus Team at City Museum (video below)

Cardboard Art
2024-04-20 00:00 - 2024-04-21 23:59
St Louis-based artist Justin King is widely known for his unique cardboard sculptures. He uses texture, color, and movement to express his ideas in paintings and sculptures, often using non-traditional materials and techniques to create a truly unique voice in his approach and style.

King will be in Art City at City Museum demonstrating his techniques while working on a sculpture, and you can work alongside him to create your own cardboard masterpiece!

Two sessions to choose from!Saturday, April 20 – 11am-5pmSunday, April 21 – 11am-5pm

Art City on 4th Floor. Included with General Admission or Member Pass.

Solar Eclipse
2024-04-08 00:00 - 23:59
Where’s the best place downtown to get a view of the 2024 Solar Eclipse? On our Rooftop, of course!

Get your special Eclipse Sunglasses and come see the ‘dark side of the moon’ with us for this once (or twice) in a lifetime celestial event! The eclipse will begin around 12:45pm, with near-totality around 2pm, and the sun returning to full visibility around 3:15pm.

Eclipse Sunglasses will be handed out on the Rooftop prior to the eclipse.

General Admission and Rooftop Access or Gold Member Pass required.

NOTE:

The Rooftop has a capacity and access will be permitted on a first come, first served basis.

Purchasing Rooftop admission or visiting with a Gold Member Pass does not guarantee Rooftop access during the Eclipse.

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The St. Louisan – Eclipse Viewing Events: From Museum Rooftops to Cosmic Ice Cream Treats

St. Louis Post-Dispatch – Looking for an eclipse watch party? Here’s where to go in the St. Louis area.

KSDK – What a partial eclipse looks like and where to watch it around St. Louis Monday

Sophisticated Living – Where Will You Be For the GREAT TOTAL ECLIPSE of 2024?

The Bog Rattlers on St. Patrick's Day
2024-03-16 00:00 - 2024-03-17 23:59
Join us to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with live music from The Bog Rattlers in Beatnik Bob’s!

Saturday, March 16 from 12pm-4pmSunday, March 17 from 12pm-4pm

Beatnik Bob’s on 3rd Floor. General Admission is required.

314 Day - GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Official Attempt
2024-03-14 00:00 - 23:59
City Museum already has a few official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ titles, including the World’s Largest Pencil (in Skateless Park), the World’s Longest Seesaw (in our Parking Garage), and the World’s Largest Tennis Racket (somewhere around here…). We also have a few unofficial titles under our belt, like the “World’s Largest Underpants” usually seen hanging in Beatnik Bob’s.

Thursday, March 14 we’ll have a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS adjudicator on-site as we attempt to break another record: Most People Wearing Underwear on Their Head. The current record (270) was set in 2012 in Naperville, IL for a “Captain Underpants” book release party. We believe we can get 314 people to participate on 314 Day — the celebration of all things St. Louis — in this record-setting event!

To participate in, or just watch, our GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS attempt, make your way to the Vault Room as we will start distributing (new, clean) underwear around 2pm and aim to have an official count by 2:30pm. All that’s required for participation is to wear the underwear on your head for at least one minute, when directed, and smile for a few photos afterward!

Music will be provided by 314DJ, and all participants will receive a special gift as thanks for their help. While you’re here, you can also check out The Science of Guinness World Records on the 3rd Floor in Architecture Hall!

2nd Floor in Vault Room. General Admission is required.

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Yahoo! News – Museum attempts world record for underwear worn on head

FOX2 – City Museum attempting to break world record on 314 day

Patch – Naperville Record For People Wearing Underpants On Their Heads At Risk

Naperville Community TV – Naperville’s world record for most people wearing underpants on their heads in jeopardy

FOX2 – Setting a record for most underwear on your head (video below)

Spring Break in the City
2024-03-11 00:00 - 2024-04-07 23:59
Get ready for an epic Spring Break adventure at City Museum in St. Louis – the #1 must-see attraction that promises excitement and thrills for the entire family! With four floors of indoor museum fun, the iconic MonstroCity exterior attraction, and breathtaking views from the Rooftop, your Spring Break will be nothing short of spectacular.

Dive into a world of wonder as you explore four floors of indoor excitement at City Museum. From interactive exhibits to hidden passages, there’s something for every adventurer in the family. Unleash your creativity, climb through tunnels, and discover the unexpected at every turn.

Elevate your Spring Break experience with the best view in the city from our Rooftop. Marvel at the skyline of St. Louis as you enjoy a panoramic vista that will take your breath away. It’s the perfect spot to capture memorable photos and soak in the beauty of the city.

Make City Museum in St. Louis the highlight of your Spring Break adventure! With indoor wonders, outdoor escapades, and views that will leave you speechless, we’re ready to make your break unforgettable. Join us for a week of family fun, exploration, and endless surprises!

Upcycled Garden
2024-03-01 00:00 - 2024-06-01 23:59
Attaboy, cofounder of contemporary art magazine Hi-Fructose, comes to City Museum in downtown St. Louis!

The Upcycled Garden installation is an ever-growing and touring concept by Daniel “Attaboy” Seifert, featuring locally sourced recycled cardboard, house paint, and spray paint remnants. While beautiful and organic on the outside, underneath is a visual diary of the consumption – packaging from gluten-free pizza, Covid tests, light bulbs, and assorted Amazon shipments – that is part of their creation.

Attaboy started experimenting with these creations as a way to cope with Covid lockdown and rising costs of living, as well as a therapy for PTSD and a neurological condition he suffered after a car accident. Attaboy does little to no planning prior to starting work on any particular piece, as he finds the open-ended play of constructing them soothing. Different shapes, styles, and groupings of the sculptures are being created all the time, and the installation is set to grow in 2024 and beyond.

“I’m thrilled to bring this ever-evolving idea to the visitors of City Museum. I love when art circumvents the usual channels and is made accessible to everyone,” Attaboy said. “I believe that art can change the way that you respond to the world that you live in and how you operate in it. City Museum embodies this spirit and I’m all too happy to add to its mission in this way, if only for a few months.”

The Upcycled Garden began at a converted mortuary turned gallery in Oakland and has been exhibited at: Uma Gallery, The Brea City Gallery, Mainstreet LA, Art Thou Gallery, and more.

Join us at the opening reception on March 1, 5-9pm to meet the artist!

4th floor in Sullivan Architecture Gallery. General Admission is required.

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The St. Louisan – Innovative Art Installation “The Upcycled Garden” by Daniel Attaboy Seifert Arrives at City Museum

FOX2 – Artist Daniel ‘Attaboy’ Seifert shares inspiration behind cardboard-constructed sculptures

St. Louis Magazine – 10 Art Exhibits to Catch this Month

St. Louis Patina – Upcycled Garden at the City Museum

Ladue News – City Museum debuts a playful art installation made of everyday objects

2024 Seasonal Hiring
2024-02-28 00:00 - 2024-05-23 23:59
City Museum is an ever-evolving, always-thrilling, artist-built playground full of weird spaces to explore, and we’re always looking for new faces to add to our team! We’re hosting Open Interviews for Retail, Food & Beverage, Floor Staff, Facilities and other roles this Spring and Summer.

To participate in an Open Interview, check in at the Front Desk anytime during the below dates and times:

March-April

Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays*Except Monday, March 42pm – 5pm

May

Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays*Ends Thursday, May 232pm – 5pm

Presidents' Day Weekend
2024-02-15 10:00 - 2024-02-19 17:00
Family friendly activities at City Museum are happening Presidents’ Day Weekend!

Immerse yourself in a world of wonder as you explore the museum’s unique exhibits and interactive installations. From climbing through tunnels to discovering hidden passages, there’s something for every adventurer in the family.

Museum hours:

Thursday, 2/15: 10am-5pm

Friday, 2/16: 10am-9pm

Saturday, 2/17: 10am-9pm

Sunday, 2/18: 10am-9pm

Monday, 2/19: 10am-5pm

Tunnel of Love: Paint and Sip Sessions
2024-02-10 15:00 - 20:00
Unleash your inner artist and indulge your creative side with our exclusive Paint and Sip sessions!

Paints and canvas included. No need to worry about supplies!

Guided by a Skilled Instructor.

Admission to the Museum: Your ticket grants you all day access to explore our captivating exhibits, climb through the whimsical sculptures, and discover the magic within the museum’s walls.

Choose from a selection of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic refreshments, available for purchase to complement your painting experience.

Choose from 2 separate sessions: 3pm-5pm or 6pm-8pm.

This event is 18+. Valid ID will be required to attend. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

Blessed by the Ancestors
2024-02-02 00:00 - 2024-03-03 23:59
“Blessed by the Ancestors” is a captivating art exhibit that celebrates the rich artistic talent of Black artists hailing from Saint Louis, MO. This exhibition serves as a powerful testament to the cultural heritage and creative brilliance within the local Black community. Showcasing a diverse range of artistic expressions, the exhibit explores themes such as identity, heritage, resilience, and the profound connections between the artists and their ancestors.

Curated by Brock Seals, this collection includes paintings, sculptures, mixed media pieces, and other forms of visual art that reflect the unique perspectives and experiences of the featured artists. Visitors to the exhibit can expect to encounter a vibrant tapestry of storytelling through art, each piece contributing to a larger narrative that pays homage to the ancestry that has shaped and inspired the artists.

“Elemental” Leather Acrylic on Shoe Brock Seals

“Glory on Her”Mixed Media Alisha Renay

“Durag”Acrylic on CanvasThe Art Doll

“Somewhere in Harlem”Mixed MediaJonnie The Gracious

From bold and thought-provoking pieces that challenge societal norms to evocative works that celebrate the beauty of Black culture, “Blessed by the Ancestors” aims to provide a platform for local artists to share their voices and contribute to the ongoing dialogue around representation in the art world. The exhibit not only serves as a showcase of talent but also as a space for reflection and connection, fostering a sense of community pride and appreciation for the artistic heritage of Saint Louis, MO.

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Riverfront Times – City Museum Highlights Black St. Louis Artists in Blessed by the Ancestors

Gazelle Magazine – Happenings: Black History Month 2024

Missouri Life – City Museum Commemorates Black History Month With Art

FOX2 – Check out the ‘Blessed By Ancestors’ exhibit now through March 4 at City Museum (video below)

Tunnel of Love
2024-02-01 00:00 - 2024-02-25 23:59
Love is in the air at City Museum this February! Join us for a month-long celebration filled with enchanting experiences and romantic adventures that will make your heart skip a beat.

Tunnel of Love: Step into a world of romance as you stroll through our enchanting Tunnel of Love located in the Vault Room. This heart-shaped light exhibit is the perfect backdrop for magical moments and Instagram-worthy photos. Share the love with your special someone, friends, or family as you immerse yourselves in the warm glow of this captivating display.

Valentine’s Day Drinks: Indulge in the spirit of love with our specially crafted Valentine’s Day-themed drinks. Sip on delightful concoctions that will tickle your taste buds and set the mood for a memorable evening. Whether you’re a cocktail connoisseur or prefer a non-alcoholic treat, our drink menu is designed to add a touch of sweetness to your City Museum experience.

Don’t miss the chance to celebrate love and Valentine’s Day at City Museum in St. Louis. Whether you’re on a romantic date or enjoying quality time with family and friends, our February festivities are designed to fill your heart with joy and create lasting memories. Come share the love with us!

The Science of Guinness World Records
2024-01-28 00:00 - 2024-04-14 23:59
Achieve Amazing

Be amazed. Be amazing. Come to our newest exhibition, The Science of Guinness World Records. Discover the world’s greatest record holders, what it took to cement their names in in the history books, and potentially become a part of history yourself!

All around the world, people are pushing themselves to achieve new and amazing things. From the world’s longest mustache (14 feet!), to the most drum beats in 60 seconds (over 2100 beats… or 35 per second!), to the most consecutive pinky pull-ups (36!), the world is full of fascinating people achieving strange and incredible feats.

Now, for the first time ever, we’re looking into the science behind these mesmerizing accomplishments with our new The Science of Guinness World Records exhibition.

Go behind the scenes to see what it takes. Hear the stories of those who set out to break ground and succeeded. Learn the secrets, then try it out for yourself. Challenge your friends, your family, your classmates, or even other visitors.

Set new records. Challenge old ones. Make the history books.

Fame and glory await those with the talent, courage, and tenacity to become #1. Be sure to check the event schedule for your opportunity to impress actual GUINNESS WORLD RECORDSTM adjudicators and become OFFICIALLY AMAZINGTM.

It’s your turn, St. Louis. Achieve Amazing.

#AchieveAmazing

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KMOX-AM – The Science of Guinness World Records at City Museum – Hancock and Kelley – Omny.fm

FOX2 – Play some Pacman at the City Museum

FOX2 – Tim’s Travels: Learn about Guinness World Records at the City Museum

St. Louis Post Dispatch – Guinness World Records exhibit comes to City Museum (stltoday.com)

St. Louis Post Dispatch – World records abound in the St. Louis area. Many aren’t even sports-related. (stltoday.com)

STL-TV – The Daily Mix: City Museum (January 29, 2024) (youtube.com) (start at 10:50 for City Museum)

CarneyShow – 02.05.24 Carl Weathers, Martin Kilcoyne, Alison Arngrim, John Corcoran in The John Carney Show (soundcloud.com) (start at 26:00 mark for City Museum)

KSDK – World Record Exhibit Opens at City Museum

Circus Harmony presents: NOCTURNE
2024-01-27 00:00 - 2024-02-04 23:59
Circus Harmony’s 2024 annual show, “Nocturne”, is a dreamlike show about overcoming fears and finding strengths! It’s a show for everyone!

NOCTURNE features Circus Harmony’s fantastic flying children and will be presented in their home ring at City Museum for six shows only the last weekend of January and the first weekend of February. This year’s show is about how a child faces the “monster under their bed”, those negative thoughts that contribute to fear, anxiety, and self-doubt. It is a show that everyone should see!

The new acts that comprise Nocturne include an aerial ladder act, chair balancing, partner lyra and much more! The talented performers are young people aged 10 – 20 years old.

Show Schedule:

Saturdays, Jan 27 and Feb 3: 2pm and 7pm

Sundays, Jan 28 and Feb 4: 2pm

The show takes place in Circus Harmony’s home ring, City Circus, on the third floor of City Museum. Grab the family or a friend and go see how you can fight your fears by defying gravity!

Tickets for Nocturne must be purchased in advance and include City Museum general admission.

MLK Weekend
2024-01-15 10:00 - 17:00
Stop by for the long Martin Luther King Weekend! Expect the usual sliding and climbing. Come get the good kind of lost!

Our hours:

1/11 10am-5pm

1/12 10am-9pm

1/13 10am-9pm

1/14 10am-9pm

1/15 10am-5pm

Sound Bath with Yoga Buzz
2024-01-06 09:00 - 10:00
Start the new year with Yoga Buzz for an hour-long sound bath. Reset and channel your inner peace as you are engulfed in soothing and relaxing sounds. Afterwards, hop off the mat and into the creative wonderland of the museum – entry is included with your ticket! Registration is $25, which includes yoga and entry to the City Museum (excluding the rooftop).

Your ticket includes:

1-hour, all-ages sound bath

General Admission to the museum – excluding the Rooftop

Snowflake-Making with Ms. Marion
2023-12-17 12:00 - 16:00
The Snowflakey Lady returns to City Museum for a special holiday appearance! Fan favorite Ms. Marion is back crafting snowflakes and telling all your favorite holiday stories.

Catch her this Sunday, December 17 in Art City on the 4th floor.

This event is included with your General Admission purchase or Member Pass.

*While supplies last.

Murder Mystery Dinner Hosted by Dinner Detectives
2023-11-18 18:00 - 21:00
Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!

Your group will become sleuths, setting their metaphorical magnifying glasses to the trail of a calculated mystery committed by someone in the room. But beware, as one of the guests will meet an unexpected demise! Our creative team will set the stage for an exciting evening of crime investigation, where everyone is a suspect and anyone can be the killer.

Each ticket includes an award-winning murder mystery dinner theatre show, along with buffet style dining, waitstaff gratuity and plenty of surprises. All in our historic Vault Room. Our friends, the Dinner Detectives, will be leading the way.

Times: 6-9pm

Ticket includes General Admission to the Museum on the day of the event

Seating will be first come first served, so plan accordingly

Menu is buffet style and will include vegetarian options

Some guests may be asked to participate

Dress to impress or dress to play

Menu

Balsamic Baked Chicken

Oven Baked Herb Pork Steaks

Korean Quinoa

Roasted Root Vegetables

Vegan Meatloaf

Desert for the table

18+. Guests 21+ and must have valid ID.

Murder Mystery Dinner Hosted by Dinner Detectives
2023-11-03 18:00 - 21:00
Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!

Your group will become sleuths, setting their metaphorical magnifying glasses to the trail of a calculated mystery committed by someone in the room. But beware, as one of the guests will meet an unexpected demise! Our creative team will set the stage for an exciting evening of crime investigation, where everyone is a suspect and anyone can be the killer.

Each ticket includes an award-winning murder mystery dinner theatre show, along with buffet style dining, waitstaff gratuity and plenty of surprises. All in our historic Vault Room. Our friends, the Dinner Detectives, will be leading the way.

Times: 6-9pm

Ticket includes General Admission to the Museum on the day of the event

Seating will be first come first served, so plan accordingly

Menu is buffet style and will include vegetarian options

Some guests may be asked to participate

Dress to impress or dress to play

Menu – Buffet Style – TBD

Food allergy concerns? Please contact info@citymuseum.org.

18+. Guests 21+ and must have valid ID.

Costume and Candy!
2023-10-28 11:00 - 2023-10-29 17:00
Grab your best costume and stop in from 10am-5pm for candy at the slides!

Free with General Admission.

While supplies last. Please no capes, masks, or full-face make-up.

Murder Mystery Dinner Hosted by Dinner Detectives
2023-10-27 18:00 - 21:00
Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!

Your group will become sleuths, setting their metaphorical magnifying glasses to the trail of a calculated mystery committed by someone in the room. But beware, as one of the guests will meet an unexpected demise! Our creative team will set the stage for an exciting evening of crime investigation, where everyone is a suspect and anyone can be the killer.

Each ticket includes an award-winning murder mystery dinner theatre show, along with buffet style dining, waitstaff gratuity and plenty of surprises. All in our historic Vault Room. Our friends, the Dinner Detectives, will be leading the way.

Times: 6-9pm

Ticket includes General Admission to the Museum on the day of the event

Seating will be first come first served, so plan accordingly

Menu is buffet style and will include vegetarian options

Some guests may be asked to participate

Dress to impress or dress to play

Menu – Buffet Style

Chicken Cordon Bleu

Manicotti with red sauce

Mushroom Ravioli in brown butter sauce (vegetarian)

Root veggies with sweet potatoes

Scalloped potatoes

Salad with dressings

Dessert tray for the table

18+. Guests 21+ and must have valid ID.

Rocky Horror Picture Show Screening - SOLD OUT
2023-10-21 19:00 - 23:00
Grab Your Garters — It’s time for The Rocky Horror Picture Show!

This spooky season, join Flustered Mustard for an evening screening and shadow cast performance of The Rocky Horror Picture Show.

The longest-running midnight movie of all time stars:

Tim Curry as the kinky yet endearing “transsexual from Transylvania”, Dr. Frank N. Furter.

Susan Sarandon and Barry Bostwick are his hapless guests, Brad and Janet

Meat Loaf is the motorcycle-riding rough trade

Author, Richard O’Brien as the hunchbacked butler, Riff Raff

The show will take place on the Rooftop, under the dome.

Drinks and food will be available for purchase

Doors open at 7pm

Movie and warm-up will begin at 8:30pm

Lots of time before and after the film to enjoy City Museum Rooftop staples such as Big Eli the Ferris Wheel and the School Bus

Seating is available on a first-come first-served basis, feel free to bring your own chair/comfy seating

18+. Valid ID required.

Member Passes are not accepted at this event. This is a separate ticket, after hours event. Ticket includes admission to City Museum, access to the Rocky Horror Picture Show Rooftop event, AND a prop bag for extra fun during the screening!

City Nights: Summer Send-Off
2023-09-01 19:00 - 23:00
Join us to say goodbye to another fabulous summer here in St. Louis, MO. Dance the night away, take in views of the City, and go down at least 2 slides (we insist).

Expect:

Libations

Food

Music to groove to by DJ Max Cassilly

4Hands 1220 Spirits Canned Cocktails sampling from 7-9pm

This is strictly a 21+ event. Valid ID’s will be required for admittance.

That night is also our International & Craft Beer Month kick off! Visit the 3rd floor for music, games, and all the beer you could ever want to try!

City Nights are exclusive, private events for guests 21+ and Member Passes are not valid for admission. Members must purchase a City Nights ticket in order to attend.

Check in info:

Head to the Front Desk to have your ticket scanned

Guests will head up to the 3rd floor to access the Rooftop elevator

To access the Rooftop, guests need to navigate one flight of stairs

City Nights: Spaced Out
2023-08-18 19:00 - 23:00
Did you know that The Dome on our rooftop used to be the dome to the St. Louis Science Center Planetarium? Join us on August 18 as we take The Dome back to its roots for the 2nd year in a row to create a starlight dance party 11 stories above downtown St. Louis. Don’t forget to dress in your most out-of-this-world outfit and take pictures in our Space themed selfie booth!

Expect:

Jaw-dropping projections

Tin-foil hat making station

Glittery cocktails

Space-themed selfie booth

Food

4Hands 1220 Spirits Canned Cocktails sampling from 7-9pm

This is strictly a 21+ event. Valid ID’s will be required for admittance.

City Nights are exclusive, private events for guests 21+ and Member Passes are not valid for admission. Members must purchase a City Nights ticket in order to attend.

Check in info:

Head to the Front Desk to have your ticket scanned

Guests will head up to the 3rd floor to access the Rooftop elevator

To access the Rooftop, guests need to navigate one flight of stairs

Greenway Quest with Great Rivers Greenway
2023-08-08 10:00 - 2023-08-21 17:00
A Buzzworthy Scavenger Hunt!

Find a limited-edition, hand-painted bee rock on your next greenway or City Museum adventure, and it’s yours to keep!

Log it on our website for a chance to win cool prizes from Great Rivers Greenway and City Museum.

City Nights: '80s Prom
2023-08-04 19:00 - 23:00
Pop those collars, feather those bangs and bedazzle EVERYTHING– we’re going to PROM, 80’s style! Hop in the City Museum time machine and party like it’s 1985! We’ll dance the night away with the best 80s mix, drink spiked punch and spin so hard you’ll think you’re Teen Witch. Prom decor and traditional prom photo opps will make this event too authentic to miss. This is strictly a 21+ event. Valid ID’s will be required.

*In case of inclement weather, there is a rain plan set in place.

Expect:

Jaw-dropping projections

Disco ball dance party

Libations

Food

4Hands 1220 Spirits Canned Cocktails sampling from 7-9pm

This is strictly a 21+ event. Valid ID’s will be required for admittance.

City Nights are exclusive, private events for guests 21+ and Member Passes are not valid for admission. Members must purchase a City Nights ticket in order to attend.

Check in info:

Head to the Front Desk to have your ticket scanned

Guests will head up to the 3rd floor to access the Rooftop elevator

To access the Rooftop, guests need to navigate one flight of stairs
