City Museum

Cardboard Art
2024-04-20 00:00 - 2024-04-21 23:59 (America/Chicago)
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.

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)

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)

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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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

City Nights: Pride Art
2024-06-07 00:00 - 23:59
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: Crafts and Cocktails
2024-06-21 00:00 - 23:59
Have a cocktail. Dance to a groovy tune with DJ Ben Stein. Make something fabulous with local STL arts organizations Central Print and Perennial. Have a perfect night out in our fair city!

Friday, June 21 from 7pm-11pm

Great views of the St. Louis skyline all night

Make fun crafts to take home, with help from Central Print and Perennial

An exclusive performance by Ready Go Dog Show, followed by a special ‘meet and greet’ with the canine stars

Music by DJ Ben Stein

Food, drinks, beer, and cocktails are available for purchase

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.

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

Feast – The best food and drink events in St. Louis: June 21-23

Paint and Sip: Pride
2024-06-28 00:00 - 23:59
Unleash your inner artist and indulge your creative side with our exclusive Paint and Sip sessions!

Guided by a Skilled Instructor.

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

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.

Friday, June 283pm–5pm or 6pm–8pm

Art City on 4th Floor. 18+ only with valid ID. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Includes General Admission for the day of the event.

Save $20 with an Annual Pass!

Member Tickets ($20)

Non-Member Tickets ($40)

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FOX 2 – City Museum’s Paint and Sip (video below)

City Nights: Paint the Night Away
2024-07-19 00:00 - 23:59
Feeling inspired? Join local STL artist Jayvn Solomon, the mind behind Loutopia, in creating a mural masterpiece under the dome! Everyone is invited to help turn upcycled materials into a large piece of art over the course of the event. The art itself will be paint-by-number, so no creative skills are needed to hop in to the festivities!

Friday, July 19 from 7pm-11pm

Great views of the St. Louis skyline all night

Collaborate with local STL artist Jayvn Solomon

Fabulous tunes from DJ Cassiana

Food, drinks, beer, and cocktails are available for purchase

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.

Save $10 with an Annual Pass!

Member Tickets ($20)

Non-Member Tickets ($30)

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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

City Nights: '90s Prom
2024-08-02 00:00 - 23:59
Ready to Get Jiggy with It? Join Us for a Totally Rad ’90s Prom!

Who: You, your boo, your BFFs — the whole gangWhat: PROM! Dress up or dress down, we’re bringing it back to the ’90sWhen: Friday, August 2 from 7pm–11pmWhere: City Museum, Downtown STLWhy: Because it’s going to be all that and a bag of chips!

Dust off those platform shoes, break out the butterfly clips, and dig up your favorite ’90s threads because City Museum is throwing the ultimate ’90s Prom Night! Make memories that will last forever with friends you’ll never forget on the most important night of the year!

What’s the 411?

Architecture Hall: Feel the nostalgia as Architecture Hall provides the backdrop of disco balls, balloons, a photo booth, and spiked punch. DJ Ben Stein will be delivering all your favorite hits from the decade of flannel, frosted tips, and iconic dance moves.

Rooftop: Is formal Prom a little too “stuffy” for your tastes? Come let loose at the Rooftop House Party! Pop ‘Clueless’ or ‘Pulp Fiction’ into the VCR and get your groove on under the stars while DJ Rafael spins the best 90’s jams. From boy bands to grunge, we’ll have you dancing like it’s 1999!

*If weather stops us from being able to party on the Rooftop, we’ll move the House Party into Beatnik Bob’s on the 3rd Floor to keep it fresh.

Say Cheese at Our Balloon Photo Backdrop and Photo Booth!

Capture the night with your squad at our balloon photo backdrop! Strike a pose, take a selfie, and make memories that are, like, totally Instagram-worthy. Don’t forget to hit up the 360° photo booth for some silly snapshots with props that’ll remind you of the good ol’ days.

Sip on Some Fly Specialty Drinks!

We’re mixing up some dope specialty drinks that’ll take you back in time. Whether you were into Surge or Zima, the Cowboy Bar and Rooftop Café will have a little something for everyone to enjoy.

What to Wear?

Think flannel shirts, chokers, overalls, slip dresses, and anything else that screams ’90s!

All the Deets

Tickets: Get your tickets now before they’re gone! This event will sell out!Price: $30 non-members | $20 members

This is one night you don’t want to miss! So grab your friends, bring your A-game, and get ready to party like it’s the ’90s. We’ll see you there, party people!

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

Save $10 with an Annual Pass!

Member Tickets ($20)

Non-Member Tickets ($30)

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FOX 2 – City Nights at The City Museum

FOX 2 – St. Louis Fest – City Museum

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

St. Louis Magazine – City Nights presents ’90s Prom

FOX 2 – Tim’s Travels: City Nights – ’90s Prom (video below)

City Nights: Neon Dreams
2024-08-16 00:00 - 23:59
Neon Dreams flicker with the vivid intensity of a city that never sleeps, where the electric glow of illuminated signs bathes the night in a surreal, technicolor haze. They capture a world where reality blends seamlessly with the fantastical, and every shadow and light dance in an endless rhythm of vibrant hues.

Come vibe with us as the sun sets over Downtown St. Louis, and the City Museum turns into a Neon Dream! Get lost in the sounds of DJ Dot Matrix while you craft your own brightly colored masterpiece with Art City. Glowing orbs will illuminate your path to a light show under the dome with visuals by Max Cassilly, where the lights and sounds will deliver you to a place where imagination reigns supreme and the boundaries between dreams and reality are delightfully blurred.

Friday, August 16 from 7pm-11pm

Great views of the St. Louis skyline all night

Music by DJ Dot Matrix

Projection-mapped light show under the dome by Max Cassilly

Food, drinks, beer, and cocktails are available for purchase

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.

Neon Dreams Bundle ($75 $60)

Bundle includes 2 tickets to City Nights: Neon Dreams, plus FREE parking!

Individual – Member Discount ($20)

Individual – Non-Member ($30)

Save $10 with an Annual Pass!

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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

St. Louis Magazine – City Nights presents Neon Dreams

Paint and Sip: Pop Art
2024-08-23 00:00 - 23:59
Unleash your inner artist and indulge your creative side with our exclusive Paint and Sip sessions!

Choose your colors, draw a cave creature, and channel your favorite Pop Art icon to create this masterpiece.

Guided by a Skilled Instructor.

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

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.

Friday, August 233pm–5pm or 6pm–8pm

Art City on 4th Floor. 18+ only with valid ID. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Includes General Admission for the day of the event.

Individual Ticket ($40)

Member Discount ($20)

Save $20 with an Annual Pass!

City Nights: Summer Send-Off
2024-08-30 00:00 - 23:59
Come kick off Labor Day Weekend and send off Summer with us at the last City Nights of 2024!

Grab a drink, watch local graffiti artists paint live under the dome, and vibe to a DJ set from 18&Counting. If you’re feeling inspired, try your hand at painting the collaborative panels just for event guests. If you want something a little smaller that you can take home, our button maker is back in action for the final City Nights of the season!

*RAIN PLAN: If Mother Nature keeps us from partying on the Rooftop, we’ll move the DJ, graffiti artists, and other activities down to our garage and loading dock on the 1st Floor, and this area will be private for City Nights guests only all night. As a bonus, we’ll also keep the rest of the museum (including the slides, climbers and explorable areas) open after we close to the general public at 9pm. That means from 9pm-11pm, City Museum will be ALL YOURS!

Friday, August 30 from 7pm-11pm

Great views of the St. Louis skyline all night

Music by 18&counting DJ set

Live painting by local graffiti artists Kevin, Dormir, Nears, Null, Kayel, and Quest

Food, drinks, beer, and cocktails are available for purchase

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.

Summer Send-Off Bundle ($75 $60)

Bundle includes 2 tickets to City Nights: Summer Send-Off, plus FREE parking!

Individual – Member Discount ($20)

Individual – Non-Member ($30)

Save $10 with an Annual Pass!

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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

St. Louis Magazine – City Nights presents Summer Send-Off

International & Craft Beer Month
2024-08-30 00:00 - 2024-09-22 23:59
Cheers! Prost! Salud! Slainte! ????

Join us weekends in September as we celebrate one of the world’s oldest drinks, beer! Go on a bar crawl inside the museum, as each outlet features a different theme, with festive food and beer available for purchase (including non-alcoholic options), plus games and entertainment.

ICBM Passport

Go around the world (or at least the museum) with an ICBM Passport! No airports or border checks necessary, just click below to order your Passport and get a lanyard, pretzel necklace, souvenir glass, and six 4-oz samples during ICBM weekends.

Passport + Admission ($40)

Passport ONLY ($20)

Event weekends are Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from August 30 to September 22, plus Labor Day on Monday, September 2. Admission can be redeemed at the Front Desk. Passport can be redeemed at Cabin Inn Bar on the 1st Floor. Member Pass or General Admission required for entry. Must be 21+ with valid ID to purchase and redeem.

Cabin Inn Bar

Oktoberfest

Raise your glass and savor the true taste of a great German tradition with a carefully curated selection of local Oktoberfest marzen, hefeweizen, and other fall classics.

Food:

Monstro Pretzel Box — A supersized brauhaus pretzel served with an assortment of cheeses and meats

Drinks:

Marzen

Festbier

Hefeweizen

View our menu or follow us on Untappd to see what we’re serving up!

Beatnik Bob’s

Beatnik & Hipster

Roll up your sleeves and grab your 45s, we’ll be playing it cool and listening to bands you’ve probably never heard of. There are no rules when you’re too cool for school.

Food:

Nashville Hot Chicken Quesadilla — Nashville Hot chicken on a flour tortilla with cheddar jack cheese, diced pickles, and ranch sauce

Drinks:

Hoppy IPA

Sour Gose

Imperial Stout

View our menu or follow us on Untappd to see what we’re serving up!

Entertainment:

Friday 8/30 – Karaoke, 4pm–8pm

Saturday 8/31 – Karaoke, 4pm–8pm

Sunday 9/1 – Watershed Trio, 12pm–3pm

Monday 9/2 – DJ Cassiana, 12pm–3pm

Friday 9/6 – Karaoke, 4pm–8pm

Saturday 9/7 – DJ Cassiana, 4pm–7pm

Sunday 9/8 – Watershed Trio, 12pm–3pm

Friday 9/13 – Karaoke, 4pm–8pm

Saturday 9/14 – DJ Dot Matrix, 4pm–7pm

Sunday 9/15 – Watershed Trio, 12pm–3pm

Friday 9/20 – The Melodibots, 4pm–6pm

Saturday 9/21 – DJ Dot Matrix, 4pm–7pm

Sunday 9/22 – Watershed Trio, 12pm–3pm

Cowboy Bar

American Southwest

Journey south, west, and southwest for a trip to the border. Grab your amigos, cowboys and cowgirls, it’s time for a cerveza!

Food:

Frito Chili Pie — Fritos smothered in Texas chili, diced onion, and shredded cheddar

Drinks:

Mexican Lager

Fruit Beer

View our menu or follow us on Untappd to see what we’re serving up!

Entertainment:

Friday 8/30 – Piasa String Band, 4pm–7pm

Saturday 8/31 – Mass Acoustic, 4pm–7pm

Monday 9/2 – Piasa String Band, 12pm–3pm

Friday 9/6 – DJ Jillian, 4pm–7pm

Sunday 9/8 – DJ Matt Sawicki, 12pm–3pm

Friday 9/13 – DJ Cassiana, 4pm–7pm

Saturday 9/14 – DJ Matt Sawicki, 4pm–7pm

Sunday 9/15 – DJ Dot Matrix, 12pm–3pm

Friday 9/20 – Piasa String Band, 4pm–7pm

Saturday 9/21 – DJ Matt Sawicki, 4pm–7pm

Sunday 9/22 – Piasa String Band, 12pm–3pm

Rooftop Café

Backyard BBQ

Why was Dad grilling on the Rooftop? Because the steaks have never been higher! We know dad jokes about grilling are the wurst, but this party is going to be well-done.

Food:

Burnt End Sausage — All-beef Burnt End sausage, grilled and served on a bun with Maull’s BBQ Sauce

Drinks:

Pale Ale

Shandy

Seltzer

Rooftop Access required, weather permitting. View our menu or follow us on Untappd to see what we’re serving up!

General Admission required, Rooftop Access required for Rooftop Café. Must be 21+ with valid ID to purchase or consume alcohol.

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FOX2 — Beer crawl through City Museum at International & Craft Beer Festival! (video)

KMOV — Thirsty Thursday: International and Craft Beer Festival (video)

Untappd Menu

Paint and Sip: Glowing Axolotl
2024-10-19 18:00 - 20:00
Unleash your inner artist and indulge your creative side with our exclusive Paint and Sip sessions!

Celebrate spooky season, as well as our favorite amphibians, by painting this black light-reactive axolotl splashing around in the bubbling brew of a witch’s cauldron!

Guided by a Skilled Instructor.

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

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.

Saturday, October 19 from 6pm–8pm

Art City on 4th Floor. 18+ only with valid ID. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Includes General Admission for the day of the event.

Individual Ticket ($40)

Member Discount ($20)

Save $20 with an Annual Pass!

Flustered Mustard presents "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" SOLD OUT!
2024-10-25 00:00 - 23:59
Get ready Transylvanians — It’s time for The Rocky Horror Picture Show!

This spooky season, join us for a late-night screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show with LIVE Shadowcast Flustered Mustard. Eager to do The Time Warp? Great! We can’t wait to have you! Never seen it? Throw on your mother’s high heels and fishnets, ’cause you’re in for a treat!

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 as his hapless guests Brad and Janet, Meat Loaf as motorcycle-riding rough trade and author Richard O’Brien as the hunchbacked butler Riff Raff. It’s harmless musical fun—a delightful spoof of Hollywood horror movies and Old Dark House melodramas. Become a part of the movie by shouting out lines with the cast as well as throwing props to mock the action on screen. The Rocky Horror Picture Show was the first—and is still the best—interactive movie experience!

Dressing up is HIGHLY encouraged! Rocky Horror isn’t Rocky Horror without the corsets and lipstick.

Each ticket includes a Prop Bag (a $5 value) with all the necessary items for the evening. For the safety of everyone involved, outside Prop Bags will NOT be allowed at the screening. Bag checks will happen at the door, so please use common sense (dangerous items will not be allowed in). The cast will have a whole slew of t-shirts, stickers, buttons, and other items for sale as well.

On the Rooftop, under the dome, from 7pm–11pm

Official Flustered Mustard prop bag included for each guest

Drinks and food will be available for purchase

Rooftop opens at 7pm

Live pre-show begins at 8pm

Screening begins at 8:30pm

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

Seating is available on a first-come first-served basis, or feel free to bring your own folding/camping chair

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

Sold Out!

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Dinner Detective Murder Mystery - Oct. 25
2024-10-25 00:00 - 23:59
Solve a hilarious murder mystery with The Dinner Detective 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, a delicious catered dinner, and plenty of surprises — all in our historic Vault Room.

Vault Room from 6pm–9pm

Seating will be first-come, first-served, so plan accordingly if you’re coming with a group

Menu is buffet-style and will include vegetarian options

Some guests may be asked to participate

Dress to impress or dress to play

Dinner Menu

Grilled Chicken

Veggie Lasagna

Power Green Salad

Au Gratin Dafinos

Mostaccioli in red sauce

New York style Cheesecake

Soda, beer, and cocktails available for purchase

If you have any food allergies or require any other accommodations, please contact info@citymuseum.org

18+ with valid ID. Must be 21+ to purchase and consume alcohol. Ticket price includes waitstaff gratuity. Dinner is served buffet-style; however, portion sizing may be limited. Includes General Admission on the day of the event.

Ticket sales are closed for this event. Please consider other Dinner Detective dates!

This event info is for Friday, Oct. 25, 2024 only. Click here to see other available dates.

Happy Halloween!
2024-10-31 00:00 - 23:59
Whether you’re planning a hauntingly good celebration or just enjoying the autumn vibes, all of us at City Museum want to wish you a safe and fun Halloween!

We’ve completed another successful ‘Fright at the Museum’ for the year, but you’ll still see a few silly and spooky decorations floating around for a few more days. We’ll be open 10am–6pm, and the staff will be handing out candy at the front desk and some of the bigger slides, while supplies last.

We will be wearing our costumes, and we hope you do too! Tag us in your weirdly wonderful Halloween photos (@citymuseum) so we can share them! Please note that we do not allow masks, capes, or weapons.

Included with Member Pass or General Admission.

Dinner Detective Murder Mystery - Nov. 1
2024-11-01 00:00 - 23:59
Solve a hilarious murder mystery with The Dinner Detective 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, a delicious catered dinner, and plenty of surprises — all in our historic Vault Room.

Vault Room from 6pm–9pm

Seating will be first-come, first-served, so plan accordingly if you’re coming with a group

Menu is buffet-style and will include vegetarian options

Some guests may be asked to participate

Dress to impress or dress to play

Catered Dinner Menu

Grilled Chicken

Veggie Lasagna

Power Green Salad

Au Gratin Dafinos

Mostaccioli in red sauce

New York style Cheesecake

Soda, beer, and cocktails available for purchase

If you have any food allergies or require any other accommodations, please contact info@citymuseum.org

18+ with valid ID. Must be 21+ to purchase and consume alcohol. Ticket price includes waitstaff gratuity. Dinner is served buffet-style; however, portion sizing may be limited.

Ticket includes General Admission for the day of the event.

Dinner Date Bundle ($165 $150)

Individual Ticket ($75)

Bundle includes 2 tickets to Dinner Detectives, plus FREE parking!

This event info is for Friday, Nov. 1, 2024 only. Click here to see other available dates.

Dinner Detective Murder Mystery - Nov. 15
2024-11-15 00:00 - 23:59
Solve a hilarious murder mystery with The Dinner Detective 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, a delicious catered dinner, and plenty of surprises — all in our historic Vault Room.

Vault Room from 6pm–9pm

Seating will be first-come, first-served, so plan accordingly if you’re coming with a group

Menu is buffet-style and will include vegetarian options

Some guests may be asked to participate

Dress to impress or dress to play

Catered Dinner Menu

Grilled Chicken

Veggie Lasagna

Power Green Salad

Au Gratin Dafinos

Mostaccioli in red sauce

New York style Cheesecake

Soda, beer, and cocktails available for purchase

If you have any food allergies or require any other accommodations, please contact info@citymuseum.org

18+ with valid ID. Must be 21+ to purchase and consume alcohol. Ticket price includes waitstaff gratuity. Dinner is served buffet-style; however, portion sizing may be limited.

Pre-Sale has ended!

Tickets are still available at the Ticket Window for a limited time!

This event info is for Friday, Nov. 15, 2024 only. Click here to see other available dates.

Dinner Detective Murder Mystery - Nov. 22
2024-11-22 00:00 - 23:59
Solve a hilarious murder mystery with The Dinner Detective 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, a delicious catered dinner, and plenty of surprises — all in our historic Vault Room.

Vault Room from 6pm–9pm

Seating will be first-come, first-served, so plan accordingly if you’re coming with a group

Menu is buffet-style and will include vegetarian options

Some guests may be asked to participate

Dress to impress or dress to play

Catered Dinner Menu

Grilled Chicken

Veggie Lasagna

Power Green Salad

Au Gratin Dafinos

Mostaccioli in red sauce

New York style Cheesecake

Soda, beer, and cocktails available for purchase

If you have any food allergies or require any other accommodations, please contact info@citymuseum.org

18+ with valid ID. Must be 21+ to purchase and consume alcohol. Ticket price includes waitstaff gratuity. Dinner is served buffet-style; however, portion sizing may be limited.

Ticket includes General Admission for the day of the event.

Pre-Sale has ended!

Tickets are still available at the Ticket Window for a limited time!

This event info is for Friday, Nov. 22, 2024 only. Click here to see other available dates.

fnnch "Honey Bear" Reception
2024-12-22 00:00 - 23:59
Artist fnnch is unveiling a new series of Honey Bears at City Museum!

Meet fnnch!The artist will be available for pictures and autographs from 4pm–5pm. Art, merch and apparel will be available for purchase, or guests can bring their own items to be signed.

Honey Bear-themed activities from 4pm–7pm!

Grab a Scavenger Hunt sheet to find all 10 Honey Bears painted throughout the museum

Find an original Honey Bear, along with works from other St. Louis artists, in the Art Gallery

Create your own Honey Bear with coloring sheets in Art City

Holiday food and drinks available for purchase at Elf’d Up Café

4th Floor. Included with Member Pass or General Admission.

MLK Jr. Day Weekend
2025-01-16 00:00 - 2025-01-20 23:59
Extended Holiday Hours:Thu, Jan. 16: 10am–5pmFri, Jan. 17: 10am–9pmSat, Jan. 18: 10am–9pmSun, Jan. 19: 10am–9pmMon, Jan. 20: 10am–5pm, MLK Jr. Day

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LENS
2025-01-17 00:00 - 2025-03-02 23:59
LENS is a multimedia installation by Gary Passanise, one of many local artists who have studio space inside City Museum’s halls.

Passanise says of this installation, “The images in this exhibit are an interactive montage of photo transparencies combined with the iconic views and activity from the fourth-floor windows of City Museum.

“In September of 2024 I attended an artist residency in Southwestern France and exhibited drawings and small sculpture*. The memory of events captured through the lens of photography are merely one aspect of constructing this exhibit. While memory is a significant catalyst for visual art, what remains fluid in the content of this body of work is the continual changes both from the light, time of day and the always evolving vistas and activity from the west side of the Museum.

“The title ‘Lens’ refers specifically to layering the experience of new and unusual vistas during my travels to Barcelona Spain and the consequent train ride documentation to and from the residency in Southwestern France.”

Exhibit DatesFriday, Jan. 17 – Sunday, Mar. 2, 2025

Opening ReceptionFriday, Jan. 31 from 5pm–7pm

The residency and this exhibit are funded by The Regional Arts Commission, Artist Support Grant 2024 and City Museum.

4th Floor near Overflow Café. Included with General Admission or Member Pass.

Dome Study (Infinity)
2025-02-07 00:00 - 2025-03-07 23:59
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 stapler.

“I’m known for using cardboard in an unexpected way, and I love to think about the differences between the way things are made in nature and the human world. I love the flexibility and impermanence of natural architecture, the way things grow, move and change with the seasons. I also love putting people inside my work. That’s why I love co-creating installations with public participation. There’s a feeling of possibility that ignites a person’s creative agency. That’s what I’m always shooting for. To get people to start asking, “What if?” and to be at the heart of a feeling of transformation.”

Exhibit DatesFriday, Feb. 7 – Friday, Mar. 7, 2025

Opening ReceptionFriday, Feb. 7 from 5pm–8pm

Workshops with the artistSaturday, Feb. 8 from 12pm–2pm and 4pm–6pmSunday, Feb. 9 from 12pm–2pm and 4pm–6pm

3rd Floor between Skateless Park and Toddler Town. Materials will be provided, and guests are encouraged to participate in creating a cardboard environment throughout the exhibit. Included with General Admission or Member Pass.

Presidents' Day Weekend
2025-02-13 00:00 - 2025-02-17 23:59
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

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Spindles in the City
2025-02-25 00:00 - 23:59
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 an International Shoe Company warehouse.

And if you’ve taken a closer look at those spindles anytime recently… you could probably tell that they need some TLC.

We asked our friends at The Regional Arts Commission of St. Louis to help us recruit some artists to re-paint the spindles, and we want you to get in on the fun too! You don’t have to be artistically inclined to paint a spindle, so don’t be shy. If painting isn’t your thing, come down for the vibes and take in the talent and creativity we have here in STL.

Tuesday, Feb. 25 5pm–9pm

Featured Local Artists:

Fatou Kane

Zachary Chasnoff / Simiya Sudduth

Robert Armbrister

Carolyn Lewis

John Harrington

McCrae

David Ruggeri

Ben Hanvy

Ayanna Thompson

Must be 21+ with valid ID. A portion of the ticket proceeds will go to support The Regional Arts Commission of St. Louis.

Painter ($30)

Spectator ($20)

Each ‘Painter’ ticket allows you to paint one spindle. We will provide paint and other supplies — please do not bring your own materials. Artwork must be appropriate for all ages. No text or logos. City Museum reserves the right to alter or remove any design at any time. Each person will get at least one hour to complete their spindle, and all artwork must be completed by the end of the event time. Start times will be staggered to allow all participants fair access to space and supplies.

Spring Break 2025
2025-03-01 00:00 - 2025-03-31 23:59
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 and creativity, making it a must-visit destination for an adventurous spring break.

Extended Spring Break Hours:Sat, Mar. 1: 10am–9pmSun, Mar. 2: 10am–6pm

Mon, Mar. 3: ClosedTue, Mar. 4: Closed, Mardi GrasWed, Mar. 5: 10am–6pmThu, Mar. 6: 10am–6pmFri, Mar. 7: 10am–9pmSat, Mar. 8: 9:30am–9pmSun, Mar. 9: 9:30am–6pm

Mon, Mar. 10: 9:30am–6pmTue, Mar. 11: 9:30am–6pmWed, Mar. 12: 9:30am–6pmThu, Mar. 13: 9:30am–6pmFri, Mar. 14: 9:30am–10pmSat, Mar. 15: 9:30am–10pmSun, Mar. 16: 9:30am–6pm

Mon, Mar. 17: 9:30am–6pm, St. Patrick’s DayTue, Mar. 18: 9:30am–6pmWed, Mar. 19: 9:30am–6pmThu, Mar. 20: 9:30am–6pmFri, Mar. 21: 9:30am–10pmSat, Mar. 22: 9:30am–10pmSun, Mar. 23: 9:30am–6pm

Mon, Mar. 24: 9:30am–6pmTue, Mar. 25: 9:30am–6pmWed, Mar. 26: 9:30am–6pmThu, Mar. 27: 9:30am–6pmFri, Mar. 28: 9:30am–10pmSat, Mar. 29: 9:30am–10pmSun, Mar. 30: 9:30am–6pm

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314 Day Scavenger Hunt
2025-03-14 00:00 - 23:59
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 to New York in terms of garment manufacturing, especially for dresses and shoes. At one time, Washington Avenue had more shoe manufacturers than any other street in the world and was deemed “Shoe Street, USA.” This included the International Shoe Co. factory in what is now The Last Hotel.

Our building, which is connected to The Last Hotel by a breezeway, was International Shoe Co.’s warehouse. You may already be familiar with a few things the original tenants left behind, such as the supply chutes that became the spiral slides in the Enchanted Caves, as well as the roller spindles (which we recently repainted!) that carried packages down to the loading docks. They also left us some slightly less useful items… like thousands of leather shoe scraps.

But one man’s trash is another man’s treasure shoe heel! To celebrate the history of St. Louis, the Garment District, and our own digs on this area-code themed holiday, we’ve dusted off 314 shoe heels, painted them gold, and hidden them around the museum.

We challenge you to scour every corner of the Enchanted Caves, Architecture Hall, Beatnik Bob’s, and the rest of the museum to claim your prize — that’s right, every golden shoe heel you find is worth a prize! Turn your hard work and minor history lesson into candy, City Museum swag and apparel, or even a pair of tickets for your next visit.

Included with General Admission or Member Pass. Each golden shoe heel may only be redeemed once and must be redeemed during open hours (9:30am–10pm) on Friday, March 14.

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St. Patrick's Day Weekend
2025-03-14 00:00 - 2025-03-17 23:59
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 at the Cabin Inn, Beatnik Bob’s, and Cowboy Bar.

Weekend Hours

Fri, Mar. 14: 9:30am–10pm, 314 DaySat, Mar. 15: 9:30am–10pmSun, Mar. 16: 9:30am–6pmMon, Mar. 17: 9:30am–6pm, St. Patrick’s Day

If you’re coming to visit us on Saturday, note that some streets will be closed that morning and afternoon for the Downtown St. Patrick’s Day Parade. We recommend using the Jefferson Ave. or Broadway St. exits from highways 64 or 44.

St. Patrick’s Day ParadeSaturday, Mar. 15 at 12pmDowntown St. Louis, along Market St. from 8th St. to 22nd St.
