History
St. Louis became the launching point for which famous expedition?
The Lewis and Clark Expedition
This St. Louis park is larger than Central Park in New York City
Forest Park
This St. Louis brewery is home to the Budweiser Clydesdales
Anheuser-Busch
What year did U.S. host its first Olympics?
1904
America’s oldest and largest outdoor musical theater
The Muny
What nickname did St. Louis earn due to its position as a major trade hub on the Mississippi River?
The Gateway to the West
This site holds attractions such as the St. Louis Aquarium and the St. Louis Wheel
Union Station
What is the name of the popular Italian restaurant district in St. Louis?
The Hill
What famous arena served as the Blues’ home before the Enterprise Center?
The St. Louis Arena or The Checkerdome
This Missouri author wrote books like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.
Mark Twain
St. Louis was named after King Louis lX of which country?
France
What year was the Arch completed?
1965
St. Louis pizza is known for this distinct cheese
Provel Cheese
What was the name of St. Louis’ only NBA team?
St. Louis Hawks
This rock n roll pioneer from St. Louis is famous for hits like “Johnny B. Goode“
Chuck Berry
The Gateway Arch commemorates the westward expansion of the U.S. and this historical event
The Louisiana Purchase
The 1904 World’s Fair was credited for the birth of this St. Louis attraction
The St. Louis Zoo
What popular St. Louis barbecue dish originated in the 1930s?
St. Louis ribs
What year did the Cardinals host its first World Series?
1926
In 1933, The Fabulous Fox Theater hosted the premiere of this film
King Kong
This President signed The Louisiana Purchase, making St. Louis a key part of the U.S. expansion
Thomas Jefferson
This attraction was established in 1859 and is known for the Climatron and Japanese Garden
Missouri Botanical Garden
What foods were popularized at the 1904 World’s Fair?
Waffle cone, ice cream cone, Dr. Pepper, cotton candy, hot dog on bun, hamburgers, peanut butter, and iced tea.
What year did the St. Louis Rams win the Super Bowl?
1999
This music genre, heavily influenced by African American musician, has deep roots in St. Louis
Blues