36x Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, Saint Louis Jefferson National Expansion Memorial is a National Park Service until authorized in 1935 to commemorate Saint Louis’ role in the westward expansion of the United States during the 19th century The Memorial honors Thomas Jefferson’s vision of a continental nation, which was the inspiration for architect Eero Saarinen soaring 630-foot stainless steel Gateway Arc. In addition to the Arch and the Museum of Westward Expansion beneath it, the Old Courthouse, scene of the historic Dred Scott case, is a major landmark in the story of the Civil Rights movement in the United States. Photographer- Dai Hirota Postcard size 4 x 6