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Gateway Arch The Gateway Arch, tallest national monument in the United States, dominates the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial in St Louis. The Arch was built to commemorate the pioneering spirit of Americans who settled the West after the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. The Arch is 630 feet tall and is made of stainless steel. Eero Saarinen, a Finnish architect, was its designer, although he died before the Arch was completed and dedicated in 1968. Its graceful shape is a catenary curvethe type of curve that occurs when a chain is hung freely between two supports. The Arch weighs 17,246tons. Each leg consists of double-walled, equilateral triangle sections. These sections are connected by steel rods, which enable the Arch to be a selfsupporting, stressed-skin structure. The outside of the Arch is stainless steel plate. The height and span of the Arch at its widest point are the same-630 feet. Trains in each leg of the Arch are available to take visitors to the top. The trains carry 40 passengers each. The capsules that make up the train are mounted like ferris wheel baskets
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to provide for a smoother, more level ascent and descent. The underground Museum of Westward Expansion, located underneath the Arch, is another feature of the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial. The Museum features the artifacts and memorabilia of early frontier days, spanning a 100-year period from 1800to 1900. There is a wealth of information on the Indians of the area, as well as explorers, sailors, trappers, cowboys, and farmers. Standing in the shadow of the Gateway Arch is the Old Cathedral-Basilicaof St Louis. The tiny cathedral was built on the site where in 1764 the first Mass was celebratedin St Louis. The land was designated for church use by Pierre Laclede, the city’s founder. The cathedral you will see was built in 1834, and three other churches occupied the site before then. The cathedral was given basilica status by Pope John XXlll in 1961. There is a small museum in the cathedral, which includes a, display of the church’s original bell of 1772.
AORN Journal, February 1979,Vol29, No 3
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Forest Park Over 19 million people visited Forest Park in St Louis in 1904. The big attraction? The Louisiana Purchase Exposition, or World's Fair of 1904, which commemorated the centennial of the Louisiana Purchase. The Fair cost St Louis $52.5 million dollars and left the city with a beautiful park for its residents and visitors. Of the 1,576 buildings that were erected for the Fair, only one was permanent-the St Louis Art Museum. In 1907, it became the first totally publicly supported museum in the United States. The museum's 70 galleries feature fine collections of European, North American, Asian, African, and South and Central American art. The St Louis Art Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday. The Jefferson Memorial-Missouri Historical Society building was built with funds left over from the World's Fair. The historical society's displays emphasize the growth and development of western America and cover specific topics such as the River, military, St Louis, and costumes. Winter or summer, if you feel like outdoor exercise while visiting St Louis, Forest Park has it. The Steinberg Memorial Skating Rink is open November through March to ice skaters. From June to September, roller skating and other recreational activities are offered. Stargazers will be entertained by demonstrations and exhibits at the McDonnell Planetarium. Opened in 1963, the Planetarium is well-known for its Goto Star Projector, which projects re-creations of the universe onto the Planetarium's domed ceiling. Laser shows are also featured. The St Louis Zoo, also located in Forest Park, is one of the largest zoos in the world. It is built across 83 acres in the Park and houses over 3,000 animals in natural settings when-
The Jewel Box at Forest Park.
ever possible. Big Cat Country and the Charles H Yalem Children’s Zoo are two of the most popular spots to visit. Gardeners can visit the Park’s Jewel Box and Missouri Botanical Garden for breathtaking collections of flowers and plants. Open daily, the Jewel Box was built in 1936 as a conservatory for flowers. It features seasonal floral displays, a floral clock, wishing well, and a small waterfall. A chime carillon plays continuously for visitors. The Botanical Garden, known locally as “Shaw’s Garden” for its founder Henry Shaw, has one of the largest exhibition and experimentalgardens in the world. It was established in 1858. The first geodesic dome greenhouse ever built, the Climatron creates its own weather conditions to maintain its display of tropical flora. The Japanese Garden is the largest in the United States, containing 13.5 acres of lakes and waterfalls and a teahouse, dry garden, stone lanterns, and three authentic Japanese bridges.
Gateway Arch The Gateway Arch, tallest national monument in the United States, dominates the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial in St Louis. The Arch was built to commemorate the pioneering spirit of Americans who settled the West after the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. The Arch is 630 feet tall and is made of stainless steel. Eero Saarinen, a Finnish architect, was its designer, although he died before the Arch was completed and dedicated in 1968. Its graceful shape is a catenary curvethe type of curve that occurs when a chain is hung freely between two supports. The Arch weighs 17,246tons. Each leg consists of double-walled, equilateral triangle sections. These sections are connected by steel rods, which enable the Arch to be a selfsupporting, stressed-skin structure. The outside of the Arch is stainless steel plate. The height and span of the Arch at its widest point are the same-630 feet. Trains in each leg of the Arch are available to take visitors to the top. The trains carry 40 passengers each. The capsules that make up the train are mounted like ferris wheel baskets
692
to provide for a smoother, more level ascent and descent. The underground Museum of Westward Expansion, located underneath the Arch, is another feature of the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial. The Museum features the artifacts and memorabilia of early frontier days, spanning a 100-year period from 1800to 1900. There is a wealth of information on the Indians of the area, as well as explorers, sailors, trappers, cowboys, and farmers. Standing in the shadow of the Gateway Arch is the Old Cathedral-Basilicaof St Louis. The tiny cathedral was built on the site where in 1764 the first Mass was celebratedin St Louis. The land was designated for church use by Pierre Laclede, the city’s founder. The cathedral you will see was built in 1834, and three other churches occupied the site before then. The cathedral was given basilica status by Pope John XXlll in 1961. There is a small museum in the cathedral, which includes a, display of the church’s original bell of 1772.
AORN Journal, February 1979,Vol29, No 3
CastGard'" BandageGard
A Protector to Fit Almost Every Need Castgard and Bandagegard are comforting good news to anyone wearing a cast or bandage. Now they can enjoy soaking in the tub ... splashing in the shower...or a few soothing minutes in a therapeutic whirlpool, without any fear of water damage to their cast or bandage. It's just what the doctor "ordered." Slips on like a stocking. Seals itself snugly a t the top while providing lots of room and comfort around the cast or bandaged area. Keeps moisture completely out and can be used over and over again. And it's inexpensive. A most comforting thought.
Just What The Doctor "Ordered" There's a Castgard or Bandagegard available to f i t almost every possible need. Available in two sizes: Teenage or small adult size; and regular adult size. The most comfortable protector around...no bothersome straps, buckles, zippers or clamps to mess with.
Little & Company 23231 Vista Grande Dr. Suite B Laguna Hills, CA 92653 (714) 581-7470 / t o l l free 800-854-3155
VISIT US AT BOOTH #370
Forest Park Over 19 million people visited Forest Park in St Louis in 1904. The big attraction? The Louisiana Purchase Exposition, or World's Fair of 1904, which commemorated the centennial of the Louisiana Purchase. The Fair cost St Louis $52.5 million dollars and left the city with a beautiful park for its residents and visitors. Of the 1,576 buildings that were erected for the Fair, only one was permanent-the St Louis Art Museum. In 1907, it became the first totally publicly supported museum in the United States. The museum's 70 galleries feature fine collections of European, North American, Asian, African, and South and Central American art. The St Louis Art Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday. The Jefferson Memorial-Missouri Historical Society building was built with funds left over from the World's Fair. The historical society's displays emphasize the growth and development of western America and cover specific topics such as the River, military, St Louis, and costumes. Winter or summer, if you feel like outdoor exercise while visiting St Louis, Forest Park has it. The Steinberg Memorial Skating Rink is open November through March to ice skaters. From June to September, roller skating and other recreational activities are offered. Stargazers will be entertained by demonstrations and exhibits at the McDonnell Planetarium. Opened in 1963, the Planetarium is well-known for its Goto Star Projector, which projects re-creations of the universe onto the Planetarium's domed ceiling. Laser shows are also featured. The St Louis Zoo, also located in Forest Park, is one of the largest zoos in the world. It is built across 83 acres in the Park and houses over 3,000 animals in natural settings when-
The Jewel Box at Forest Park.
ever possible. Big Cat Country and the Charles H Yalem Children’s Zoo are two of the most popular spots to visit. Gardeners can visit the Park’s Jewel Box and Missouri Botanical Garden for breathtaking collections of flowers and plants. Open daily, the Jewel Box was built in 1936 as a conservatory for flowers. It features seasonal floral displays, a floral clock, wishing well, and a small waterfall. A chime carillon plays continuously for visitors. The Botanical Garden, known locally as “Shaw’s Garden” for its founder Henry Shaw, has one of the largest exhibition and experimentalgardens in the world. It was established in 1858. The first geodesic dome greenhouse ever built, the Climatron creates its own weather conditions to maintain its display of tropical flora. The Japanese Garden is the largest in the United States, containing 13.5 acres of lakes and waterfalls and a teahouse, dry garden, stone lanterns, and three authentic Japanese bridges.