Frights & Heights

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About the Event:

The tallest monument in America will become the spookiest monument when the Gateway Arch transforms into a family-friendly Halloween party full of tricks and treats. Event attendees are encouraged to wear their best costumes* and participate in various Halloween-themed activities.

General admission to the family-friendly Halloween party is FREE, but advance registration is required, and space is limited. Haunted Tram Ride to the Top Tickets are available for purchase and include general admission.

Kids may want to bring some jokes (because that’s how St. Louis trick-or-treats) and we will supply gift bags for all to collect candy and non-candy treats throughout the evening!

Our Opportunity:

Volunteers at Frights & Heights assist staff in a variety of frightfully fun activities including:

• Corner Bookmarks -The base of the bookmark will already be made. Volunteers assist by showing guests the stickers, craft paper and glue to finish the bookmark. (1 per guest)

• Scratch off Rainbow Craft : Volunteers assist by showing guests the scratch off sticks to make the craft. Ribbons to tie on would be available if the guest would like one. (1 per guest)

• Tattoo Station: Volunteers would assist by allowing one tattoo per guest and by providing water, sponges, and paper towels for guests to apply their tattoo.

• Skeleton Bean Bag Toss (Corn Hole)-Volunteers assist guests by giving them the bean bags to toss. It may require bending down to pick up bean bags that are thrown.

• Skeleton Puzzle -Volunteers assist guests by making sure the bones are taken apart. Guests would be putting the skeleton back together on a standing Velcro chart.

• Giant I spy -The I spy will be a hanging banner. Volunteers pass out a recording sheet/pencils for guests to record the answers of how many of each I spy items there are. Guests will be able to check their answers to see if they are correct.

• Living History : Volunteers dress up as ghosts of historical figures and tell stories of their characters’ lives to visitors.

Roles and Responsibilities:

18 or older (younger applicants with parental/guardian approval may be considered). As representatives of The National Park Service and Gateway Arch Park Foundation, volunteers must adhere to the policies, procedures, and code of conduct as outlined in the volunteer handbook provided prior to or during training.

Required Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills:

• Excellent communication skills

• A desire to interact with the public and learn more about St. Louis history and the National Park Service

• Enthusiasm, friendliness, and a positive attitude

• Respect for confidentiality of the Gateway Arch National Park’s volunteers, partners, members, and donors

• Willingness to take initiative, and voice ideas

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and/or sit for extended periods of time

• Ability to occasionally lift and move up to forty (10) pounds

Commitment: Saturday, October 19 from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Location: Visitor Center at Gateway Arch National Park

Training and Supervision:

• Hands-on training will be provided at the beginning of the event.

Volunteer Perks:

• Contribute to a national monument, The Gateway Arch National Park!

• Annual volunteer recognition event

• Free parking if needed during volunteer hours

About the Gateway Arch National Park

Gateway Arch National Park is a part of the National Park Service with a mission to preserve unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. The Gateway Arch reflects St. Louis' role in the Westward Expansion of the United States during the nineteenth century. The park is a memorial to Thomas Jefferson's role in opening the West, to the pioneers who helped shape its history, and to Dred Scott who sued for his freedom in the Old Courthouse. For more information, visit www.nps.gov/jeff.

About Gateway Arch Park Foundation

Gateway Arch Park Foundation is a non-profit organization with a mission to ensure that the Gateway Arch, it’s grounds, neighboring public space, and attractions are a vital, active, and welcoming, well-supported resource to the community and nation for generations to come. The Foundation is part of an alliance that helps meet this mission, which includes the National Park Service, Bi-State Development, Great Rivers Greenway, Jefferson National Parks Association and the City of St. Louis. For more information, visit www.ArchPark.org .