There's
a lot to do in St. Louis!
Here's a sneak peek
at the tours that will be available when you register for the Conference.
Please note that all tours
have a minimum number of guests. You will be notified by October 16th
if your tour is cancelled.
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The
Fabulous Fox
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MAJESTIC
ST. LOUIS
Wednesday, November
4
9:00am - 12:30pm
Saturday,
November 7
1:00pm
- 4:30pm
Experience
the majestic side of St. Louis through two of its most influential neighborhoods,
Midtown and the Central West End. En route to the Midtown theatre district,
which is anchored by the Fabulous Fox Theatre, you will pass Saint Louis
University (SLU). Founded in 1818, SLU is the oldest university west
of the Mississippi.
Experience the Fabulous Fox Theatre in style. Built in 1929 as a movie
theatre at a cost of $6 million, the Fox Theatre is a magnificent example
of the Siamese Byzantine design. Built by William Fox, of
20th Century Fox fame, the theatre was designed after a Hindu mosque.
During the 1930s, Fox had a theatre empire of over 800 theatres. After
a period of decline, the Fabulous Fox Theatre was restored and reopened
in 1982, and now hosts concerts and Broadway musicals. A tour of the
theatre, complete with backstage access, will complete your visit.
Then, vist the Cathedral
Basilica of St. Louis, known to St. Louisans as the New Cathedral. Here
be amazed by one of the largest collection of mosaics in the world
more than 84,000 square feet in 8,000 shades of color! The tiny pieces
of tessere and glass portray scenes from both the Old and New Testaments,
the life of Saint Louis IX, King of France, and many men and women prominent
in the history of St. Louis.
On Wednesday's Tour
- the fee includes a box lunch, and you will return in time to attend
The Reel Thing.
Cost per person:
$50 (Wed); $40 (Sat)
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The
Brewery
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Anheiser-Busch
Brewery & Ted Drewes
Tuesday,
November 3
Saturday, November 15
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Your tour guide
will familiarize you with the rich history of the colorful Busch family
en route to the King of Beers the Anheuser-Busch Brewery. Situated
in a 100-acre complex with over 70 red brick structures, the Brewery
buildings are known for their unique architecture and several are National
Historic Landmarks.
During the tour, you will see the World Famous Clydesdales, the Fermentation
Building, the Packaging and Bottling Plant, the Brew House and a film
about the brewing process. No visit would be complete without a stop
in the hospitality room to sample the family of Anheuser-Busch products.
After leaving Anheuser-Busch
youre in for one last treat. Before returning to the hotel, savor
a sweet treat as you stop at Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, a St. Louis
tradition since 1929. Enjoy a specialty concrete shake that
is so thick you can turn it upside down.
Cost per person:
$35.00
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