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Eero Saarinen Society

Monumental Leaders: Eero Saarinen Society

Eero Saarinen Society members are key partners in sustaining Gateway Arch National Park by providing significant funding through unrestricted gifts of $1,000 or more annually to support the mission and work of Gateway Arch Park Foundation. Their generous investment enables us to fulfill our mission of conservation, education, and community engagement. As an Eero Saarinen Society member, you join a generous group of supporters dedicated to keeping the Gateway Arch the iconic monument and park it is both now and for generations to come.

Become a leading sustainer of a national treasure today by joining the Eero Saarinen Society (ESS) with your leadership annual gift!

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Benefits

*You will receive TEN free parks in the Kiener East Parking Garage. These are a one-time benefit and will not renew year after year. You will receive a discounted rate of $5 per park after all ten parks have been used.
**Arch Café, Arch Store and gift shop at the Old Courthouse

Benefits provided by Gateway Arch Park Foundation, Arch Café, Bi-State Development, Interpark, and Jefferson National Parks Association (JNPA)

Matching Gifts

Does your employer offer matching gifts? If so, the impact of your gift may double, and we will upgrade your membership & benefits to the level of your gift plus your employer match! Please let us know you have submitted your matching gift application to your employer in the comment section on the gift form.

Monthly Giving

Join the Eero Saarinen Society by becoming a monthly donor. Monthly giving is an option for all Eero Saarinen Society membership levels. Please click here to donate monthly and enjoy all of the same great benefits.

Who’s Eero Saarinen?

Eero Saarinen was the preeminent architect in 20th century modern design. Born in 1910, he immigrated to the United States from Finland when he was 13 years old. Saarinen created masterpieces inspired by exploration and expansion. In 1947, he entered the design contest for a monument that would honor Thomas Jefferson and St. Louis’ role in the westward expansion of the United States. In February 1948, Saarinen’s design for a stainless-steel Arch was unanimously chosen. His timeless design fulfilled Luther Ely Smith’s vision for the riverfront memorial and continues to represent St. Louis’ advancement in the 21st century.

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Gateway Arch Park with fireworks

To learn more about the benefits of membership in the Eero Saarinen Society, please contact Amanda Goldsmith, Director of Philanthropy and External Affairs, at 314-881-3535 or amanda.goldsmith@archpark.org

Interpark is the preferred parking provider for members of Gateway Arch Park Foundation. Members at the Supporter Level and above receive 10 free parks for Kiener East Parking Garage, just a few blocks away from the entrance of the Gateway Arch.