St. Louis District News Releases

National Great Rivers Museum to Reopen July First

Press Operations — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 19:46:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at the National Great Rivers Museum (NGRM) will reopen beginning Wednesday, July 1.

“Masters of the Sky”: Eagles, Falcons, and Hawks Oh My!

Press Operations — Wed, 11 Dec 2019 17:32:02 GMT

Attention all Eagle and Raptor Enthusiasts. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will offer live Raptor shows to the public on Saturday, February 15 at the National Great Rivers Museum in Alton, Ill.

Proposed Reduced Operating Hours at the National Great Rivers Museum

Press Operations — Mon, 02 Dec 2019 22:33:11 GMT

In anticipation of funding changes currently reflected the proposed 2020 Federal Budget, the visiting hours of the National Great Rivers Museum will change beginning January 1, 2020 to support the new levels. New public hours will be 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday thru Saturday. Tours of the Melvin Price Lock and Dam will still be available on these days at 10:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Army Corps of Engineers promotes water safety this summer season

Press Operations — Mon, 20 May 2019 18:29:00 GMT

Summer is almost here and that means millions of Americans will be planning visits to our nation’s lakes and rivers. As the steward of many of these public waters, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) reminds visitors to be aware of the importance of practicing safe, sensible and thoughtful activities in and around the water.

Temporary Closure of Riverlands Way

Press Operations — Wed, 22 Mar 2017 20:45:59 GMT

The US Army Corps of Engineers, Rivers Project Office, will temporarily close Riverlands Way to vehicle traffic on Saturday March 25, 2017. The road will be closed from 6:00 am to 10:30 am for the annual Alton Half Marathon. Maple Island Access Area will still be available via Red School Road. For more information please contact Christopher Garcia at the Rivers Project Office at 636-899-0094.

There’s something for everyone at the Great Rivers Festival

Press Operations — Wed, 11 May 2016 13:52:41 GMT

This Father’s Day, bring Dad down to the Mississippi River! The third annual Great Rivers Festival will be at the National Great Rivers Museum in Alton, IL on Saturday June 18th from 12 pm – 7 pm. You can look forward to live music from Whiskey Drive, local food and drink vendors, local art vendors, and much more! There will be live bird shows from the TreeHouse Wildlife Center and an appearance by Serengeti Steve: The Reptile Experience. Other attractions include archery, catch-and-release trout fishing, birdhouse building, sand and chalk art, and lessons on how to catch and prepare Asian carp!

“Masters of the Sky”: Eagles, Falcons, and Owls - Oh My!

Press Operations — Wed, 20 Jan 2016 17:58:48 GMT

Tickets are now available for the annual Masters of the Sky event at the National Great Rivers Museum in Alton, Ill. The two-day eagle extravaganza will be held on February 13 and 14, 2016. Each year, this event promises to amazing and entertain audiences of all ages.

Partial Closure of Riverlands Way

Press Operations — Thu, 23 Jul 2015 14:11:30 GMT

The US Army Corps of Engineers, Rivers Project Office, is announcing the partial closure of Riverlands Way within the Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary in West Alton, MO. This road will be closed from the last parking lot east of the pavilion to the end of the road. This portion of Riverlands Way will be closed from July 23, 2015 until August 8, 2015 for road construction. Access to the Rivers Project Office and Riverlands Way Pavilion will not be impacted.

Riverlands Way Now Open to the Public

Press Operations — Wed, 08 Jul 2015 21:07:37 GMT

The US Army Corps of Engineers, Rivers Project Office has re-opened Riverlands Way road in West Alton, Missouri. The Mississippi River has crested and the roadway is now safe for visitor access. The Rivers Project Office and the Audubon Center at Riverlands are both open for visitors. Numerous other recreation areas are still closed due to flooding.

Corps of Engineers closes locks due to high water

Press Operations — Mon, 29 Jun 2015 19:14:46 GMT

Due to high water, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers St. Louis District closed Mississippi River Locks 24 in Clarksville and 25 in Winfield, as well as Jerry F. Costello Lock and Dam on the Kaskaskia River.

Get Your Paddle On! at the Riverlands Paddle Festival

Press Operations — Tue, 12 May 2015 16:24:20 GMT

The Mississippi River Water Trail Association, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Meeting of the Rivers Foundation and their associated partners invite you to experience the Mississippi River first-hand at the Riverlands Paddle Festival in the Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary on Saturday, May 16, 2015. Paddling and other activities will be available from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

National Great Rivers Museum Closure

Press Operations — Mon, 26 Jan 2015 20:18:53 GMT

The National Great Rivers Museum, operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, will be closed on January 27, 2015 due to a planned electrical outage. The facility is having electrical smart meters installed to help improve and monitor its energy efficiency. During this time, visitors are encouraged to visit the Audubon Center at Riverlands for winter bird viewing and regional visitor information.

“Masters of the Sky”: Eagles, Falcons, and Owls Oh My!

Press Operations — Tue, 06 Jan 2015 22:29:00 GMT

Tickets are now on sale for the annual Masters of the Sky event at the National Great Rivers Museum in Alton, IL. The two-day eagle extravaganza will be held on February 14 and 15, 2015. Each year, this event promises to amazing and entertain audiences of all ages.

UPDATE: Rivers Project Two Rivers South Access Area Closure

Press Operations — Thu, 30 Oct 2014 19:46:48 GMT

The US Army Corps of Engineers, Rivers Project Office, is announcing the temporary closure of the Two Rivers South Access Area in Rockport, IL. This access area will be closed until November 21, 2014 for dredging. Boats wishing to launch in this section of the river should use Two Rivers North Access Area to the north or Gosline Access Area to the south.

Sleep under the stars at the 5th Annual Family Campout

Press Operations — Tue, 16 Sep 2014 16:10:46 GMT

Alton, Ill. – Get your family together for an outdoor adventure at the 5th Annual Family Campout on September 27-28, 2014. This year’s festivities will include archery, family teambuilding games, campfire cooking competitions, stargazing, and an outdoor movie after dark! This event is in celebration of National Public Lands Day. What better way to celebrate our Public Lands than to spend the night on the banks of the Mississippi River!

Corps of Enigneers reopens main chamber at Mel Price Locks

Press Operations — Fri, 08 Aug 2014 17:01:00 GMT

Alton, Ill. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers St. Louis District reopened the main lock chamber to river traffic at Melvin Price Locks and Dam today after completing emergency repairs to one of the busiest locks on the Mississippi River.

BrainSTEM - Maiking Summer Science Fun!

Press Operations — Mon, 30 Jun 2014 13:09:29 GMT

The US Army Corps of Engineers and the Meeting of the Rivers Foundation are partnering to offer this exciting summer adventure camp to get your kids enjoying the outdoors! Our upcoming summer camp opportunity is BrainSTEM Camp, July 21st-23rd at the National Great Rivers Museum in Alton, IL.

Army Corps to hold public meeting for proposed Cora Island project

Press Operations — Tue, 20 May 2014 14:44:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Kansas City District will hold an open house public meeting for the proposed project at Cora Island on Wednesday, June 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Audubon Center at Riverlands, 301 Riverlands Way, West Alton, Mo.

St. Louis District’s Rivers Project acquires land at Piasa Creek

Press Operations — Tue, 20 May 2014 14:41:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers St. Louis District acquired 74-acres of land adjoining the upper portion of Piasa Creek in Madison County, Ill., for wetland restoration and habitat enhancement.

Great Rivers Festival Offers Something for Everyone – Just not the Dredge Potter

Press Operations — Thu, 15 May 2014 13:40:30 GMT

The Dredge Potter may not be available for this year’s Great Rivers Festival on Saturday May 17th from 10 am - 5 pm, but many other events and activities will keep visitors entertained. Hosted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Meeting of the Rivers Foundation, and many partners on the river, the Great Rivers Festival will connect visitors with our region’s river heritage. Festival-goers can participate in activities in Alton, Ill., and West Alton, Mo.