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THE DELMAR LOOP QUESTIONS: 1. What is the length of the Delmar Loop Trolley? A: 2.2 Miles

2. What did the dancing couple atop the Blueberry Hill Say? A: I found my thrill...

3. What type of guitar is Chuck Berry playing on this famous statue? A: Gibson

4. How many root beers are on this famous soda microbreweries mural fence? A: 12

5.This fierce Zoo animal is illustrated on a famous soda microbreweries mural fence? A: Lion

BONUS: How many pounds of cranberries did Six Mile Bridge use in their pinkish Belgium wheat beer they brewed in partnership with Gateway to Hope, a breast cancer support organization? A: 504 pounds https://thestl.com/work/brewing-community/

THE DELMAR LOOP QUESTIONS: 1. What bar holds the longest and oldest pub dart tournament in North America? A: Blueberry Hill

2. How many stars call Blueberry Hill home? A: 8 (along the block on the street)

3. What string is Chuck Berry about to pluck on this famous statue? A: G (3rd from the bottom)

4. What famous cheersing king is on this famous microbreweries mural fence? A: King Louis IX

5. This company designed the Chuck Berry mural wall on the side of a famous vinyl record store. A: Topcoat Sign Co.

BONUS: How many pounds of cranberries did Six Mile Bridge use in their pinkish Belgium wheat beer they brewed in partnership with Gateway to Hope, a breast cancer support organization? A: 504 pounds https://thestl.com/work/brewing-community/

THE ZOO QUESTIONS: 1. How many arches are at this entrance? A: 7

2. What is the architects name who designed the serpentine wall? A: WIlliam Adair Bernoudy

3. What two streets make up the intersection at this corner? A: Washington Dr. & Government Dr.

4. How many miles encompass the purple trail system in the park? A: 3.4 miles

5. What is the stop ID number at the closest metro bus stop? A: 90

BONUS: In what cities does artist and St. Louis-native Aaron Fowler split his time? A: New York City, , and St. Louis https://thestl.com/culture/into-existence/

THE ZOO QUESTIONS: 1. What is the ID number of the underground electrical panel across the street? A: 27670

2. How many sidewalk ramps open into this intersection? A: 6

3. What color is the directional sign at the corner? A: White

4. How many black trash bins are around the intersection? A: 3

5. What are the directions on the yellow “park smart” sign? A: “Store your valuables out of sight”

BONUS: In what cities does artist and St. Louis-native Aaron Fowler split his time? A: New York City, Los Angeles, and St. Louis https://thestl.com/culture/into-existence/

ANHEUSER BUSCH BREWERY: 1. How many pickets are at the top of the gates at the west entrance of this brewery? A: 16

2. Designated Driver Way is also known as what? A: Busch Place

3. What letter is outside the Biergarten? A: B

4. What 2 flags fly on the roof? A: USA & Anheuser Busch

5. How many Clydesdales pull the carriage of beer? A: 8

BONUS: When will the National Geospatial Agency’s Next NGA West headquarters just north of Downtown be fully operational? A: 2025 https://thestl.com/work/mapping-out-the-future/

ANHEUSER BUSCH BREWERY: 1. How many pickets are at the top of the gates at the south entrance of this brewery? A: 26

2. Busch Place is also known as what? A: Designated Driver Way

3. What 3 flags fly at the entrance to this brewery? A: USA, , & Anheuser Busch

4. What does the plaque on the Shipping-Office say? A: Anheuser-Busch Employees' Association Store & Office

5. How many cases of beer can be seen on the carriage pulled by Clydesdales? A: 27

BONUS: When will the National Geospatial Agency’s Next NGA West headquarters just north of Downtown be fully operational? A: 2025 https://thestl.com/work/mapping-out-the-future/

KIENER PLAZA: 1. Kiener was born in St. Louis and most noted for his position on the US track team at the STL hosted 1904 Olympics. What is the name of his statue in the center of the Plaza? A: Runner Man

2. Which famous Cardinal’s name still adornes the side of a building on Market Street? A:

3. If your team is really far behind, which ordinance number demands that you leave the plaza by 10pm? A: Ord #58262

3. If you were walking down Market Street in 1817, what would the street have been named? A: Rue de la Place or Rue Bonhomme

5. The granite market pays homage to the “First Trail West.” In what year was this trail created? A: 1764

BONUS: Name a specific class that students at Marian Middle School can take as part of their curriculum (must be referenced in the story). A: “American Protest Literature” or “Women in History” https://thestl.com/community/whats-possible/

KIENER PLAZA: 1. Frankie Muse Freeman is an incredible Civil Rights Attorney from St. Louis. In 2016 President Obama appointed her to which Commission? A: Commission on Presidential Scholars

2. If some punk kid on the playground was not following Play Rule #2 what would they be doing wrong? A: Pushing, shoving, or rough play

3. While there are a number of cool animals on the playground, which animal is the largest and could be slid down? A: Fish

4. How many large columns are there on the front of the Old Courthouse? A: 6

5. Which 4 streets surround the Plaza? A: Market, Broadway, Chestnut, 7th

BONUS: Name a specific class that students at Marian Middle School can take as part of their curriculum (must be referenced in the story). A: “American Protest Literature” or “Women in History” https://thestl.com/community/whats-possible/

CITY FOUNDRY: 1. At the corner of Spring Street and Foundry Way, what’s the difference between the highest numbers you see? A: 29 (3730-3701)

2. Hidden inside the giant trommel outside the food hall you’ll find a pie. How many pieces do you count? A: 6

3. How tall is the low clearance? A: 13ft 3in

4. What business wants you to “Come On In” before you head back to the parking garage? A: Great Rivers Gateway

5. How many red flags are flown by a Sweedish ally? A: 1

BONUS: What city is Welcome Neighbor STL volunteer/cook Badur Mohamed from? A: Kuwait https://thestl.com/community/a-hearty-dish/

CITY FOUNDRY: 1. The kitty cat is looking to play. What colors are the rings she’s looking at? A: Red, yellow, green, blue

2. Hungry? How many stripes directo you to your next meal? A: 4

3. Where should you “Live Life?” A: Outside

4. The Lawrence Group wants you to be safe. What do they require? A: Hard hat, safety glasses, proper work boots and high visibility clothing

5. What creature lives between 151 and 153? A: Owl

BONUS: What city is Welcome Neighbor STL volunteer/cook Badur Mohamed from? A: Kuwait https://thestl.com/community/a-hearty-dish/

TOWER GROVE PARK: 1. How many white bollards are inside the circle? A: 32

2. Whose Statue is inside the circle? A: William Shakespeare

3. What are the 4 names on the statue base? A: Falstaff, Queen Katherine, Lady Macbeth, Hamlet

4. How many lights are around the American Flag? A: 3

5. Who marked the spot of the Mulberry tree? A: Adelaide Neilson

BONUS: How many acres of wildlife exhibits do zoo staffers monitor? A: 90 acres https://thestl.com/work/call-of-the-wild/

TOWER GROVE PARK: 1. What colors are the metal recycling bins in the area? A: Black

2. On the bench dedicated to Terry Lee Thayer, what is the quote on the plaque? A: Go easy, step lightly, stay free

3. Finish the rules posted “No bikes, no dogs, no ___” A: Fishing

4. What is the name of the shelter with turquoise columns? A: Lily pond shelter

5. What is the speed limit of the roundabout? A: 20 mph

BONUS: How many acres of wildlife exhibits do zoo staffers monitor? A: 90 Acres https://thestl.com/work/call-of-the-wild/

THE GROVE: 1. Even though this space octopus has 8 tentacles, what local craft beer can he not let go of? A: 4Hands City Wide

2. Take a trip through time with a population map and find what color represents St. Louis A: Blue

3. This black cat can’t cross Manchester and looks pretty mad about it. What word screams above her head? A: Bang!

4. RISE to the call and fill in the motivational blankets you see: All ____ are _____bodies. A: All bodies are great bodies

5. Who plays soccer in the Grove? A: Baecky Sauerbrunn

BONUS: How many pounds of cranberries did Six Mile Bridge use in their pinkish Belgium wheat beer they brewed in partnership with Gateway to Hope, a breast cancer support organization? A: 504 pounds https://thestl.com/work/brewing-community/

THE GROVE: 1. Who made the mouse? A: Tom Otterness

2. Tiki drinks are the best drinks, but what advice do they offer? A: No hurry no worry

3. What station handles the Post for the grove? A: Chouteau Station

4. Every city gets a piece of the pie in this population mural. What two cities are represented by purple? A: Boston and Austin

5. Hungry and in a hurry? Pie Guy can provide what slice for $4? A: Cheese

BONUS: How many pounds of cranberries did Six Mile Bridge use in their pinkish Belgium wheat beer they brewed in partnership with Gateway to Hope, a breast cancer support organization? A: 504 pounds https://thestl.com/work/brewing-community/

SCIENCE CENTER: 1. Tom Friedman constructed this tall metallic sculpture at the planetarium A: Looking Up (2014)

2. What kind of hornet makes its home at the planetarium? A: Blue Angel / F/A-18B Hornet Aircraft

3. What number is on the side of this iconic fighter jet? A: 7

4. Who flew the now retired Blue Angels fighter jet? A: Lt Dan McShane and Lt. Frank Weisser

5. How many hornets are on this famous jets iconic badge? A: 4

BONUS: In what cities does artist and St. Louis-native Aaron Fowler split his time? A: New York City, Los Angeles, and St. Louis https://thestl.com/culture/into-existence/

SCIENCE CENTER: 1. The planetarium’s shape is considered what? A: A hyperbolic paraboloid

2. Which cardinal direction is the Blue Hornet facing? A: South / southwest

3. These sequences of numbers live on the side of this famous navy plane. A: 161746

4. The “Looking Up” statue is made out of what? A: Highly Polished Stainless Steel

5. What direction is the Tom Friedman statue in the cul de sac facing? A: Up

BONUS: In what cities does artist and St. Louis-native Aaron Fowler split his time? A: New York City, Los Angeles, and St. Louis https://thestl.com/culture/into-existence/

BUSCH : 1. According to the plaque, what are his two nicknames? A: “The Voice of the Cardinals” “The Voice of Summer”

2. Fill in the blank: was never ____ from a game A: Ejected

3. Name the players that begin with “S” located at Clark and 8th Street A: Sisler, Schoendienst, Smith, Slaughter

4. GREATEST MOMENTS: What date were the Cardinals “Flooded with Runs?” A: October 19, 1982

5. GREATEST MOMENTS: Name the plaque from October 1, 1970 A: Two for Gibson

BONUS: When will the National Geospatial Agency’s Next NGA West headquarters just north of Downtown be fully operational? A: 2025 https://thestl.com/work/mapping-out-the-future/

BUSCH STADIUM: 1. Jack Buck is a member of 11 halls of fame. What three are mentioned on his plaque? A: Baseball, football, radio

2. What President said the following about Stan Musial? “Stan remains to this day an icon untarnished, a beloved pillar of the community, a gentleman you’d want your kids to emulate.” A: President

3. Name the players that DO NOT begin with “S” located at Clark and 8th Street A: Hornsby, Bell, Gibson, Musial, Brock, Dean

4. GREATEST MOMENTS: What date is on the plaque “25 Innings = 1 Win”? A: September 11, 1974

5. GREATEST MOMENTS: Name the Smith who stole five A: Lonnie Smith

BONUS: When will the National Geospatial Agency’s Next NGA West headquarters just north of Downtown be fully operational? A: 2025 https://thestl.com/work/mapping-out-the-future/

UNION STATION: 1. How many flowers are on the Koi Pond? A: 8

2. How many states does the Mississippi River run through? A: Ten

3. What fish character is the St. Louis Cardinals plaque on? A: Dory / Royal Blue Tang / Regal Tang / Surgeonfish

4. The Mississippi River Watershed drains water from over what percentage of the continental US? A: 40%

5. Where did evolution begin? A: H20, the liquid of life

BONUS: Name a specific class that students at Marian Middle School can take as part of their curriculum (must be referenced in the story). A: “American Protest Literature” or “Women in History” https://thestl.com/community/whats-possible/

UNION STATION: 1. What is Jonathan Losos title at Washington University? A: The director of living earth collaborative

2. Fill in the blank: Water is the _____ of the planet A: lifeblood

3. Lord Stanley has a fish plaque. What does the full plaque say? A: Lord Stanley is in the Lou!

4. The Missouri and Mississippi Rivers helped transform St. Louis from a what to a what in the mid 1700s? A: From a fur trading post to a bustling inland port

5. The mighty river has been the inspiration for what 3 things? A: exploration, industry, trade

BONUS: Name a specific class that students at Marian Middle School can take as part of their curriculum (must be referenced in the story). A: “American Protest Literature” or “Women in History” https://thestl.com/community/whats-possible/

POWELL HALL: 1. What corporation is etched in stone atop the Grand Center Academy? A: Carter Carburetor Corporation

2. Find ’s corner stone and transcribe the inscription A: Koplar Co Builders 1925

3. How many blue squares are on the entire Angard Arts Hotel sign? A: 6

4. If you were Gary, how much would you charge for Toasted Ravioli and Marinara during lunch? A: $7.95

5. Urban League Square is also known as what? A: Grandel Square

BONUS: What city is Welcome Neighbor STL volunteer/cook Badur Mohamed from? A: Kuwait https://thestl.com/community/a-hearty-dish/

POWELL HALL: 1. Ryan Reynolds is our favorite, but how many green lanterns can you spot outside Powell Hall? A: 6

2. What color is the suitcase on top of the sculpture outside Angard Arts Hotel? A: Green

3. What words are inscribed above the Third Baptist doors on Grand? A: Faith, Hope, Charity, Peace

4. Grandel Square is also known as what? A: Urban League Square

5. Do the math at the Dark Room. What is the difference between Erected and Organized? A: 22 (1884-1862)

BONUS: What city is Welcome Neighbor STL volunteer/cook Badur Mohamed from? A: Kuwait https://thestl.com/community/a-hearty-dish/

CITY GARDEN SCULPTURE PARK: 1. How many faces can be seen on the bronze sculpture “Femmes au Peroquet” attached to the Kaldi’s Coffee Building? A: 3

2. How many total toes are there on the bronze sculpture “Kindly Geppetto”? A: 8

3. What human features can be found on the large bronze bird statue? A: Legs and feet

4. How many white globes can be found in the current winterized ‘Spray Plaza’? A: 25

5. If you were to borrow the jacket from the Big Suit statue what color would you be rocking? A: Pink

BONUS: How many acres of wildlife exhibits do zoo staffers monitor? A: 90 Acres https://thestl.com/work/call-of-the-wild/

CITY GARDEN SCULPTURE PARK: 1. When Eros Bendato lost his head what direction did it fall from his body? A: Right

2. What local news station is ‘not on your side’ of Market street? A: Channel 5 KSDK

3. If you were to take the stairs up to the giant star horse ‘Zenit’ how many stairs would you climb? A: 14

4. While facing the Tai Chi Single Whip statue what type of tree is directly to your right? A: Red Maple

5. Which 4 streets surround the park? A: 8th, 10th, Chestnut, Market

BONUS: How many acres of wildlife exhibits do zoo staffers monitor? A: 90 Acres https://thestl.com/work/call-of-the-wild/