485th  Tactical  Missile  Wing  Alumni  Association  Reunion  St.  Louis,  Missouri  9  –  12  June  2016  

Busch  Stadium  and  Anheuser-­‐Busch  Tour      Friday,  10  June  2016,  0930  -­‐  1530  

   The  bus  will  depart  the  hotel  parking  lot  at  0930,  June  10.    This  itinerary  includes  a  walking  tour  of  Busch  Stadium  and  a  tour  of  Anheuser-­‐Busch  Brewery.  Lunch  is  available  on  own  at  Ballpark  Village.          Your  first  stop  is  a  tour  of  Busch  Stadium,  home  to  the  2011  World  Series  Champions,    The  St.  Louis  Cardinals.  With  seating  for  more  than  40,000  fans,  this  field  of  dreams  is  like  no    other.  The  design  of  the  ballpark  takes  into  account  the  beautiful  skyline  of  downtown  St.  Louis,  the  colorful  history  of  the  Cardinals.  From  the  classic  arched  openings  echoing  the  nearby  Cupples  Station  warehouses,  to  the  rich  warm  colors  of  the  Wainwright  building,  this  ballpark  is  inspired  by  the  traditions  that  St.  Louisans  love.  The  creative  use  of  old  and  new  materials,  from  brick  and  concrete  to  exposed  steel  and  glass,  creates  an  architectural  statement  that  stands  on  its  own.  With  its  modern  sensibility,  the  stadium  is  appropriate  for  the  21st  century.  Enjoy  a  45-­‐minute  tour  of  the  home  of  St.  Louis  Cardinals.        Lunch  will  be  available  on  own  at  Ballpark  Village,  located  across  the  street  from  Busch    Stadium.  Eateries  include:  Budweiser  Brewhouse,  Cardinal  Nation,  Drunken  Fish,  and  El  Birdos  Cantina          Next,  your  Destination  St.  Louis  certified  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  Beechwood  Aging  Cellar,  and    the  Brew  House.  No  visit  would  be  complete  without  sampling  the  family  of  Anheuser-­‐Busch    products  during  the  tour!      

Tour Schedule:

9:30 a.m. Depart Sheraton Westport Chalet Hotel 10:15 a.m. Tour at Anheuser-Busch Brewery 12:00 p.m. Depart Anheuser-Busch Brewery 12:15 p.m. Lunch on own at Ballpark Village

1:45 p.m. Meet tour guide at pre-designated spot at Ballpark Village 2:20 p.m. Tour of Busch Stadium 3:00 p.m. Depart Busch Stadium 3:30  p.m.  Arrive  back  at  the  hotel