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February 28, 2026 drone flight

Opened in 1968 as the Stouffer’s Riverfront Inn, the hotel was a symbol of mid-century modern luxury and Brutalist architecture. Over the decades, it operated under several names, including the Clarion, Regal Riverfront, and finally the Millennium Hotel in 1999.

• Top of the Riverfront: The hotel's crown jewel was its 28th-floor revolving restaurant. It completed one full rotation every hour, offering diners a 360-degree view of the Mississippi River, Busch Stadium, and the Arch.

• Strategic Location: Its proximity to Gateway Arch National Park and Busch Stadium made it a hub for tourists, convention-goers, and Cardinals fans for nearly 50 years.

• The Closure: The hotel shut its doors abruptly in January 2014. While the owners initially cited the need for refurbishment, it remained dark for 10 years, becoming a target for urban explorers and a frequent subject of city debates regarding eminent domain.
The Gateway Arch Park Foundation has even launched a "story-collecting initiative" to preserve the memories of those who attended proms, weddings, or celebratory dinners at the revolving restaurant before the towers disappear from the skyline forever.

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