The Corps of Discovery built three temporary forts on their journey, but what did they use for day-to-day shelter? And what types of dwellings did they see in Native American villages? We will talk about how Lewis and Clark designed and built their forts; and how the Native American nations lived in their different homes...
On Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 2:00pm the Betty Strong Encounter Center welcomes Sioux City-based standup comic Garie Lewis to its stage. Admission is free with a reception to follow. Garie genuinely loves performing stand-up. Whether it is at a comedy club, a huge theatre crowd, or a handful of friendly folks at a...
When we think of holidays, many of us think about spending time with our families. The Corps of Discovery members had to celebrate many holidays far away from their families. What traditions did they carry with them on the journey? What new traditions did they start? We will answer some of those questions and talk...
When we think of holidays, many of us think about spending time with our families. The Corps of Discovery members had to celebrate many holidays far away from their families. What traditions did they carry with them on the journey? What new traditions did they start? We will answer some of those questions and talk...
On Sunday, November 10, 2024, at 2:00pm, you are invited to attend a very special “Holiday Tea” at the Betty Strong Encounter Center. Come to enjoy a unique Victorian Tea party. Admission is free.
The 5th-annual Siouxland Inspirational & Historical Short Film Festival has expanded to two sessions this year in Sioux City, Iowa. On Sunday, November 17, a selection of films will be shown in the auditorium at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center. From 11:00 to 1:00 p.m., a variety of locally, regionally, and nationally produced...
The Betty Strong Encounter Center will host talented singer Amy Ellsworth on Sunday, November 24 at 2:00 PM. Ellsworth, a Center favorite, always provides the audience with enjoyable music. Admission is free with reception to follow. Ellsworth is from Brandon SD and former lead vocalist of Jukebox Zeroes. She has opened for many national...
On Sunday, December 1, 2024, holiday music will ring out when New Horizon’s Band of Sioux City presents its concert under the direction of Benjamin Mauritz at 2:00 pm at the Betty Strong Encounter Center. For this concert, the band will play a variety of music including carols, classical, pop, jazz, and novelty pieces. Admission...
On Saturday, December 7, the Betty Strong Encounter Center will host “Merry TUBACHRISTMAS,” a concert featuring Siouxland area tuba and euphonium players, at 12:00 p.m. Admission is free. The audience will hear traditional Christmas carols arranged by composer Alec Wilder who died on Christmas Eve 1980. In addition to composing music for the tuba and...
On Sunday, December 8, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at the Betty Strong Encounter Center, Marci Broyhill, Prairie Poet & Storyteller, will share Christmas narratives about people who lived in our area. Admission is free with a reception to follow. Marci Broyhill’s stories will warm our hearts and remind us to keep our priorities in...
Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center invites families to a special day of events on December 14, 2024. Santa at the Center will run from 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm. During this event, the children can decorate make-and-take ornaments. Each child receives two ornaments – one to take home, and one to hang on the...
One of the Center’s favorite duos, Mike and Jack Langley will present “Classic Langley Originals and Holiday Favorites” at the Betty Strong Encounter Center on December 15 at 2:00 pm. Admission is free, with reception to follow. Known for presenting a heart-warming show, this wonderful father and son will share their musical talents with a...