“Three Days in Dakota”

Betty Strong Encounter Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

On Sunday October 20, 2024, at 2:00pm Russ Swanson will thrill the audience about what was once the largest manhunt in U.S. history.

Free
Event Series Percy’s Pals

Percy’s Pals: Languages on the Trail

Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

Have you ever played a game of "telephone?" The Corps of Discovery did a lot of that on their trip, sometimes having to have things translated through as many as four other people during a single conversation! We will talk about the importance of being able to understand each other clearly, and learn some fun...

Free
Event Series Percy’s Pals

Percy’s Pals: Languages on the Trail

Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

Have you ever played a game of "telephone?" The Corps of Discovery did a lot of that on their trip, sometimes having to have things translated through as many as four other people during a single conversation! We will talk about the importance of being able to understand each other clearly, and learn some fun...

Free

“Thomas Jefferson, Our Third President”

Betty Strong Encounter Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

Award-winning author and historian Don Hickey will deliver an illustrated lecture on Jefferson at the Betty Strong Encounter Center at 2:00 PM on October 27, 2024.

Free

Event Series Percy’s Pals

Percy’s Pals: Expedition Dwellings

Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

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...

Free
Event Series Percy’s Pals

Percy’s Pals: Expedition Dwellings

Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

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...

Free

Garie Lewis

Betty Strong Encounter Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

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...

Free
Event Series Percy’s Pals

Percy’s Pals: Holidays on the Trail

Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

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...

Free
Event Series Percy’s Pals

Percy’s Pals: Holidays on the Trail

Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

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...

Free

You are Invited to a Holiday Tea Party

Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

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.

Free

Siouxland Inspirational & Historical Short Film Festival

Betty Strong Encounter Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

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...

Free

Amy Ellsworth to Entertain at the Betty Strong Encounter Center

Betty Strong Encounter Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

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...

Free