Event Series Tuesdays for You

Heritage of the Loess Hills with Rich Pope

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

As a volunteer at the Center, Rich Pope is a familiar presence to the staff, and we are continually astonished by the range of his interests and the depth of his knowledge on an array of topics. Serendipitously, these topics often have a strong connection to the types of programming in which the Center specializes: historical, cultural and educational.

Free
Event Series Sundays at the Center

Crabgrass: Classic Country Music

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

Crabgrass has created a combination of Western music styles and will perform classic country music. Some of the songs include hits by Patsy Cline, Willie Nelson, Bob Wills, Loretta Lynn, Carter Family and others. The group has been playing together for over 15 years and perform songs of the ‘50s, ‘60s, and ‘70s.

Free
Event Series Tuesdays for You

Lifelong Learning with WITCC’s Sue Owens

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

On the core philosophy of Lifelong Learning, Owens notes, "I have read that learning is making sense of the world around us. And since the only constant in the world is change, we need to continue learning to thrive. If people stop growing and learning, they are more likely to become depressed and not take care of themselves.

Free

Traditional African Storytelling and Drumming with Kofi Dennis

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

The Center welcomes Kofi Dennis to our stage to share his unique talents with our audience! Modi’s hands-on, interactive presentation encompasses West African stories, drumming, and poetry. It’s perfect for preschool and elementary school aged children and their families.

Free
Event Series Sgt. Floyd Weekend 2023

Hosted by the Sgt. Floyd Tri-State Chapter: Black Powder Muzzle-Loader Shootout

The Sgt. Floyd Tri-State Chapter and the Hawkeye Rifle and Pistol Club (HRPC) will be hosting the Sgt. Floyd Memorial Black Powder Muzzle-Loader Shootout, a thrilling event that celebrates the rich history of our region and offers a fun-filled day of competitive shooting. The event will be on Saturday, August 19th, at HRPC's outdoor shooting...

Event Series Sgt. Floyd Weekend 2023

Dutch Oven Cooking Demonstration

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

Richard Dreibelis will hold a Dutch oven cooking demonstration on the Center's campus as part of our Sergeant Floyd Weekend of events. 

Stop by to get a taste of how Dutch ovens have historically been used over campfires, as in the days of the Lewis and Clark Expedition.

Free
Event Series Sgt. Floyd Weekend 2023

Youth and Adult Archery Demonstration by Andrew Roelfs

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

We invite everyone interested in learning more archery to get expert one-on-one coaching from Andrew. He appeared at the Center during one of our 4-6th Grade Exploration Wednesday classes in July. Kids who began to learn about archery then may be interested in learning more at this free, no-registration-required event.

Free
Event Series Sgt. Floyd Weekend 2023

“Play BALL! The 1803 Way” with Tom Melville

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

The Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center is thrilled to announce a unique opportunity for visitors to delve into the rich history of American sports with Tom Melville, an esteemed American cricket player, author, reenactor, and leading authority on the history of American cricket. Melville will be leading a group tutorial on the game of cricket...

Event Series Sgt. Floyd Weekend 2023

Balloon Fun!

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

As part of the children's activities during the Sgt. Floyd Weekend at the Center, the Shriners will bring at least three clowns - one of which will fashion fun shapes like animals out of balloons for the kids.

Free