Built in 2002, the Sioux City Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center showcases permanent exhibits about the Corps of Discovery’s time in the present-day Sioux City area from late July to early September 1804. The death and burial of Sergeant Charles Floyd on August 20 is at the center of the story. Floyd was the first U.S. soldier to die west of the Mississippi River.
The expedition as a military operation comes to life in exhibits that use interactive devices, including animatronic mannequins, computers, flip books, stamping stations, text-and-graphic panels, lift-and-drop panels, hand-painted murals, a brass-rubbing station, and reproductions of military equipment.
The Betty Strong Encounter Center is excited to display works by Sioux City Macro Photographer. The exhibit opens Tuesday, March 3, 2026, and runs through April 5, 2026. Admission is free, but free will donations encouraged.
On Saturday, March 7, 2026, join Ms. Amy at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center and take Time to Dance.
On Saturday, March 7, 2026, come learn how Lewis and Clark found their way across the country without the aid of road signs or navigation apps. The class is held at 12:30pm for grades 5-8.
On Sunday, March 8, 2026, at 2:00pm, the talented music duo Radio Rangers aside from playing favorites will debut their original song cycle about an Iowa legend, “Plow in the Oak.”
Spring is on its way! On Saturday, March 14, 2026, join Ms. Amy at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center to Make a Seed Starter Kit. No registration is required for this free class. The class is held at 11:00am for grades K-4th.
Spring is on its way! On Saturday, March 14, 2026, join Ms. Amy at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center to Make a Seed Starter Kit. No registration is required for this free class. The class is held at 12:30pm for grades 5-8.
On Sunday, March 15, 2026, at 2:00pm in the Betty Strong Encounter Center, Bill Peterson and Friends will bring some Irish music for all to enjoy. Admission is free, but freewill donations encouraged.
On Sunday, March 22, 2026, at 2:00pm in the Betty Strong Encounter Center auditorium, Corey “Magic Man” Fravel will astound our audience with his amazing feats. Admission is free, but freewill donations encouraged.
On Sunday, March 29, 2026, at 2:00pm the Betty Strong Encounter Center welcomes back the Floyd Valley Brass Quintet who will present “Splendor in the Brass.” The group is excited to play here again and their show will include a variety of entertaining music.
On Sunday, April 12, 2026, at 2:00pm in the Betty Strong Encounter Center auditorium, Gary Zalud and Dan Holtz will present Heroism on the Plains: Story Songs of Courage and Determination. Admission is free, but freewill donations encouraged.
On Sunday, April 19, 2026, at 2:00pm in the Betty Strong Encounter Center, Sarah Elker will present her American Folk Song collection. Admission is free, but freewill donations are encouraged.
On Sunday, April 26, 2026, at 2:00pm in the Betty Strong Encounter Center auditorium, actor Tom Milligan performs as Grant Wood: Prairie Rebel. Admission is free, but freewill donations are encouraged.