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 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...
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.
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.