Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center

Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center

Address
900 Larsen Park Road
Sioux City, IA 51103 United States Get Directions
Phone 712-224-5242

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.

Events at this venue

Today

  • Kids Activity: Outdoor Water Game Day!

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

    It is time to have a little fun playing outdoor water games at 10:00am on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center.

    Free

  • LAMB Theatre Caravan’s “The Adventures of Krumplestiltskin”

    LAMB Theatre Caravan’s “The Adventures of Krumplestiltskin”
    Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

    Ever wonder about the rest of the Rumplestiltskin story?  If so, you will want to see this new musical “The Adventures of Krumplestiltskin” written for the whole family by Diana Guhin Wooley of LAMB Theatre. The performances are on Friday, July 17, 2026, at 10:00am and again at 6:00pm on our outdoor stage.

    Free

  • LAMB Theatre presents “The Adventures of Krumplestiltskin”

    LAMB Theatre presents “The Adventures of Krumplestiltskin”
    Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

    Ever wonder about the rest of the Rumplestiltskin story?  If so, you will want to see this new musical “The Adventures of Krumplestiltskin” written for the whole family by Diana Guhin Wooley of LAMB Theatre. The performances are on Friday, July 17, 2026, at 10:00am and again at 6:00pm on our outdoor stage.

    Free

  • LAMB Theatre Caravan’s “The Adventures of Krumplestiltskin”

    LAMB Theatre Caravan’s “The Adventures of Krumplestiltskin”
    Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

    Ever wonder about the rest of the Rumplestiltskin story?  If so, you will want to see this new musical “The Adventures of Krumplestiltskin” written for the whole family by Diana Guhin Wooley of LAMB Theatre. The performances are on Friday, July 17, 2026, at 10:00am and again at 6:00pm on our outdoor stage.

    Free

  • Lots of Critters Everywhere!

    Lots of Critters Everywhere!
    Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

    Who made that print in the dirt?  Do you want to learn to recognize the animal prints? Starting at 10:00am on Saturday, July 11, 2026, or Wednesday, July 15, 2026, come Animal Tracking at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center. 

    Free

  • Then & Now Duo

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

    On Sunday, July 12, 2026, at 2:00pm in the Betty Strong Encounter Center, the “Then & Now” duo comprised of singer-guitarist Barbara Sabella and fiddler-violinist Beth Preheim will bring new life to oldies. Admission is free, but freewill donations are encouraged.

    Free

  • Lots of Critters Everywhere!

    Lots of Critters Everywhere!
    Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

    Who made that print in the dirt?  Do you want to learn to recognize the animal prints? Starting at 10:00am on Saturday, July 11, 2026, or Wednesday, July 15, 2026, come Animal Tracking at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center. 

    Free

  • Big Head Mask Making Week!

    Big Head Mask Making Week!
    Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

    Join us for the messiest fun you can have all summer! This weeklong session begins at 10:00am each day from Tuesday, July 7, 2026, and through Friday, July 10, 2026.

    Free

  • Big Head Mask Making Week!

    Big Head Mask Making Week!
    Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

    Join us for the messiest fun you can have all summer! This weeklong session begins at 10:00am each day from Tuesday, July 7, 2026, and through Friday, July 10, 2026.

    Free

  • Big Head Mask Making Week!

    Big Head Mask Making Week!
    Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

    Join us for the messiest fun you can have all summer! This weeklong session begins at 10:00am each day from Tuesday, July 7, 2026, and through Friday, July 10, 2026.

    Free

  • Big Head Mask Making Week!

    Big Head Mask Making Week!
    Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

    Join us for the messiest fun you can have all summer! This weeklong session begins at 10:00am each day from Tuesday, July 7, 2026, and through Friday, July 10, 2026.

    Free

  • Buffalo Bill and His Wild West Show

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

    On July 5, 2026, in the Betty Strong Encounter Center auditorium, retired history professor and award winning author Don Hickey will deliver an illustrated lecture on Buffalo Bill and His Wild West Show.  Admission is free, but freewill donations are encouraged.

    Free