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

  • Saturday Class: Time to Dance grades K-4

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

    On Saturday, March 7, 2026, join Ms. Amy at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center and take Time to Dance.

    Free

  • Sioux City Macro Photographer Gallery Exhibit

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

    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.

    Free

  • Legacies of Resistance and Resilience in Occupied France

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

    On Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 2:00pm in the Betty Strong Encounter Center auditorium, Dr. Scott Culpepper will present a fascinating look at Legacies of Resistance and Resilience in Occupied France.

    Free

  • Saturday Classes: It’s Flower Day! (grades 5-8)

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

    On Saturday, February 28, 2026, join Ms. Amy at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center and celebrate Flower Day. No registration is required for this free class. The class is held at 11:00am for grades K-4 and at 12:30pm for grades 5-8.

    Free

  • Saturday Class: It’s Flower Day (Grades K-4)

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

    On Saturday, February 28, 2026, join Ms. Amy at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center and celebrate Flower Day.

    Free

  • Ralph Dittman’s Winter Show!

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

    On Sunday, February 22, 2026, the Betty Strong Encounter Center welcomes a musical performance by Sioux City-born singer-songwriter Ralph Dittman.

    Free

  • Saturday Class: What is an Adventure Kid?

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

    On Saturday, February 21, 2026, join Ms. Amy at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center and find out all about what an Adventure Kid is!

    Free

  • Saturday Class: Who is Percy? (grades K-4)

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

    On Saturday, February 21, 2026, join Ms. Amy at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center and find out all about Percy the Pelican.

    Free

  • Shake off the Winter Blues with the Langleys

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

    On Sunday, February 15, 2025, at 2:00 pm in the Betty Strong Encounter Center auditorium, Mike and Jack Langley will help us “Shake off the Winter Blues” with their lively musical presentation.

    Free

  • Cookies and Crafts

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

    On Saturday, February 14, 2026, from 11:00am-1:00pm, we invite you to come to the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center/Betty Strong Encounter Center to celebrate Valentines Day.

    Free

  • Bill Peterson and Friends

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

    On Sunday, February 8, 2026, Bill Peterson and Friends will be playing fiddle tunes and talking about the traditions and culture from the Shetland Islands.

  • Poetry Out Loud National Recitation Contest

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

    On Sunday, February 1, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. the Betty Strong Encounter Center will host as the Iowa Arts Council and National Endowment for the Arts in cooperation with LAMB Arts Regional Theatre present “Poetry Out Loud National Recitation Contest.”

    Free