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.
Through stories and art, students will learn about the importance of preserving Native culture and see how families share and pass down traditions. Students will gain an understanding of the ongoing Plains traditions of beadwork and quillwork (decorative arts done with beads and porcupine quills) and the “Give Away” - an honoring celebration.
We will continue our celebration of Hispanic culture with a presentation by Ballet Folklorico. This company of traditional Hispanic dancers is sure to delight the senses.
We will continue our celebration of Hispanic culture with a presentation by Ballet Folklorico. This company of traditional Hispanic dancers is sure to delight the senses.
What is a PowWow? Why are they important in Native cultures? Let’s find out together as we celebrate Indigenous People’s Day.
What is a PowWow? Why are they important in Native cultures? Let’s find out together as we celebrate Indigenous People’s Day.
September is Hispanic Heritage month, so we will learn about a few traditional foods common in Hispanic culture. We will try some food, and take a look at how such delicious treats come from a mobile kitchen.
September is Hispanic Heritage month, so we will learn about a few traditional foods common in Hispanic culture. We will try some food, and take a look at how such delicious treats come from a mobile kitchen.
Siouxland is an extremely diverse community. We can learn about some of the cultures we have in our area, just like Lewis and Clark had to learn about several Native cultures along their journey.
Siouxland is an extremely diverse community. We can learn about some of the cultures we have in our area, just like Lewis and Clark had to learn about several Native cultures along their journey.
Many people have a morbid curiosity when it comes to tales of crime and murder. Examine some of Sioux City’s Unsolved Crimes with Sarah Enright, Local History Librarian Specialist from the Sioux City Public Library.
Lewis and Clark worked very hard all day, every day - but they also had some time to relax on their journey. Kids will learn how Lewis and Clark enjoyed their “time off,” as well as why we now celebrate workers on Labor Day.
Lewis and Clark worked very hard all day, every day - but they also had some time to relax on their journey. Kids will learn how Lewis and Clark enjoyed their “time off,” as well as why we now celebrate workers on Labor Day.