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.
Have you ever seen a live owl or eagle up close? You may get a chance on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, from 5:30pm-6:30pm, the SOAR (Save Our Avian Resources) staff along with various birds (we don’t know which ones at this time) will present a 45-minute program.
On Saturday, May 31, 2025, come to the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center to participate in Percy’s Pals Family Game Day hosted by our Education Coordinator, Ms. Elizabeth!
On Wednesday, May 28, 2025, from 5:30pm-6:30pm, come discover all about Sioux City’s newest flea market, Junk & Disorderly Flea Market.
On Sunday, May 25, 2025, at 2:00pm in the Betty Strong Encounter Center, Dan Holtz and Gary Zalud will present “Heroism on the Plains: Story Songs of Courage and Determination.”
At the Betty Strong Encounter Center on May 21, 2025, the kids WOW event will be a fabulous hands-on session where kids can learn about and play Native games. The event is free to all.
On Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 2:00 pm, the Betty Strong Encounter Center is thrilled to welcome Joan Wells and Kris Simon as they travel and sing “Up the Nebraska Cattle Trail and Songs of the West.”
Come meet Lady K DIY (aka Judy Madsen). She will teach you a new craft!
On Sunday, May 11 at 2:00 PM at the Betty Strong Encounter Center, Jack and Mike Langley will brighten our day with a “Celebration of Mother’s Day.”
On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, from 5:30pm-6:30pm, come to this What's on Wednesday Kids program to paint your own keepsake terracotta pot.
On Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 2:00 pm, the Betty Strong Encounter Center welcomes Dr. Bruce Forbes, Professor Emeritus of Religious Studies, Morningside University.
Zoo critters are coming to the Sioux City Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center! On May 3, 2025, the Sioux Falls Zoomobile will lead a 45-minute sit-down program featuring live animals.
Come to the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, from 5:30pm-6:30pm, to find out from Vocal Music Instructor and Director of Choral Activities, William Darwin, Jr. about the joys of joining the Western Iowa Tech Community Choir.