Hosted on the grounds of the Sergeant Floyd River Museum and Welcome Center along the riverfront, the Sergeant Floyd Memorial Encampment will feature authentic tents, camp equipment, uniforms, and period firearms. Historical re-enactors from the local Sergeant Floyd Honor Guard will bring the expedition to life, interacting with visitors and demonstrating the daily life of the Corps of Discovery.
Sergeant Floyd Memorial Encampment hours:
• Saturday, August 16: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (Children’s activities: 10 a.m.-12 p.m.)
• Sunday, August 17: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
A highlight of the weekend is the Sergeant Floyd Burial Re-enactment Ceremony, taking place Saturday, August 16 at 6 p.m. at the Floyd Monument. Dressed in full-period uniform, re-enactors will solemnly recreate the burial of Sgt. Charles Floyd—the expedition’s only casualty. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs for this moving tribute.
All events are free and open to the public, sponsored by the Sioux City Public Museum and the Sergeant Floyd River Museum and Welcome Center.
The Sergeant Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center is located at 1000 Larsen Park Road via I-29, exit 149 in Sioux City. For more information, contact the Sergeant Floyd River Museum and Welcome Center at (712)279-0198 or visit SiouxCityMuseum.org.
You may also like the following events from Sioux City Museum & Historical Association:
- This Thursday, 24th July, 10:00 am, Kids' Thursday: Claws, Teeth & Dino Tales in Sioux City
- Next Saturday, 2nd August, 10:00 am, Family Field Trip: Floyd Monument & First Bride's Grave in Sioux City
- Next month, 21st August, 12:00 pm, History at High Noon: Labor's Long Road to Recognition in Sioux City in Sioux City
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