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In The News
Museum offers new lunchtime program series
The Sioux City Public Museum kicks off a new lunchtime program series “History at High Noon” on Wednesday, January 18. The programs will be held on the third Wednesday of each month from 12:05 to 12:45 p.m. The public is invited to bring a brown bag lunch for the free program. Read more...[pdf]
Linden named vice president of ICPC
Grace Linden, curator of history at the Sioux City Public Museum, recently was elected vice president of the Iowa Conservation and Preservation Consortium(ICPC). Linden joined the board of directors of ICPC in 2003. Read more...[pdf]
Museum adjusts hours during holidays
SIOUX CITY -- The Sioux City Public Museum at 607 Fourth St. will close at 3 p.m. Dec. 24. The Public Museum and Sergeant Floyd River Museum and Welcome Center, 1000 Larsen Park Road, will be closed on Dec. 25. Read more...[link]
Kwanzaa celebration set for Dec. 30
SIOUX CITY -- The public is invited to celebrate Kwanzaa, the holiday that pays tribute to the cultural roots of Americans of African ancestry, from 1 to 3 p.m. Dec. 30 at the Sioux City Public Museum, 607 Fourth St. Read more...[link]
Military Families Get Support During The Holidays
KCAU - Many Siouxland military families were not together for the holidays last year and for many soldiers who just came back from deployment, this time of year can be very stressful. But tonight an event helped with some of those problems. Sioux City's Public Museum was turned into a Christmas base filled with about 150 military families. The mission? "Operation Pay it Forward." Read more...[link]
Local troops happy to be home for the holidays
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KTIV) - Many members of the military are already home including some SIouxland troops. A group that supports local soldiers held a holiday party in their honor. Troops and their families gathered at the Sioux City Public Museum movies, pizza, and cookie decoration, and tours of the museum. Read more...[link]
Museum slates programs
Sioux City Journal - The Sioux City Public Museum, 607 Fourth St., is offering three holiday programs in December for children ages 2 and up. Read more...[link]
Crittenton exhibit extended
Sioux City Journal - The Sioux City Public Museum has extended the exhibition noting the 115th Anniversary Celebration of the Crittenton Center through Saturday. Read more...[link]
Sioux City is providing incentives to ride your bike around the city
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KTIV) - It's chilly now, but the weather will get warmer and Sioux City's providing a new incentive to ride your bike in the city. Scheels, SIMPCO, and the Siouxland Chamber of Commerce have teamed up to place more bike racks around the community like at the Sioux City Museum. Read more...[link]
PEIRCE MANSION OPEN HOUSE
KSCJ news story about the Sioux City Museum & Historical Association's Holiday Open House. Read more...[link]
In other council action - Museum grant
MUSEUM GRANT: Approved an agreement with the Iowa Historical Society to provide a $3,136 grant to the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[link]
Holiday Festivities Kick Off Next Week In Sioux City
Start off your holiday season downtown this year as Downtown Sioux City welcomes you with an evening full of activities for the entire family. In anticipation for Santa's welcome, we will fill the downtown with the sounds of Christmas on 4th and Nebraska Streets (The Sioux City Public Museum) where, with your help, Santa will light up the holiday tree. Read more...[link]
Museum plans book talk
The Sioux City Public Museum's program series "Three Tribes, Many Stories" continues at 6 p.m. Tuesday with a discussion of the book "The Indians of Iowa" by Lance Foster, at the Sioux City Public Museum, 607 Fourth St. Read more...[link]
Vision Iowa grants extension to Sioux City Public Museum for its grant
DES MOINES -- The foundation overseeing construction and fundraising for the Sioux City Public Museum received a six-month extension on the project Wednesday from the state Vision Iowa Board. Read more...[link]
Tickets on sale for Red Cross Holiday Tour of Homes
KTIV - The Peirce Mansion at 2901 Jackson Street is among the homes on the Red Cross Tour of Homes. Read more...[link]
Vision Board tours Orpheum, museum
Members of the Vision Iowa board took a look at how their state grants were leveraged to match other donations to remodel the historic Orpheum Theatre and build the Tyson Events Center and the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[link]
Grant provider gets first look at Sioux City Museum
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KTIV) - Vision Iowa Board Members got a first hand look at a Sioux City project they helped fund. Read more...[link]
Sioux City Public Museum gets grant for series
The Sioux City Public Museum has received a grant award of $2,000 from Humanities Iowa, a state-based affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities in support of a project called Three Tribes, Many Stories, a series of eight programs featuring American Indian tribes of Siouxland. Read more...[link]
Exhibit features Navajo rugs
Ganado, Twills and Eyedazzlers are among the Navajo patterns featured in the temporary exhibit"Rising from Tradition: Navajo Rugs 1900-1977," currently on display at the Sioux City Public Museum, 607 Fourth St. Read more...[link]
A big day on the river
Today's a big day for Sioux City's Sergeant Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center. After being closed all summer during the Missouri River flooding, the center at 1000 Larsen Park Road will reopen today and will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Read more...[link]
Welcome Center Reopens Along Riverfront
It's another reopening along the riverfront. This Friday, the Sergeant Floyd River Museum and Welcome Center will reopen its doors for the first time in four months. The Sergeant Floyd Museum and Welcome Center were one of the many businesses along the Missouri River forced to close because of the flooding. But luckily for these two businesses, there was no water damage to either building. So instead of cleaning up flood waters, they took the time to do some overdue repairs. Read more...[link]
Sergeant Floyd River Museum set to reopen Friday
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KTIV) - Some good news in regards to the flooding; the Sergeant Floyd River Museum and Welcome Center in Sioux City will reopen Friday. The museum and Welcome Center are located along the banks of the Missouri River and have been closed for much of the summer. Read more...[link]
Program to focus on Greenville neighborhood
Historic maps and photographs highlight the story of one of Sioux City’s oldest neighborhoods and its namesake in the presentation, Greenville: Tom Green’s Village on Thursday, September 22 at 6:00 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Lifelong Learning volunteers honored
The Sioux City Public Museum was among those honored by The Institute for Lifelong Learning at Western Iowa Tech Community College recognizing special achievement in the areas of instruction, service and volunteerism. Read more...[link]
Crittenton Center Celebrates 115 Years in Siouxland: Opens with Museum Exhibit
As one of Sioux City’s oldest non-profits, the Crittenton Center is celebrating 115 years of service to children, families and mothers of Siouxland. To commemorate the years of service, there will be an exhibit at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Ice Cream Band Jam to be held on Museum plaza
The Sioux City Public Museum and the All-America Concert Band are teaming up for the annual Ice Cream Band Jam on Wednesday, September 7. Read more...[pdf]
Open house highlights Peirce Mansion restoration
An open house highlighting the renovations that have been completed on the John Peirce Mansion will be held on Saturday, September 3 from 1 to 4 p.m. The event will showcase the efforts to turn the historic 2901 Jackson Street mansion into a period home. Read more...[pdf]
Lewis and Clark activities relocated
The annual commemoration of the Lewis and Clark expedition’s journey through present-day Sioux City has been relocated due to the flooding that has made its usual riverfront location inaccessible. Read more...[pdf]
Flood displaces annual Lewis and Clark encampment
SIOUX CITY -- Re-enactors dressed in 19th century period clothing will hold reveilles, a gun salute and demonstrations during the annual Sergeant Floyd Memorial Encampment. Read more...[link]
Two AAMI programs coming to Sioux City
The Sioux City Public Museum, 607 4th St., has partnered with the African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI) to host free youth and adult programming on Tuesday. Read more...[link]
Two AAMI Programs Coming to Sioux City
The Sioux City Public Museum has partnered with the African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI) to host youth and adult programming on Tuesday August 16, 2011. Read more...[pdf]
Kids still crazy about coonskin caps
The venerable coonskin cap is one of the more popular items in the gift shop of the recently relocated Sioux City Public Museum, even this sultry summer, much to the surprise of museum director Steve Hansen. Read more...[link]
Author plays nice with Iowa jokes
Sioux City Journal story featuring a book for sale at the Sioux City Public Museum Store. Read more...[link]
Lindblades produce 2011 flooding book
SIOUX CITY - The extent of the Missouri River flooding in the tri-state area is captured in a new booklet produced by G.R. Lindblade & Co. The booklet is for sale at the Sioux City Public Museum for $12.00. Read more...[link]
Music fest celebrates Tommy Bolin's legacy
The annual Tommy Bolin Music Festival celebrates the former Deep Purple guitarist's life and legacy with a fat lineup this weekend. The Saturday event at the Ickey Nickel Bar & Grill marks what would have been the Sioux City rock standout's 60th birthday, with some of the proceeds going to the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[link]
Airmen to be relieved of Big Sioux levee duty
Airmen from the Iowa National Guard's 185th Air Refueling Wing will return to their military duties Saturday, no longer walking the Big Sioux River levees. Maintenance work continues on the berms around Sioux City wells and the Sergeant Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center in the flooded Chris Larsen Park and at levees built at Snyder's Bend to protect a new development. Read more...[link]
Open house highlights Peirce Mansion restoration
Curious about the renovations that have been completed on the John Peirce Mansion after the Sioux City Public Museum moved into its new downtown site? Read more...[link]
Museum searches for volunteers
Overwhelmed. That's the term the president of the Sioux City Museum and Historical Association used to describe the feelings surrounding the grand opening, April 23. Read more...[link]
Museum announces new summer hours
The Sioux City Public Museum, 607 Fourth St., has annnounced it will be open on Mondays throughout the summer in response to Missouri River flooding. Read more...[link]
New museum offers high-tech showcase for Sioux City history
Discover. Experience. Learn. Go the website for the Sioux City Public Museum and those are the words atop the home page that tell you what to expect. Read more...[link]
City closes riverfront parks due to rising water
Chris Larsen Park, the Anderson Dance Pavilion and the nearby Flight 232 Memorial have been closed due to rising Missouri River waters. Angel Wallace, parks and recreation director, announced this afternoon that Chris Larsen Park Road is closed to through traffic. The road runs along the riverfront from Hamilton Boulevard south to Floyd Boulevard. Bev's on the River and the Hilton Garden Inn, the Argosy casino and the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center remain open until floodwaters cause their closure. The Sgt. Floyd Welcome Center & River Museum is closed, however. Read more...[link]
Fourth graders get awards for projects
The Sioux City Public Museum's 20th annual Sioux City History Projects exhibition concluded May 15 with a reception and awards ceremony. The 138 fourth grade students participating in exhibit were honored with certificates presented by Museum Director Steve Hansen and Mayor Pro Tem Tom Padgett. Read more...[link]
New museum showcases Sioux City history
Sioux City's new public museum in the former JC Penny building features the latest high-tech tools and interactive video displays to help you take a walk through Sioux City history. Read more...[link]
Public Museum Proving to be a Hit
Sioux City's Public Museum has only been open a few weeks, and it's already a big hit. Read more...[link]
Peirce Mansion wedding is bride's dream come true
Sioux City - Ashley McCarthy fulfilled a lifelong dream as she descended the ornate wooden staircase in a strapless white wedding dress Saturday at the John Peirce Mansion. Read more...[link]
Sioux City's history seen through students' eyes
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KTIV) - Its Sioux City's history displayed like you've never seen it before. Buildings, bridges, and monuments; all constructed by Sioux City students. The Sioux City Public Museum is showcasing the artistic abilities of Sioux City 4th graders. Read more...[link]
Students will be recognized for history projects
A reception and awards ceremony to honor 138 fourth-grade students will be from 1 to 3 pm on Sunday at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[link]
First museum program announced
Sioux City Journal - "A Century is Long Enough" The year 2020 will mark the 100th anniversary of women's suffrage in the United States, and women's progress towards equality has stalled, according to 50-50 in 2020, a bi-partisan organization formed a year ago. Read more...[link]
Speaker: Women losing ground in politics
Sioux City Journal - PROGRAM: "Isn't 100 Years Enough?" Speech by Jean Lloyd-Jones, former Iowa senator and co-founder of 50-50 in 2020 group. Theresa Weaver-Basye, curator of education at the Sioux City Public Museum, will discuss local women involved in the suffrage movement. 7 p.m. at the museum, 607 Fourth St. Free. Read more...[link]
Vilsack, Waitts help open new Public Museum
Sioux City Journal - The Sioux City Public Museum officially opened its doors Saturday morning to the delight of a large crowd of public officials, well-wishers and history buffs. Read more...[link]
Sioux City Public Museum turns back time
KTIV - The doors to the past were open Saturday at the grand opening of the Sioux City Public Museum. It took five years and $12.5 million for it to move to its new home on Fourth Street. Read more...[link]
Sioux City Public Museum Now Open - Get Ready To Explore
KCAU - It's been over five years in the making, but now, it's a reality. The Sioux City Public Museum is a diverse collection of everything Siouxland. And the excitement is shared between folks of all ages. Read more...[link]
Museum’s grand opening ceremony to welcome former Iowa governor
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture and former Iowa Governor Thomas J. Vilsack will be a special guest at the Sioux City Public Museum’s grand opening ceremony on Saturday, April 23, announced Steve Hansen, Museum director today Read more...[pdf]
Museum’s grand opening date announced
Karen Van De Steeg, president of the Siouxland Heritage Foundation, and Dennis Bullock, chair of the Sioux City Museum Board of Trustees, announced the date of the grand opening of the new downtown Sioux City Public Museum will be April 23, 2011. Details of the event will be released closer to the grand opening date. Read more...[pdf]
Volunteer training dates set at new Museum site
Interested in volunteering at the new Sioux City Public Museum site downtown? Two-hour volunteer orientation sessions are set to begin in late March on a variety of dates and times. Prospective volunteers are asked to call the Sioux City Public Museum at 279-6174 by March 18 to sign up. Read more...[pdf]
New museum: Sioux City's past on display for future generations
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KTIV) -- It's been more than six years in the making, but the new home for the Sioux City Public Museum will finally open next month. Inside, the finishing touches are being put on hundreds of historical items, including many that have never been displayed before. Read more...[link]
Palmer named education coordinator
Steve Hansen, director of the Sioux City Public Museum, announces the appointment of Christen Palmer as education coordinator. Read more...[pdf]
Plans revealed for old museum's future
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KTIV) -- If you've never paid a visit to the current Sioux City Public Museum on Jackson Street, your time is running out. Soon, it will move downtown to 4th and Jackson. Read more...[link]
Meeting to gather input about the future of the Peirce Mansion
Interested in the future of the John Peirce Mansion after the Sioux City Public Museum moves into its new downtown site? Find out how you can get involved in the restoration of this historic local treasure at the Peirce Mansion Public Interest Meeting on Sunday, January 16, 2 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum, 2901 Jackson Street. Read more...[pdf]
City makes plans for historic Terra Cotta
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KTIV) - Sometimes, it's out with the old and in with the new on city improvement projects. However, a little bit of Sioux City history will be preserved while the rest becomes part of the past. Read more...[link]
Informational meetings to highlight volunteer opportunities at new Museum site
A series of informational meetings will highlight the array of volunteer pportunities available at the new downtown site of the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Volunteer opportunities available at new site
KTIV's Around Siouxland features Theresa Weaver-Bayse, curator of education, discussing the upcoming volunteer informational meetings. Read more...[link]
Museum director hopes to open new museum within 90 days
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KTIV) - A project in the works for months is almost ready to open. Sioux City Public Museum's Director, Steve Hansen, says workers are transitioning from the current location on Jackson Street to the new downtown location. Read more...[link]
Museum hosts last exhibit in current space
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KTIV) -- Do you remember your first Christmas present? As part of the last exhibit at the Sioux City Public Museum's Peirce Mansion location, on display are "Presents from the Past", a classic toy display. Read more...[link]
Museum hosts book signing event for Orpheum Theatre book
Just in time for the holidays, the Sioux City Public Museum will host a book signing for The Sioux City Orpheum Theatre Revealed on Tuesday, December 7 from 5 to 6 p.m. Read more...[pdf]
Holiday Open House features musical performances
Musical entertainment, festive decorations and holiday treats are the highlights of the Sioux City Museum and Historical Association’s 29th Annual Holiday Open House on Sunday, December 5 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. The event is free and open to the public. Read more...[pdf]
Museum gets $150K city grant to replace panels
Sioux City Journal: More of the mammoth concrete panels that decorate the top of the old JCPenney building will be replaced for the new Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[link]
Museum holds event for Halloween trick-or-treaters
For the eigth year, the lights will be on at the Sioux City Public Museum for the free Halloween at the Museum event on Sunday, October 31 from 6 to 8 p.m. Jolly Time popcorn from Sioux City’s own American Pop Corn Company will be distributed to trick-or-treaters of all ages. Read more...[pdf]
Historic fire truck moved to its new home
A 1918 Mack fire truck took its final run today as it was moved to its permanent home in the Sioux City Public Museum’s new downtown site. The procession and public ceremony featured officials from Sioux City Fire and Rescue and the local family that donated the truck to the Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Sioux City Museum Gets An 'Old' Addition
A 1918 Mack fire truck took its final run Tuesday. The rig made the trip into its permanent home in the Sioux City Public Museum's new downtown site. Read more...[link]
A 1918 Mack fire truck has a new home
KTIV - A piece of history now has a new home. A 1918 Mack fire truck took its final drive in downtown Sioux City Tuesday. Read more...[link]
1918 Fire truck retired in Sioux City
A 1918 Mack fire truck took its final run today as it was moved to its permanent home in the Sioux City Public Museum’s new downtown site. Read more...[link]
Program features traditional folk music
Photographs and a performance of familiar tunes such as “Old Joe Clark” and “Pretty Polly” will be featured at the Tuesday Twilight Talk: Appalachian folk songs and the history of the mountain dulcimer on Tuesday, October 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Program features famous female sharpshooter
Learn more about why one of the nation’s most interesting women, Annie Oakley, should not be confused with Calamity Jane at the Tuesday Twilight Talk: Annie Oakley: Sharpshooter, Competitor, and Victorian Lady on Tuesday, September 21 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Museum exhibit extended into November
By popular demand, the Sioux City Public Museum’s temporary exhibit, “The 38th Parallel Revisited: The Korean War” has been extended. The exhibit was originally scheduled to close this weekend, but will now remain on display through November 14. The new closing date was selected so that the exhibit would remain on display through Veterans Day. Read more...[pdf]
Museum volunteers honored
Individuals who gave their time and talents to one of the sites of the Sioux City Public Museum during the past year were honored at a volunteer appreciation dinner recently. Read more...[pdf]
Antique & Classic Car Show returns to the riverfront
Approximately 60 antique and classic vehicles will be on display at the Sioux City Museum and Historical Association’s 41st annual Bill Diamond Antique & Classic Car Show on Saturday, September 4 from noon to 4 p.m. on the grounds of the Sergeant Floyd River Museum and Welcome Center, 1000 Larsen Park Road. Read more...[pdf]
Lewis and Clark activities announced
The annual commemoration of the Lewis and Clark expedition’s journey through present-day Sioux City will be held Saturday, August 21 and Sunday, August 22. Read more...[pdf]
New Public Museum Almost Complete
It's history in the making in downtown Sioux City. Work on the new Sioux City Public Museum downtown has been going strong and is almost finished. Read more...[link]
Film about 4th Street to be shown
Revisit the heyday of the area that is now known as “Historic 4th Street” with the Tuesday Twilight Talk: “High Times on Lower 4th” on Tuesday, August 17 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. “High Times on Lower 4th” is the latest film from the award-winning team at G.R. Lindblade & Co. Seating is limited; reservations are required by calling 712-279-6174. Read more...[pdf]
Skywalk reopens at new public museum
Sioux City Journal - SIOUX CITY -- The skywalk connecting Jackson with Nebraska streets through the new Sioux City Public Museum has reopened, museum director Steve Hansen announced Thursday. Read more...[link]
Tommy Bolin Music Festival to benefit Museum
Sioux City Journal - SIOUX CITY — The theme of new beginnings frames this weekend’s Tommy Bolin Music Festival. Read more...[link]
Former resident featured at book signing event
Former local health care leader Sister Elizabeth Mary Burns, RSM, will be available to sign copies of her book, “Beyond Measure: A Legacy of Mercy” on Sunday, July 25 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Korean War program series continues
The series of programs commemorating the 60th anniversary of the Korean War continues on Tuesday, July 20 with Tuesday Twilight Talk: Sioux City Home Front during the Korean War at 6:30 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
New museum showpiece lands
A 1930 Kari-Keen airplane, built in Sioux City, made its final journey across town Tuesday, arriving by truck at the new Public Museum site on 6th Street. Read more...[link]
Locally-built plane lands in new museum building
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KTIV) -- Piece by piece, Sioux City's new public museum is coming together. One of the biggest attractions landed Tuesday afternoon. Read more...[link]
The Forgotten War: 60 Years Later
KPTH - The Korean War began 60 years ago this month. It's a war that's never received the attention of other recent US- wars. Read more...[link]
Museum summer programming begins this weekend
Even as progress continues on its new downtown site, summer programming gets underway this weekend at the Sioux City Public Museum with the opening of the Museum’s temporary exhibit, “The 38th Parallel Revisited: The Korean War.” Read more...[pdf]
Registration for Museum summer programs underway
Children’s programs with topics ranging from Laura Ingalls Wilder to rockets are available at the Sioux City Public Museum this summer, June 10 through August 12. Read more...[pdf]
Sioux City History Projects Award Recipients
Awards to honor the knowledge and creativity of 91 Sioux City fourth grade students participating in the 19th Annual Sioux City History Projects exhibition were presented on Sunday, May 16 at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Sioux City students recreate a piece of the past
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KTIV) - Sioux City is full of history and Sunday, a lot of it was on display for the 19th annual Sioux City History Projects Exhibition. Read more...[link]
Walking tour presented as part of Historic Preservation Week
The scene of one of the city’s most notorious crimes is featured in the Pearl and Water Street Walking Tour on Tuesday, May 4 beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Pearl Street Research Center, 407 Pearl Street. Read more...[pdf]
Contractor selected to build exhibits for Sioux City Public Museum
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KTIV) -- Sioux City has picked a contractor to complete the last major phase of the new public museum. Read more...[link]
History of the Omaha Tribe explored
Learn more about one of the few tribes to have never been removed from their ancestral homeland at the Tuesday Twilight Talk: The History of the Omaha Tribe on Tuesday, April 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Sioux City Journal: Council to be asked to seek bids on last phase of new museum
SIOUX CITY -- The new Sioux City Public Museum will feature 12,000 square feet in permanent exhibition space, if the City Council approves the bid documents to build the exhibition space on Monday. Read more...[link]
Home Front in Iowa explored
The Sioux City Public Museum has received funding from Humanities Iowa, a private, non-profit state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, to host a presentation called, “The Home Fronts of Iowa, 1940-45” by Dr. Lisa Ossian on Sunday, April 18 at 2 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Children’s program features kites
Kids’ Clues: Kites will be held on Thursday, April 8 at 10 a.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. The one-hour program will include a story, activity, and hunt for children ages 3-5. Read more...[pdf]
Spring Fling provides spring break fun
Looking for a fun activity for children ages 7 and up during spring break? The Sioux City Public Museum is hosting two sessions of a Spring Fling program featuring games of the 1800s, a movie, and pizza. The program will be held on Thursday, April 1 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and repeated on Friday, April 2. Read more...[pdf]
Sioux City Journal: Council OKs construction documents for museum
SIOUX CITY -- At least 30 vendors from across the country have indicated an interest in fabricating and installing the exhibits for the new Sioux City Public Museum, director Steve Hansen told the City Council Monday. Read more...[link]
History of women’s undergarments explored in Women’s History Month Program
Ever wonder how corsets created those tiny waists and what were the physical results for the wearer? The Tuesday Twilight Talk: Corsets and Crinoline will provide an inner look at foundation garments and their social connection on Tuesday, March 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Famous aviator is focus of children’s program
Kids’ Clues: Amelia Earhart Adventures will be held on Thursday, March 11 at 10 a.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. The famous aviator is being featured in honor of Women’s History Month in March. The one-hour program will include a story, activity, and hunt for children ages 3-5. Read more...[pdf]
Sioux City Journal: Panel will focus on racism, discrimination in Sioux City
SIOUX CITY -- The public is invited to a panel discussion on racism and discrimination at 7 p.m. Feb. 25 at the Betty Strong Encounter Center. Admission is free. Read more...[link]
Black History Month series continues with personal story of life in Sioux City
The third in the series of Black History Month programs features Dr. Grady L. Bluford sharing his personal story about life in Sioux City. The Tuesday Twilight Talk, “Living and Growing Up Colored in Sioux City” will be held on Tuesday, February 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Popular Museum children’s program is now free
A popular Sioux City Public Museum program for children ages 3-5 is now free. The next session of Kids’ Clues will be held on Thursday, February 11 at 10 a.m. with the theme “Happy Valentine’s Day.” Read more...[pdf]
Exhibit explores Siouxland’s native peoples
Pottery remnants, projectile points, stone and animal bone tools, colorful quill and beadwork, and original artwork are featured in Siouxland's First Peoples: 1100 to 1800 A.D. now on display at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
History of Swedish immigrants and Augustana Lutheran Church explored
Explore the role of a local church in the assimilation of Swedish immigrants and their descendents at the upcoming Tuesday Twilight Talk, From an Ethnic Church to the Mainstream: Augustana Lutheran Church and the Swedes of Sioux City on Tuesday, January 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Museum’s daytime event to ring in 2010 early
Children ages 7 and up are invited to ring in the New Year early at the Sioux City Public Museum’s NOON Year’s Eve Party on Thursday, December 31 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The event will feature the movie, Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian, pizza, crafts, and a special 12 p.m. countdown with hats and whistles. Read more...[pdf]
Museum backers close in on fundraising campaign
"In the upcoming weeks, backers of the new Sioux City Public Museum expect to close in on the remaining $200,000 yet to raise for the $13.8 million project," reports the Sioux City Journal. Read more...[link]
Pioneer holiday experiences explored
Children ages 7 and up are invited to experience an old-fashioned Christmas at the Sioux City Public Museum’s Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas class on Saturday, December 19. Read more...[pdf]
Book signing event for Woodbury County Courthouse book
Just in time for the holidays, the Sioux City Public Museum will host a book signing for Woodbury County Courthouse Revealed, on Sunday, December 13 from 2 to 4 p.m. Read more...[pdf]
Children’s program features holiday theme
Two sessions of Kids’ Clues: The Holidays for children ages 3 to 5 will be offered December 9 and 10 at the Sioux City Public Museum from 10 to 11 a.m. Read more...[pdf]
Sioux City Public Museum KTIV Around Siouxland interview
Upcoming holiday events are featured in an interview with Matt Anderson, exhibits preparator. Read more...[link]
Holiday Open House features musical performances
Musical entertainment, festive decorations and holiday treats are the highlights of the Sioux City Museum and Historical Association's 28th Annual Open House on Sunday, December 6 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. The event is free and open to the public. Read more...[pdf]
Local preservationist named to Terrace Hill Society Board
Jim Jung of Sioux City has been elected to the Terrace Hill Society Board of Directors for a three-year term. The Terrace Hill Society is committed to providing volunteer services and raising funds from private sources to protect the historic integrity of Terrace Hill, the residence of the Governor. In addition, the society allocates funds for the restoration, conservation and preservation of furnishings, decorating and landscaping projects. Read more...[pdf]
Thanksgiving weekend activities aboard the Sergeant Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center
Looking for a local alternative for family fun Thanksgiving weekend? The Sergeant Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center is hosting free activities, Friday and Saturday, November 27 and 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. both days. Beverages and home-made cookies will be available. Read more...[pdf]
Museum Exhibit Opens This Weekend
A variety of quilts dating from the 1840s to the 1970s are showcased in the new exhibit opening this weekend at the Sioux City Public Museum, Quilts from Our Collection. Read more...[pdf]
Unique Connection Between Storm Lake Author and President Hoover Explored
"Twenty million people are starving. Whatever their politics, they shall be fed!" proclaimed Herbert Hoover in his efforts to extend aid to famine-stricken Soviet Russia. Though his domestic policies are often much-maligned, a courageous and little-known chapter in the 31st president's legacy will be explored at the Sioux City Public Museum's upcoming Tuesday Twilight Talk. Read more...[pdf]
Sioux City Publix Museum Unveils Historic Fire Truck
A major acquisition for the Sioux City Public Museum pulled into downtown today. A 1918 Mack fire truck on permanent loan from the Irving F. Jensen family was unveiled at the Sioux City Convention Center today. Read more...[pdf]
Museum Receives Cultural Leadership Partenership Grant
The Sioux City Public Museum was recently awarded a $14,400 Cultural Leadership Partnership (CLP) program grant from the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs. Read more...[pdf]
Sioux City Public Museum announces skywalk route change
A change to the skywalk system at the former J.C. Penney building and site of the new Sioux City Public Museum was announced today by Steve Hansen, Museum director. The change in skywalk route is part of the construction package that is currently ongoing and ultimately will lead to a dramatic new look for the exterior and interior of the building. Read more...[pdf]
Program traces local Latino population’s history
Explore the history of the local Latino population at the Tuesday Twilight Talk, The Evolution of the Siouxland Latino Community on Tuesday, October 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Museum sponsors free walking tour of Graceland Cemetery
Learn more about the history of Graceland Cemetery and the notable local citizens buried there at the Sioux City Public Museum’s cemetery tour on Saturday, October 10. Read more...[pdf]
Popular children’s program returns to the Museum
A popular program for children ages 3-5 returns to the Sioux City Public Museum on Wednesday, September 23 with the theme, “Kids’ Clues: Rocks and More Rocks.” The program is being held in conjunction with the Museum’s current exhibition, Nature's Kaleidoscope: Treasures from Earth and Beyond. Read more...[pdf]
Munson Named Archival Records Clerk
Steve Hansen, director of the Sioux City Public Museum, announces the appointment of Tom Munson as archival records clerk. Read more...[pdf]
Museum hosts long-running hat show
Mt. Zion Baptist Church’s long-running “Parade of Hats” event has a new venue this year at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Local rock collector shares passion for geology
Learn more about the collection featured in the Sioux City Public Museum’s current exhibit from self-proclaimed “rock hound” Dr. Robert Powell at the Tuesday Twilight Talk: Rocks, Minerals & Fossils on Tuesday, September 8 at 6:30 p.m. Read more...[pdf]
Antique & Classic Car Show marks its 40th year
What started in 1970 as a temporary exhibit at the Sioux City Public Museum has grown into an annual event on Sioux City’s riverfront. This year’s Bill Diamond Antique & Classic Car Show marks the 40th year of the event on Saturday, September 5. Read more...[pdf]
Hansen named chair of Iowa Arts Council
Sioux City Journal article announcing the appointment of Museum director Steve Hansen to the Iowa Arts Council by Gov. Chet Culver. Read more...[link]
Historic local fight over free speech is subject of program
Explore the early 20th century controversy surrounding the Industrial Workers of the World (I.W.W), popularly known as the Wobblies, at the Tuesday Twilight Talk, Sioux City vs. The Wobblies; the Fight for Free Speech on Tuesday, August 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Lewis and Clark activities announced
For the 20th consecutive year, the grounds of the Sergeant Floyd River Museum and Welcome Center will be transformed into an 1804 living-history camp for the Sergeant Floyd Memorial Encampment. The annual commemoration of Lewis and Clark expedition’s journey through present-day Sioux City will be held Saturday, August 22 and Sunday, August 23. The event will be held Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the riverfront at 1000 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City. Read more...[pdf]
Additional open house and walking tour offered
Due to popular demand, an additional open house event has been set for the new Sioux City Public Museum site at 607 4th Street. Pre-construction tours will be offered on Saturday, August 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In conjunction with the open house, a walking tour of the area surrounding the new museum site will be held at 1 p.m. Read more...[pdf]
Museum exhibit opens this weekend
A world class collection of recently donated agates, gems, fossils, petrified wood and meteorites is featured in Nature's Kaleidoscope: Treasures from Earth and Beyond opening this weekend at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Third session of Laura Ingalls Wilder class offered
Due to popular demand, a third session of the Cooking with Laura Ingalls Wilder class is being offered Tuesday, July 28 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. The class provides a hands-on cooking experience featuring the foods of The Little House on the Prairie books for children ages 8 and up. Read more...[pdf]
Museum exhibit closes this weekend
This weekend is the final chance to view the Sioux City Public Museum's temporary exhibit, Out of the Attic: Recent Artifact Donations. The exhibit closes on Sunday, July 26. Read more...[pdf]
Two additional open house dates offered
Two additional dates for pre-construction tours of the new Sioux City Public Museum site at 607 4th Street have been set for Saturday, July 25 and August 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Read more...[pdf]
Final weeks of Museum summer programs underway
Just a few dates are left for children to participate in the Sioux City Public Museum’s summer programs. Read more...[pdf]
Antique & Classic Car Show marks its 40th year
What started in 1970 as a temporary exhibit at the Sioux City Public Museum has grown into an annual event on Sioux City’s riverfront. This year’s Bill Diamond Antique & Classic Car Show marks the 40th year of the event on Sunday, July 12. Read more...[pdf]
Antique & Classic Car Show featured on KTIV's Around Siouxland
Museum director Steve Hansen discusses the upcoming Bill Diamond Antique & Classic Car Show on Sunday, July 12. Read more...[link]
Tours of new Museum site offered
The public is invited to a sneak peek of the new site of the Sioux City Public Museum on Saturday, June 20 and 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The “Our New Museum” Open House events will feature pre-construction tours, an overview of the architectural and exhibit plans, and a look at some of the artifacts that will be displayed. Read more...[pdf]
Museum announces visit from Iowa’s First Lady
Iowa First Lady Mari Culver will visit the Sioux City Public Museum to sign copies of the recently released cookbook "Entertaining at Terrace Hill" on Tuesday, June 23 from 5 to 6 p.m. Read more...[pdf]
$2 million state grant for new Sioux City museum awarded
The Siouxland Heritage Foundation received word this afternoon that the Vision Iowa Board has awarded a $2 million dollar grant today for the Sioux City Public Museum’s new site in downtown Sioux City. The board voted unanimously to approve funding through the Community Attraction and Tourism (CAT) grant program for the $13.8 million project. Read more...[pdf]
Museum exhibit and events highlighted on Around Siouxland
Matt Anderson, exhibits preparator, gives an overview of the Museum's summer exhibit and events. Read more...[link]
Local author featured at book signing event
Just in time for Father’s Day, the Sioux City Public Museum will host a book signing for Sioux City Railroads, on Sunday, June 7 from 2 to 4 p.m. Read more...[pdf]
Museum exhibit opens this weekend
A variety of recent acquisitions to the Sioux City Public Museum's collections are featured in the new temporary exhibit, Out of the Attic: Recent Artifact Donations, opening this weekend at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Welcome Center offers free coffee
The Sergeant Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center will offer free coffee to travelers on Friday, May 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in honor of Iowa Tourism Week. Read more...[pdf]
Museum summer programs begin next week
Children’s summer programs ranging from rockets to museum mysteries begin next week at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Fourth grade students honored at Sioux City History Projects awards ceremony
An awards ceremony and reception to honor the knowledge and creativity of 95 Sioux City fourth grade students participating in the 18th Annual Sioux City History Projects exhibition were held Sunday, May 17 at the Sioux City Public Museum. All of the students whose projects were part of the exhibition were presented with a certificate from Museum director Steve Hansen. Read more...[pdf]
Museum director expects word on grant in June
The Sioux City Public Museum expects to find out next month how much Vision Iowa money it will get for its planned move into new quarters downtown, director Steve Hansen said Wednesday. Read more...[link]
Welcome Center celebrates 20th anniversary
An open house to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the opening of one of Iowa's most unique Welcome Centers will be held Friday, May 15 and Saturday, May 16 at the Sergeant Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Guided tours will be offered at 20 minutes past each hour. Light refreshments, prizes and special activities for all ages will be available. Read more...[pdf]
Archaeologist explores history of northwest Iowa villages
Learn more about the villages and people who lived in northwest Iowa nearly 1,000 years ago at the Tuesday Twilight Talk, What's Old is New Again: A Thousand-Year Old Sioux City Village Comes to Light on Tuesday, May 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. The program will be presented by Lynn M. Alex, director of education and outreach for the Office of the State Archaeologist at the University of Iowa. Read more...[pdf]
Local hot dog businesses featured in debut of film
The world premiere of a new film from the award-winning team at G.R. Lindblade and Company about the hot dog business in Sioux City will be shown on Tuesday, May 5 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. The film, “An American Classic; A Sioux City Staple” is a look at the three enduring hot dog restaurants in Sioux City. Read more...[pdf]
Sioux City Public Museum Receives Highest National Recognition
The Sioux City Public Museum has again achieved accreditation by the American Association of Museums (AAM), the highest national recognition afforded the nation’s museums. Accreditation signifies excellence to the museum community, to governments, funders, outside agencies, and to the museum-going public. Read more...[pdf]
Museum announces visit from Iowa’s First Lady
Iowa First Lady Mari Culver will visit the Sioux City Public Museum to sign copies of the recently released cookbook "Entertaining at Terrace Hill" on Wednesday, April 22 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Read more...[pdf]
Program features plans for new Sioux City Public Museum site
Plans for the Sioux City Public Museum site downtown will be featured at the Tuesday Twilight Talk: A Sneak Peek at “Our New Museum" on Tuesday, April 14 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Museum exhibit displays fourth grade history projects
Models, posters, and more are showcased in the 18th annual Sioux City History Projects exhibit currently on display at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Museum still optimistic about Vision Iowa grant
The Sioux City Public Museum had hoped to learn as early as Wednesday whether it would receive a $3 million Community Attraction and Tourism grant from the Vision Iowa Board. Read more...[link]
Movies at the Museum: Spring Break Program
No out-of-town plans for spring break? The Sioux City Public Museum is hosting an evening of movie fun, snacks, and discussion at an after-hours event just for kids ages 7 and up. Movies at the Museum: Spring Break Program will be held Thursday, April 9 at 6:00 p.m. The movie night features Kit Kittredge, the Depression-era film based on the popular American Girl series. Read more...[pdf]
KTIV Around Siouxland features Sioux City History Projects exhibit
An interview about the 18th annual exhibition of 4th grade projects opening April 4. Read more...[link]
Dinosaur exhibit closes this weekend with event on Sunday
The four local paleontologists whose personal collections are showcased in the DINO-mite Discoveries: Draco & Friends exhibition will help mark the closing of the popular exhibit at the Sioux City Public Museum on Sunday, March 22 from 2 to 3 p.m. Brian Buckmeier, Darren Maurer, Patrick Saulsbury and Steve Saulsbury will be available to answer questions about the exhibit and autograph exhibit souvenirs. Read more...[pdf]
Mammal fossils featured at Museum program
Learn more about the creatures who came millions of years after the dinosaurs at the Tuesday Twilight Talk: Mammal Fossils on Tuesday, March 17 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Life of Mary Todd Lincoln examined
The 200th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s birthday last month confirmed the sixteenth president’s enduring popularity. In contrast, his wife, Mary, has received incredibly “bad press” over time. In period costume, local historian and storyteller Pat Day will examine the question, “Mrs. Mary Todd Lincoln: Why is She America’s Least Popular First Lady?” on Sunday, March 15 at 2 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Second session of popular dinosaur class to be offered
Due to popular demand, an afternoon session of the Sioux City Public Museum’s Dino Days class has been added on Wednesday, March 11 from 1 to 2 p.m. The morning session from 10 to 11 a.m. is now full. Read more...[pdf]
Vision Iowa funding for museum moves ahead
Plans for a new downtown home for the Sioux City Public Museum took a step forward Wednesday when the Vision Iowa board voted to send the project into negotiations for an award. Read more...[link]
Dinosaur programs for children coming to the Sioux City Public Museum
Children ages 3 to 5 are invited to enjoy some pre-historic fun at the Sioux City Public Museum’s Dino Days class on Wednesday, February 11 from 10 to 11 a.m. The class is being offered in conjunction with the Museum’s current exhibition, DINO-mite Discoveries: Draco & Friends. Participants will explore the exhibit and make a craft to take home. Read more...[pdf]
Public museum lands antique aircraft
A Coupe 90-A will soar in Sioux City once again -- not beneath blue skies, exactly, but inside the new Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[link]
Museum announces exhibits preparator appointment
Steve Hansen, director of the Sioux City Public Museum, announces the appointment of Matt Anderson as exhibits preparator. Anderson was previously the Museum’s archival records clerk. Read more...[pdf]
Dinosaur exhibit opens this weekend
The discovery of a new species of dinosaur by four Sioux Cityans is the highlight of a temporary exhibit on display January 17 through March 22 at the Sioux City Public Museum. DINO-mite Discoveries: Draco & Friends features the fossilized remains of dinosaurs, early mammals, and the newly discovered Dracorex hogwartsia, a 66-million-year-old, first-of-its-kind, dragonlike dinosaur unearthed in northwestern South Dakota. Read more...[pdf]
Welcome Center volunteers earn certification
(Sioux City) – Sergeant Floyd River Museum and Welcome Center volunteers Glenn Barnett and Carmen Major recently received designation as Certified Travel Counselors. To qualify for this recognition from the Iowa Tourism Office, travel counselors must successfully complete a 100-question test about Iowa. Read more...[pdf]
Museum exhibit to close this weekend
This weekend is the final chance to view the Sioux City Public Museum’s temporary exhibition, Wrapped up for the Holidays: Toys & Quilts. The exhibit features displays of hand-made quilts and classic toys from the Museum’s collection. Read more...[pdf]
$10,000 donation to new Sioux City Public Museum site announced
The Siouxland Heritage Foundation announced a $10,000 grant from The Powell Group Fund – Sioux City of the Baton Rouge Area Foundation for the “Our New Museum” capital campaign today. Read more...[pdf]
Pioneer girl’s holiday experiences explored
Children ages 8 and up are invited to experience an old-fashioned Christmas at the Sioux City Public Museum’s Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas class on Saturday, December 20. Two sessions are available: 10:30 a.m. to noon or 1:30 to 3 p.m. Read more...[pdf]
Museum program for children features holiday theme
A holiday-themed mystery and craft will be featured in the upcoming “Kids’ Clues Museum Mystery” for children ages 3-5 at the Sioux City Public Museum on Wednesday, December 10. The hour-long program begins at 10 a.m. Read more...[pdf]
Holiday Open House features musical performances
Musical entertainment, festive decorations and holiday treats are the highlights of the Sioux City Museum and Historical Association’s 27th Annual Holiday Open House on Sunday, December 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. The event is free and open to the public. Read more...[pdf]
Local author featured at book signing event
A presentation and book signing for the new book, Sioux City Railroads, will be held on Sunday, November 30 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum, 2901 Jackson Street. Read more...[pdf]
$100,000 classroom naming gift for new Sioux City Public Museum announced
The Siouxland Heritage Foundation announced a $100,000 grant from the M.A. Martin Everist Foundation for the “Our New Museum” capital campaign today. Funds will be used for the construction of the M.A. Martin Everist Classroom in the new Sioux City Public Museum in downtown Sioux City. Read more...[pdf]
Thanksgiving weekend activities aboard the Sergeant Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center
Looking for a local alternative for family fun Thanksgiving weekend? The Sergeant Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center is hosting free activities, Friday and Saturday, November 28 and 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. both days. Beverages and home-made cookies will be available. Read more...[pdf]
Award presented to capital campaign chair
Mike Bennett, President and CEO of Terra Industries, Inc., was presented with the Sioux City Museum & Historical Association’s Rumsey Award recently. Bennett serves as the general chairman of the “Our New Museum” capital campaign to relocate and expand the Sioux City Public Museum downtown. Read more...[pdf]
Sioux City Public Museum announces construction timeline for new site
Sioux City Public Museum officials announced today that plans are on track for the renovation of the new museum site in downtown Sioux City. Construction and renovation of the former J.C. Penney building is scheduled to begin in the spring of 2009. The project will include a facelift of the entire south side of the building, renovation of the interior of the building including permanent and temporary exhibit spaces, and the construction of classrooms. The current archives and collections located in the Pearl Street Research Center will be incorporated into the new facility. The New Museum is projected to open in the summer of 2010. Read more...[pdf]
Holiday celebrations of the past explored
Sioux Cityans have been celebrating holidays since the community was founded in 1854. How did the citizens celebrate? What foods did they prepare? Who organized the celebrations? What type of floats did they use for parades? These and other questions will be answered at the Tuesday Twilight Talk: Holidays throughout the Years on Tuesday, November 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Popular children’s program returns to the Museum
The popular “Kids’ Clues Museum Mystery” for children ages 3-5 returns to the Sioux City Public Museum on Wednesday, November 12. The hour-long program begins at 10 a.m. Read more...[pdf]
Museum receives Cultural Leadership Partners grant
The Sioux City Public Museum was recently awarded a $16,000 Cultural Leadership Partners (CLP) program grant from the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs. Read more...[pdf]
Local NAACP chapter makes $1,500 donation to new Sioux City Public Museum
The Siouxland Heritage Foundation announced a $1,500 donation from Sioux City Chapter of the NAACP for the “Our New Museum” capital campaign today. Read more...[pdf]
Museum exhibit extended another week
By popular demand, the Sioux City Public Museum’s temporary exhibit, “The Original Corn Palace City” has been extended for another week. The exhibit was originally scheduled to close on November 2, but will now remain on display through November 9. The featured photographs, documents and artifacts from the late 1800s examine how a national promotional campaign for Sioux City turned into one of the most unique chapters in local history. Read more...[pdf]
Museum holds event for Halloween trick-or-treaters
(Sioux City) – For the sixth year, the lights will be on at the Sioux City Public Museum for the free Halloween at the Museum event on Friday, October 31 from 6 to 8 p.m. Jolly Time microwavable popcorn donated by Sioux City’s own American Pop Corn Company will be distributed to trick-or-treaters of all ages. Read more...[pdf]
Museum sponsors walking tour of Floyd Cemetery
Notable individuals who shaped Sioux City’s past will be featured in a walking tour of Floyd Cemetery sponsored by the Sioux City Public Museum on Saturday, October 25. Participants should meet at 10 a.m. at the main entrance of Floyd Cemetery, 2500 E. 7th Street. The tour is free, but pre-registration is recommended by calling the Museum at 279- 6174. Read more...[pdf]
$75,000 Gilchrist Grant Award to New Sioux City Public Museum Announced
The Siouxland Heritage Foundation announced a $75,000 project grant award from The Gilchrist Foundation for the “Our New Museum” capital campaign today. Funds will be used for the construction of one of the three classrooms in the new Sioux City Public Museum in downtown Sioux City. Read more...[pdf]
The “Fabulous ‘50s” announced as the topic of Sioux City History Day
Revisit the post-WWII era that marked many transitions in American society from clothing to politics to entertainment at the 7th annual Sioux City History Day: The Fabulous ‘50s on Saturday, October 11 at Western Iowa Tech Community College from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. While times were good with the baby boom and economic prosperity, the dawning of the cold war, racial tensions, the polio epidemic and natural disasters had a substantial impact as well. It seems fitting that Sioux City celebrated its first 100 years during such a unique and transformational decade. Read more...[pdf]
All-American Concert Band performance to benefit new Museum
The Sioux City Museum & Historical Association will present an upcoming performance of the All-America Concert Band to benefit the Sioux City Public Museum’s new site, announced Steve Hansen, Museum director at the City Manager’s press conference today. Read more...[pdf]
Lee-Chavis named education coordinator
Steve Hansen, director of the Sioux City Public Museum, announces the appointment of Treyla Lee-Chavis as education coordinator. Read more...[pdf]
Annual meeting features awards presentation
The Sioux City Museum & Historical Association’s 47th annual meeting was held on September 9 at the Sioux City Public Museum. The Board of Directors elected the following officers: Rosie Chicoine, president; Denise Turner, vice-president; Tom Munson, secretary; and Maynard Porter, treasurer. Read more...[pdf]
Museum presents Corn Palace program
Learn more about how Sioux City became “The Original Corn Palace City” at a Tuesday Twilight Talk on Tuesday, September 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Museum exhibit opens this weekend
What started as a celebration of 1887’s bountiful harvest grew into a national promotional campaign for Sioux City and one of the unique chapters in local history. Through photographs, documents and artifacts, “The Original Corn Palace City” exhibition opening this weekend at the Sioux City Public Museum, examines the phenomenal structures that became symbolic of Sioux City’s boom era in the late 1800s. Read more...[pdf]
Lewis and Clark activities announced
(Sioux City) – The annual commemoration of the Lewis and Clark expedition’s journey through present-day Sioux City will be held Saturday, August 16 and Sunday, August 17. For the 19th consecutive year, the grounds of the Sergeant Floyd River Museum and Welcome Center will be transformed into an 1804 living-history camp for the Sergeant Floyd Memorial Encampment. The event will be held Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the riverfront at 1000 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City. Read more...[pdf]
Riverside’s Interstate Fair remembered at program
Learn more about an interesting chapter in Riverside history at the Tuesday Twilight Talk, The Interstate Fair: The Largest Private Agricultural Fair in the U.S. on Tuesday, July 29 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum. Read more...[pdf]
Museum’s summer walking tour series concludes with Historic Fourth Street
The Sioux City Public Museum’s summer downtown walking series concludes on Saturday, July 26 with “Historic” or “Lower” Fourth Street, the two city blocks between Virginia and Iowa Streets in downtown Sioux City. The free Historic Fourth Street Walking Tour will begin at 10 a.m. at the corner of 4th and Virginia Streets. Grace Linden, the Museum’s curator of history, will lead the hour-long walking tour. Read more...[pdf]
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