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Exhibitions

 
Upcoming & Current
Dinosaurs of the Hell Creek
Feb 1
Dinosaurs of the Hell Creek

Dinosaurs of the Hell Creek will feature an array of dinosaur fossils excavated from the Hell Creek Formation by amateur Sioux City paleontologists Brian Buckmeier and Darren Maurer. 

 
Ongoing Special Exhibits
Native American Artwork featuring Chuck Raymond
Native American Artwork featuring Chuck Raymond

A retrospective of the prominent Winnebago artist's works is showcased along with a selection of Native American artifacts from the Museum’s collection.

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Siouxland Big Give 2024
Oct 1
Siouxland Big Give 2024

The annual Siouxland Big Give is Tuesday, October 3. The Siouxland Community Foundation will be hosting this 24-hour giving day at local Hy-Vee stores in the Sioux City area. Online giving is now open.

Sioux City History Projects Exhibit Reception
May 11
Sioux City History Projects Exhibit Reception

An event honoring local fourth-grade students participating in the 33rd annual Sioux City History Projects exhibition on display March 16-May 11. The reception is followed by an awards ceremony at 2 pm. Admission is free.

Holiday hours
Mar 31
Holiday hours

The Sioux City Public Museum and Sergeant Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center will be closed in observance of the Easter holiday.

Holiday hours
Jan 15
Holiday hours

The Sergeant Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center will be closed in honor of Martin Luther King Day.

Holiday hours
Dec 31
Holiday hours

The Sioux City Public Museum and Sergeant Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center are closed on December 31 and January 1 for New Year’s holidays.

Holiday hours
Dec 24
Holiday hours

The Sioux City Public Museum and Sergeant Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center are closed on December 24-25 for the Christmas holiday.

Thanksgiving Holiday hours
Nov 23
Thanksgiving Holiday hours

The Sioux City Public Museum and Sergeant Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center are closed for Thanksgiving on Thursday and Friday.

Veterans Day
Nov 10
Veterans Day

The Sioux City Public Museum is closed Friday, November 10 in observance of the Veterans Day City Holiday. The Sergeant Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center is closed on Saturday, November 11 for Veterans Day.

Solar Eclipse Watch Party
Oct 14
Solar Eclipse Watch Party

Borrow free safety glasses for a look at the partial solar eclipse on the Museum Plaza. Attendees may bring blankets, lawn chairs, and lunch to the event. FREE.

Siouxland Big Give 2023
Oct 3
Siouxland Big Give 2023

The annual Siouxland Big Give is Tuesday, October 3. The Siouxland Community Foundation will be hosting this 24-hour giving day at local Hy-Vee stores in the Sioux City area. Online giving is now open.

 

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Children & Family Programs

 

You can now register for summer classes online. Download our complete Summer Program Flyer here.

  • 2022 Summer Programs

    Programs ranging from pre-school to age twelve

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Upcoming Activities
2025 Summer Programs
Jun 1
2025 Summer Programs

Check out all of the exciting opportunities for free, family-friendly fun this summer!

National Dinosaur Day - Meet the Dino Hunter
Jun 1
National Dinosaur Day - Meet the Dino Hunter

Meet Dinosaur Hunter Brian Buckmeier, and hear stories from his fossil-finding adventures.

Kid's Thursday: Sioux City at Work
Jun 12
Kid's Thursday: Sioux City at Work

Join us for the first Kid’s Thursday of Summer 2025! This event is free and no registration is required.

Summer Family Class: Creatures of the Cretaceous
Jun 18
Summer Family Class: Creatures of the Cretaceous

Join us for our Summer Family Class: Creatures of the Cretaceous! Two sessions offered: Wednesday, June 18, 6:00-7:30 pm and Saturday, June 21, 10:00-11:30 am

 

 Adult Programs

 

  • History at High Noon

    Join us for a monthly journey through Sioux City’s history

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  • Walking Tours

    Explore our wonderful City on foot, or virtually!

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