More than 400 paddlers of all manner of vessels glided to the Boat House last month, finishing a 340-mile race that began near Kansas City. The Missouri American MR340, an annual fundraiser to benefit river cleanup and education, offered stories of struggle and triumph aplenty. A corps of volunteers, spearheaded Read more…
Now on display at the Lewis & Clark Boat House and Museum, a remarkably well-preserved dugout canoe offers a fascinating glimpse of trapping, hunting and exploring in the late 18th century Ozarks. Miraculously, it was rescued from final indignity as a garden decoration by Larry and Judy Sifford of Branson Read more…
We’re proud to be one of the 20 St. Louis region treasures located along the region’s great rivers. Hosted by Trailnet, you can discover the trail and river treasures of the St. Louis region. “The St. Louis region is blessed to be at the confluence of America’s two great rivers, Read more…
Do you have a particular, specific interest in the Lewis & Clark Expedition? Chances are, we already have it, or can get the title for you! Check out our selection of more than 150 titles related to the expedition! Adventures Across America: On and Off the Trail Of L/C Fischer Read more…
Students are flocking to the Lewis & Clark Boat House as field trips resume. “We’re delighted to again welcome students of all ages and educational settings to our museum,” said Executive Director Bob Foster. “We can customize our programs to fit the needs of teachers, as well as student attention Read more…
Located at the location where Lewis & Clark began their historic journey, the Lewis & Clark Boat House and Museum is a great place to plan your journey. We’re situated just a tail-fin away from Missouri’s most popular state park, the Katy Trail, and part of the Historic Main Street Read more…
Two beautiful quilts related to the Lewis & Clark Expedition are now on display at the Lewis & Clark Boat House and Museum. They are among many artifacts, including a hand-crafted replica fleet of boats and uniforms, that pay tribute to the heritage of the Expedition. Along with nearly 20 Read more…
The Discovery Expedition of St. Charles annual banquet was highlighted by the organization’s top honors: The Glen Bishop Founders Award went to Barb and Ed Eller, whose generous contributions of time and funds made significant renovation of the entry way and staff offices possible. In addition to the award, the Read more…
Work on an 11-part film series capturing key moments in the Lewis & Clark Expedition drew video journalist Randy Schwentker to Sioux Passage park near St. Louis. His report, which aired Oct. 27, highlights the importance of living history, the attention to historical details and the hope that young people Read more…
Past, present and future exploration intertwined Oct. 20 at the Boat House with a visit from the St. Louis chapter of the Explorers Club of St. Louis. The Explorers Club is an international multidisciplinary professional society dedicated to the advancement of field research and the ideal that it is vital Read more…