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Film Series takes to historic St. Charles

In the latest work on our Lewis & Clark Film Series, the Discovery Expediton of St. Charles visited the Historic Daniel Boone Home to capture scenes telling the story of the original expedition in the St. Charles area in May 1804. “The Boone Home filming for the film series was Read more…

By LC Boat House, 3 yearsOctober 10, 2022 ago
History in focus

Missouri First Lady, Archaeologists share reactions to historic dugout canoe

A dugout canoe that plied the streams of the Midwest hundreds of years ago drew 80 people to the museum on July 20, most notably Missouri First Lady Teresa Parson and archaeologists Jack Ray and Neil Lopinot. Radio-carbon dating shows the canoe to be more than 200 years old, and Read more…

By LC Boat House, 3 yearsAugust 21, 2022 ago
Water Sports

Boat House finish line beckons: Welcome sight for MR340 racers

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…

By LC Boat House, 3 yearsAugust 21, 2022 ago
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Centuries-old canoe offers glimpse at river history, ceremony July 20 to learn 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…

By LC Boat House, 3 yearsMay 27, 2022 ago
Treasure the outdoors

20 Treasures include Boat House

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…

By LC Boat House, 3 yearsMay 13, 2022 ago
Living History

Planning your summer reading list? We have some outstanding titles in stock!

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…

By LC Boat House, 3 yearsMay 2, 2022 ago
Experience the Museum

Education programs in full swing at the Boat House

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…

By LC Boat House, 3 yearsApril 20, 2022 ago
History in focus

It’s Road-Trip Season: Make the Boat House Your Destination

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…

By LC Boat House, 3 yearsMarch 25, 2022 ago
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Quilty As Charged

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…

By LC Boat House, 3 yearsJanuary 24, 2022 ago
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Honors to year’s top volunteers

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…

By LC Boat House, 3 yearsDecember 29, 2021 ago

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Open 10am- 5pm Monday-Saturday Open Noon – 5 pm Sundays / Call 636-947-3199

A must-see destination on the Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail, the Boat House and Museum features full-size operational replicas of the boats used by Lewis & Clark, displays focused on the expedition and local wildlife and has engaging activities for kids, including a scavenger hunt and quiz.  We show the National Geographic film about the expedition and have a large, interesting gift shop.  Stay for awhile and enjoy our spectacular view of the Missouri River and the nature trail.  We are just steps from Historic Main Street St. Charles and the Katy Trail State Park.

Support the Museum…Text KEELBOAT to 44-321

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Learn about history and forgiveness, as a modern day canoe, Klmin, symbolizes the return of a Chinook canoe by Lewis & Clark.

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Flickr Photo Album


Check out our photos from over the years on a Flickr album featuring thousands of photos highlighting our history compile by Betty Kluesner!

CALENDAR 

May 10 - New Haven Heritage Days,  Phase leader: Larry Boschen

May 16-18 - Hawken Classic Rifle Weekend, Lewis & Clark Boat House and Museum (Larry Boschen)

June 14-15  - Muster at the Boat House (Jim Martin)

July 7-11 - Missouri American Water MR340 Canoe & Kayak Race (Nancy Jackson)

Aug, 15-17 - Festival of the Little Hills, Frontier Park St. Charles (Jan Donelson)

Sept. 14-17 - Lewis & Clark Alliance Annual Meeting, Kansas City

Sept. 26-28 - Walk Back in Time, Mexico MO (Tom Young)

Dec. 5-7- Holiday Celebration, Boat House, St. Charles (Bob Foster)

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