Join us at the Boat House to learn about the history of the iconic Hawken rifle, experience the Mountain Man era in America’s history and shoot an original May 16-18, 10am – 5pm each day! The 200th anniversary of the J&S Hawken rifle is the Summer of 2025. The Hawken Read more…
NOTE: THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. With a ton of improvements to the Boat House and lots of news, we can’t wait to get together for the annual Christmas party, the weekend of Dec. 6-8. We’ll start Friday, Dec. 6 at 5:30 p.m. with a hospitality gathering at the Lewis Read more…
Congratulations to all the racers, crews and volunteers who brought the Missouri American Water MR340 to a festive conclusion on our well-festooned banks! You braved the fog (literal and mental), the obstructions, exhaustion and steamy weather to complete an epic journey and we’re so glad to see you and hear Read more…
The Lewis & Clark Boat House and Museum in St. Charles hosted re-enactors, historic firearms and expert lectures about the early 1800s at the Hawkens Classic, May 17-19. The third annual Hawken Classic brought muzzleloading rifle and history enthusiasts to the St. Charles riverfront just ahead of the 200th anniversary of Read more…
Extraordinary depictions of the people who met Lewis & Clark during their epic journey will be on display starting April 11. Sculpted by renowned Western artist Richard V. Greeves, the dozen bronze works deepen our understanding of the native peoples of the era and help trace the journey in a Read more…
Lewis & Clark Among the Indians: Sculptures by Richard V. Greeves April 11 Join us at the Lewis & Clark Boat House and Museum for a captivating in-person event! Immerse yourself in the incredible world of Lewis and Clark as you witness the extraordinary sculptures by the talented Richard V. Greeves (1935-2023). Read more…
Boat House hosts Christmas party for friends old and newThe holiday season started with a warm and welcoming gathering at the Lewis & Clark Boat House and Museum. Guests on Friday, Dec. 1, included St. Charles Mayor Dan Borgmeyer and friends from near and far. Saturday evening, we honored several Read more…
With a ton of improvements to the Boat House and lots of news, we can’t wait to get together for the annual Christmas party, the weekend of Dec. 1- 3. We’ll start Friday, Dec. 1 at 5:30 p.m. with a hospitality gathering at the Lewis & Clark Boat House. Bring Read more…
For 20 years, the Lewis & Clark Boat House and Museum has shared the history of Saint Charles and the famed expedition in the spot where the explorers camped in May 1804. Join us as we celebrate our anniversary! We’ll have opportunities to tour the Keelboat, performances by the Lewis Read more…
Our Christmas Party is fast approaching, and with it, a full weekend of festivities on the 2,3 and 4th of December. As in the past we will gather for our hospitality night at 5 PM at the Boat House on the 2nd. Our Military Ball will be held at 6:00 PM on Read more…