(SBA) - Opportunities at the Sioux City Public Museum to explore history through classes and family activities are available this summer. Classes are available on ancient games and pioneer lives, as well as hands on opportunities for young children at Kid’s Thursdays. Family field trips are a new opportunity for learners of all ages to get out and explore local history in the community. Held from June 13 through July 25, the museum’s summer classes and programs are for children ages 3 and up.
Pre-registration is required for summer classes. Class sizes are limited; pre-payment is required to hold reservations unless otherwise noted. Visit SiouxCityMuseum.org for details. Registration forms also may be dropped off at the museum or mailed with payment. Scholarships are available based on financial need. For details, contact 712-279-6174 or museumeducation@sioux-city.org.
Pre-registration is not required for family programs including Kid’s Thursdays and Family Field Trips.
Summer Classes *Pre-registration required.
Ages 6 – 8 and 9 – 12
Fee: $10/member, $12/non-member per session (Maximum 20 participants)
Become an Ancient Gamer
Travel back to ancient times to try out the earliest board games and craft a version to take home.
Ages 8 - 12 Tuesday, June 25 9 – 11:30 am
Tales and Trails: A Pioneer Adventure
Become a pioneer – experience candle making, square dancing, games, crafts, and a STEM challenge.
Ages 6 – 8 Tuesday, July 23 9 – 11:30 am
Ages 9 – 12 Thursday, July 25 12:30 – 3 pm
Family Programs *Pre-registration not required.
Kid’s Days 10 –11 am
Fee: $1 per child per session
Geared to families with young children. Adults and children will explore hands-on learning activity stations together in a supervised classroom setting.
June 13 Sea Creatures – Big and Small
June 27 Down on the Farm
July 11 Monkeys, Dragons, and Tacos
July 25 It’s Dino Day!
Family Field Trips 10 – 11:15 am
Explore some of Sioux City’s favorite historical spots with a museum guide. Free
Friday, June 21 War Eagle Monument and Bruguier’s Cabin Meet at the War Eagle Monument then travel to Bruguier’s Cabin in your own vehicle.
Friday, July 19 Floyd Monument and First Bride’s Grave Meet at the Floyd Monument then travel to First Bride’s Grave in your own vehicle.
Jackson Street Neighborhood Walking Tour Tuesday, July 9 from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m.
Departing from the Peirce Mansion, 2901 Jackson Street
A special Peirce Mansion open house will begin at 5 p.m. followed by the 75-minute walking tour of the surrounding residential neighborhood led by Tom Munson, Archives Manager, and Haley Aguirre, Archival Records Clerk. The public is invited to attend both, or either, of the free activities. John Peirce, builder of the historic Peirce Mansion, and his partner D. T. Hedges developed the northern part of Jackson St. as part of the longest single addition to Sioux City: Peirce’s Addition.
The Sioux City Public Museum is located at 607 4th Street in downtown Sioux City. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. For more information, call 712-279-6174 or visit SiouxCityMuseum.org/walking-tours.
