May 1, 2026-September 31,2026 Looking for a fun outdoor challenge? Embark on Your Parks Adventure from May 1-Sept. 30, 2026, for a chance to explore the state and be eligible for prizes! In 2026, America will commemorate its 250th anniversary since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. In partnership with the Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation, explore 50 trails and museums that showcase various aspects of Nebraska’s history. Each Your Parks Adventure: Trail Trek location is also a registered WanderNebraska site and will be counted in the WanderNebraska program.

Missouri River Basin Lewis & Clark Visitor Center presents Saturday with a Soldier every second Saturday from April through October. The Living History Corps, portraying members of the Corps of Discovery, will be giving live demonstrations and telling stories of daily life on the expedition. Kids can dress up in look-alike uniforms and try their hand at tomahawk throwing. Great photo opportunities!

Missouri River Basin Lewis & Clark Visitor Center presents Saturday with a Soldier every second Saturday from April through October. The Living History Corps, portraying members of the Corps of Discovery, will be giving live demonstrations and telling stories of daily life on the expedition. Kids can dress up in look-alike uniforms and try their hand at tomahawk throwing. Great photo opportunities!

Missouri River Basin Lewis & Clark Visitor Center presents Saturday with a Soldier every second Saturday from April through October. The Living History Corps, portraying members of the Corps of Discovery, will be giving live demonstrations and telling stories of daily life on the expedition. Kids can dress up in look-alike uniforms and try their hand at tomahawk throwing. Great photo opportunities!

Award-winning author Joe Starita will be the keynote speaker Saturday, July 11th, at the Missouri River Basin Lewis and Clark Visitor Center. As we celebrate America 250, we must remember that freedom did not extend to many across the country until decades and centuries later. Starita’s presentation will discuss the legal, social, and political importance of the landmark 1879 Supreme Court decision in Nebraska. Through this decision, Ponca Chief Standing Bear was recognized as a “person” within the meaning of the law and entitled to the same Constitutional protections as white citizens. This program is open to the public, provided

Missouri River Basin Lewis & Clark Visitor Center presents Saturday with a Soldier every second Saturday from April through October. The Living History Corps, portraying members of the Corps of Discovery, will be giving live demonstrations and telling stories of daily life on the expedition. Kids can dress up in look-alike uniforms and try their hand at tomahawk throwing. Great photo opportunities!

Please join us for a Business After Hours! We will be celebrating William Clark and Meriwether Lewis' birthdays.  (William Clark-August 1, 1770 and Meriwether Lewis-August 18, 1774) Refreshments will be provided.

Lewis & Clark Reunion #22 (Nebraska City's Applejack Weekend) Reenactors and special events all weekend. More details to come soon!

Missouri River Basin Lewis & Clark Visitor Center presents Saturday with a Soldier every second Saturday from April through October. The Living History Corps, portraying members of the Corps of Discovery, will be giving live demonstrations and telling stories of daily life on the expedition. Kids can dress up in look-alike uniforms and try their hand at tomahawk throwing. Great photo opportunities!