Last updated: May 21, 2021
Place
Harrison County Historical Village & Iowa Welcome Center
Courtesy U.S. National Parks
Quick Facts
Location:
Missouri Valley, IA
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Amenities
17 listed
Benches/Seating, Food/Drink - Snacks, Gifts/Souvenirs/Books, Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Information, Information - Ranger/Staff Member Present, Parking - Auto, Picnic Shelter/Pavilion, Picnic Table, Playground, Restroom, Shelter/Cabin, Telephone, Theater/Auditorium, Trailhead, Trash Dumpster, Trash/Litter Receptacles
Lewis and Clark NHT Visitor Centers and Museums
This map shows a range of features associated with the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail, which commemorates the 1803-1806 Lewis and Clark Expedition. The trail spans a large portion of the North American continent, from the Ohio River in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to the mouth of the Columbia River in Oregon and Washington. The trail is comprised of the historic route of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, an auto tour route, high potential historic sites (shown in black), visitor centers (shown in orange), and pivotal places (shown in green). These features can be selected on the map to reveal additional information. Also shown is a base map displaying state boundaries, cities, rivers, and highways. The map conveys how a significant area of the North American continent was traversed by the Lewis and Clark Expedition and indicates the many places where visitors can learn about their journey and experience the landscape through which they traveled.
Owned and operated by the Harrison County Conservation Board and located in Missouri Valley, Iowa, the Harrison County Historical Village dates all the way back to the 1800s. Now a museum complex, it also doubles as the Iowa Welcome Center.
Visitors can look forward to a variety of activities, including a walking trail, a playground, geocaching and educational exhibits. The general store ells a variety of products such as souvenirs, clothing, and containers of a cherry drink that is made on site. Additionally, from May to October, the center runs the Welcome Center Farmers Market.
The Iowa Welcome Center is open most days, while the Historical Village is open from April to November. Call (712) 642-2114 for more information.