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Sites on the Nebraska Side:

Ponca, Nebraska - Towers of Time Monument and the National Missouri River Recreational Center at Ponca State Park ... More >>

Wiseman Monument - In memory of the five Wiseman children who were killed in an Indian raid in 1863.

Sites on the South Dakota Side:

Elk Point, South Dakota - Lewis and Clark recognized the necessity to select a leader, to replace Sgt. Floyd, who expired near Sioux City, Iowa.  It was determined to leave the choice to the men.  Therefore, the first primary election west of the Mississippi River took place that evening around a campfire. The three nominated, William Bratton, Patrick Gass, and George Gibson anxiously awaited as the ballots were counted. Captain Lewis announced that Patrick Gass received 19 votes (majority) and was duly elected. Community celebrates their Lewis and Clark Heritage on the 3rd week-end in August.

Vermillion, South Dakota - Spirit Mound - On August 25, 1804, a hot, humid Saturday, Captains Lewis and Clark took 9 men and Lewis' dog Seaman;  crossed the Missouri from their camp and walked nine miles to the Mound... More >>

WE SUGGEST A STOP AT Valiant Vineyards Winery at the  Buffalo Run Resort in Vermillion, South Dakota.  More >>