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Sergeant Floyd Monument, Southeast Iowa Travel Guide

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A towering tribute to Sergeant Charles Floyd, the only casualty of the Lewis & Clark Expedition, offering panoramic views of the Missouri River.

The Sergeant Floyd Monument in Sioux City, Iowa, is a 100-foot-tall sandstone obelisk honoring Sergeant Charles Floyd, the only member of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to die during the journey. The monument stands as a tribute to his service and the expedition's historical significance.

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  • Visit the Sergeant Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center to see a forensic reconstruction of Sgt. Floyd's face.
  • Explore the Sioux City Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center for interactive exhibits about the expedition.
  • Enjoy a picnic on the monument grounds while taking in the views of the Missouri River basin.

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  • Driving

    The Sergeant Floyd Monument is located at 2601 S Lewis Blvd, Sioux City, IA 51103. It's accessible from Highway 75. From I-29, exit onto Glenn Avenue and follow signs to the monument. There is ample free parking available on site.

  • Public Transport

    Sioux City Transit provides bus service throughout the city. Consult the Sioux City Transit website or app for the most up-to-date route information and schedules. From the Martin Luther King Jr. Transportation Center in downtown Sioux City, you may need to transfer to a route that serves the southern part of the city near the monument. A single ride fare is typically around $1.25. From a bus stop, you may need to take a short taxi or rideshare to the monument, costing approximately $10-$15.

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The Sergeant Floyd Monument, located in Sioux City, Iowa, commemorates Sergeant Charles Floyd, Jr., the only member of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to perish during the historic exploration. Floyd, likely succumbing to peritonitis from a ruptured appendix, died on August 20, 1804, near present-day Sioux City. He was buried with military honors on a bluff overlooking the Missouri River, a site now marked by the towering monument.The monument itself is a 100-foot obelisk constructed from Kettle River sandstone. Dedicated on Memorial Day in 1901, it stands as one of the earliest memorials in the United States and was the first National Historic Landmark. The monument is within a 23-acre park that offers views of the Missouri River valley.Over the years, Sergeant Floyd's remains have been moved several times due to erosion and efforts to create a more fitting memorial. Today, his remains are interred at the base of the monument. Visitors can explore the monument and learn about the Lewis and Clark Expedition, as well as Sergeant Floyd's contributions. Nearby, the Sergeant Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center and the Sioux City Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center offer additional insights into the expedition and Floyd's life.
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