Discovery Expedition of St. Charles/Lewis and Clark Boat House

We are an independent, not-for-profit organization dedicated to telling the story of America's great explorers, educating the public about our natural heritage and instilling a sense of wonder and adventure in all generations. More than 25,000 visit each year, representing all 50 states and more than 20 countries.

We are an official stop on the Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail, are now hosting 500 visitors per week, and are home to the only full-size fleet of fully operational replicas of the boats of the expedition. Our cadre of re-enactors appear at events throughout the Midwest and our boats are true examples of living history.