Buffalo Bill Museum LeClaire IA

Buffalo Bill Museum LeClaire IA Visit "The Best Little Museum on the River" in Le Claire, Iowa! Open 7 days a week!
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Step back in time to explore regional history, the legendary Lone Star steamboat, and the life of Buffalo Bill Cody. The museum houses Buffalo Bill memorabilia, the wood-hulled steamboat "Lone Star" (the last working one of its kind on the Mississippi River; listed on the National Historic Register), riverboat pilot exhibits, Sauk and Fox tribe artifacts, and displays of pioneer life from the regi

on. It also featues exhibits on two "famous sons" - - James Eads, the world famous engineer of the Eads Bridge in St.Louis, MO; and James Ryan, the inventor of the Flight Data Recorder or the "black box."

If you spend any time on the Le Claire riverfront this summer, you'll see massive modern barges effortlessly cruising th...
06/11/2026

If you spend any time on the Le Claire riverfront this summer, you'll see massive modern barges effortlessly cruising the river. But 150 years ago? That same trip was a dangerous, high-stakes gamble! ⛴️🌊

Before modern locks and dams, the 15-mile stretch of the Upper Rapids right outside our doors was a treacherous maze of shallow rocks. Steamboat captains had to hire elite, local "Rapids Pilots" just to survive the journey.

Swipe ➡️ to see how river travel has changed, and step inside the museum to discover the thrilling stories of the men who conquered the mighty Mississippi! ⚓

What would you do if your RV needed repair on your way from PA to Montana and you were waiting for it to be fixed? Do wh...
06/08/2026

What would you do if your RV needed repair on your way from PA to Montana and you were waiting for it to be fixed? Do what Ollie and his dad did...VISIT THE BUFFALO BILL MUSEUM in LeClaire of course! Ollie liked the Lone Star and completed the treasure hunt!

Today, lots of people were buying items in our wonderful gift shop, including these kids and their mom from Florida. Th...
06/06/2026

Today, lots of people were buying items in our wonderful gift shop, including these kids and their mom from Florida. Thanks to our buyer Luanne and her helper Jan for making our gift shop wonderful and having something for all ages! We can't complain to this family about the heat, as they said it is much hotter in FL. Enjoy your new gift shop items!!

Celebrating World Bicycle Day on the Great River Road? 🚲🌊Whether you're on a casual e-bike cruise or logging heavy train...
06/03/2026

Celebrating World Bicycle Day on the Great River Road? 🚲🌊

Whether you're on a casual e-bike cruise or logging heavy training miles for RAGBRAI, make the Buffalo Bill Museum your halfway point! Cool off in the AC, stretch your legs, and explore centuries of local history before you get back in the saddle. ☀️⚓

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05/31/2026

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You were there for the investigation. Now join us for the reveal. Saturday, June 6th at 7 p.m. we will excitedly share the unheard voices, the things we did not see and what happened at the end of the night. You won't want to miss it!

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05/31/2026

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You were there for the investigation. Now join us for the reveal. Saturday, June 6th at 7 p.m. we will excitedly share the unheard voices, the things we did not see and what happened at the end of the night. You won't want to miss it!

When early settlers arrived in the area, everyday survival was a full-time job, and that included making their own cloth...
05/28/2026

When early settlers arrived in the area, everyday survival was a full-time job, and that included making their own clothes. Step into our Pioneer Life exhibit and get a firsthand look at the incredible craftsmanship of the 19th century.

From early ladies' fashions and intricate hand-stitching to vintage dolls and the rugged tools needed to carve out a life on the frontier, these artifacts tell the quiet, everyday stories of the people who built our region.

Swipe to see some the incredible details, and come see them in person this week! Which historical era's fashion is your favorite?

On Saturday, these people from Solingen, Germany came to the museum Their next stop was the Ronald Reagan Museum in Eure...
05/26/2026

On Saturday, these people from Solingen, Germany came to the museum Their next stop was the Ronald Reagan Museum in Eureka, IL. We are so glad they chose the Buffalo Bill Museum as a stop on their 3 /1/2 week US Road Trip Where would you travel if you had 3/1/2 weeks to tour Germany?

Correct…Freedom is not free….but U.S. Military Veterans get Free Admission to LeClaire’s, fabulous museum on Memorial Da...
05/24/2026

Correct…Freedom is not free….but U.S. Military Veterans get Free Admission to LeClaire’s, fabulous museum on Memorial Day Monday, May 25th….

Address

199 N Front Street
Le Claire, IA
52753

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

Telephone

+15632895580

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