Siouxland History
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Made in Siouxland
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This river, which flows through Sioux City, was a key part of the Lewis & Clark Expedition in 1804.

What is the Missouri River?

100

Opened in 2014, this Sioux City venue combines a hotel, casino, and live music venue, attracting top performers and tourists alike.

What is the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino?

100

This Sioux City-based company, founded in 1914, is best known for its chocolate-covered candy bars, including the iconic Twin Bing.

What is Palmer Candy Company?

100

Inspired by the hit song of the same name, this Siouxland woman embraced the title and became a local ambassador, promoting the city and its western heritage.

Who is Sioux City Sue?

100

This Sioux City sports complex, recognized as the largest of its kind in the world, provides a fully accessible sports complex for players with disabilities.

What is the Miracle League of Sioux City?

200

Named after a famous explorer, this historic Sioux City landmark is the final resting place of the only member of the Lewis & Clark Expedition to die on the journey.

What is the Sergeant Floyd Monument? 

200

Located along the Missouri River, this park honors veterans and features a memorial dedicated to Sioux City native Bud Day, a Medal of Honor recipient and Vietnam War POW.

What is Freedom Park?
200

Founded in 1914, this Sioux City company is one of the oldest family-owned popcorn producers in the U.S., known for its iconic yellow and white popcorn.

What is Jolly Time Popcorn?

200

This Sioux City-born actor was best known for his role as Dr. Tom Horton on Days of Our Lives and for delivering the show's iconic opening line, "Like sands through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives.

Who is Macdonald Carey?

200

This annual multi-day festival in Sioux City celebrates the region's diverse music scene and has featured local and national acts since 1991.

What is Saturday in the Park?

300

In the 1920's, this notorious gangster secretly met with his brother, a law abiding Nebraska sheriff, in the basement of what is now The Warrior hotel.

Who is Al Capone?

300

This serene Sioux City attraction features a 33-foot statue of the Virgin Mary and a life size wood carving of the Last Supper, offering visitors a peaceful place for reflection and prayer.

What is Trinity Heights?

300

Half of all these popular treats, sold by millions of young entrepreneurs across the U.S., are produced annually in North Sioux City, making it a key production hub.

What are Girl Scout Cookies?

300

This iconic news broadcaster began his career in Sioux City?

Who is Tom Brokaw?

300

Before becoming this Major League Baseball team, the franchise played in Sioux City as the Cornhuskers in the Western League during the late 19th century.

Who are the Chicago White Sox?

400

This major railroad, which once had a hub in Sioux City, played a crucial role in transporting livestock, goods, and passengers across the Midwest before its decline in the late 20th century.

What is the Milwaukee Road?

400
When you visit this monument, you can see the convergence of Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota.

What is the Chief War Eagle Monument?

400

This computer company, originally founded in 1985, became famous for its distinctive cow-print boxes and produced its products in North Sioux City during its early years.

What is Gateway?

400

Raised in Sioux City, this actress in best known for her roles in A League of Their Own, Tank Girl, and Orange Is the New Black.

Who Lori Petty?

400

This Hall of Fame baseball legend was called up to the Major Leagues while watching a movie at the Orpheum Theatre in Sioux City in 1951.

Who is Willie Mays?

500

This flight suffered catastrophic engine failure in 1989 and crash-landed at the Sioux Gateway Airport.

What is Flight 232?

500

This landmark is known worldwide as one of the best examples of Prairie Style Architecture.

What is the Woodbury County Courthouse?

500

First served in Sioux City under the name "Charlie Boy," this now-popular sandwich consisting of seasoned ground beef on a bun, has become a beloved regional favorite.

What is a Tavern Sandwich?

500

Twin sisters from Sioux City, these journalists gained national fame for their long-running advice columns, Dear Abby and Ann Landers?

Who are Pauline and Esther Friedman?

500

This Sioux City native had a standout basketball career at the University of Kansas before being drafted into the NBA, where he played for the Chicago Bulls and several other teams.

Who is Kirk Hinrich?

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