Crowd gathers to commemorate tornado’s anniversary

Scores of people at the 50th anniversary commemoration at the Floyd County Historical Museum raise their hands when asked who personally experienced the May 15, 1968, tornado that hit Charles City. Press photo by Bob Steenson

An interactive electronic kiosk invites visitors to the Floyd County Historical Museum to experience newspaper clippings, audio, video and more than 800 photos from the day of and the aftermath of the May 15, 1968, tornado that struck Charles City. Press file photo by Bob Steenson

A small group of girls enjoys a snack during the Charles City tornado 50th anniversary commemoration at the Floyd County Historical Museum Tuesday afternoon. Press photo by Bob Steenson

A group watches a slide show while attending the Charles City tornado 50th anniversary commemoration at the Floyd County Historical Museum Tuesday afternoon. Press photo by Bob Steenson