When it comes to the legendary expedition of Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, many key moments and locations come to mind. Among them, the stay at Fort Clatsop stands out as a significant period of reflection, resilience, and preparation for the journey home. Recreated Fort The Backdrop Having started their expedition in May 1804, Lewis and Clark led the Corps of Discovery across the vast North American continent in search of a water route to the Pacific Ocean. By December of 1805, the expedition reached the Pacific Coast near present-day Astoria, Oregon. With winter setting in, they needed a stable…
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Sacajawea stands as one of the most iconic and respected figures in American history. This Shoshone woman played a crucial role in the renowned Lewis and Clark Expedition. She was their interpreter and symbol of peace and determination. Early Life: From Kidnapping to Marriage Born around 1788 in Lemhi County, Idaho, Sacajawea was a member of the Lemhi Shoshone tribe. Tragically, when she was about 12 years old, Hidatsa warriors kidnapped her during a raid. She was then taken to a Hidatsa village near present-day Washburn, North Dakota. A few years later, a French-Canadian trapper named Toussaint Charbonneau acquired Sacajawea,…
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(Tamastslikt – pronounced Tah-must-slikt means to “interpret” or “turn over” in Walla Walla.) Native American cultures are rich in artistic expression. It is expressed through even the very mundane objects. Art is intrinsically linked to most cultures. History – “We Were” The history of the plateau tribes were basically unchanged for thousands of years until the Europeans came to settle which brought dramatic alterations of life to the tribes. It was an overwhelming force of will. The institute is a look at the western expansion through the Native American point of view. The tribes included are the Cayuse, Umatilla, and…