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Were you there when the Lewis & Clark Discovery Expedition of St. Charles travelled from Elizabeth, Pennsylvania to the Pacific Ocean in Washington State? Were you a part of the Corps or watching from shore? The excitement is building again. As a member, you can travel by keelboat and pirogue and live the adventure. You can join in the production of our educational film series as an actor or part of the film crew. Our new distance learning initiative is one more way we are fulfilling our m ission of education about the impact of the Lewis & Clark Expedition on America, conservation and the native peoples. For fun, camaraderie with friends and family, and adventure on the river, join Lewis & Clark Discovery Expedition. It's forever the adventure of a lifetime. Member Benefits: Invitations to Members Only Events Members Only Boat Rides Free Admission to Museum & Boathouse Educational Events & Presentations Primitive Life Skills Instruction Boat Crew Training Lewis & Clark Film Series Participation Subscription to Monthly Newsletter Fun with Friends that become Family Unforgettable Memories of a Lifetime! Join Today!

Join Us for Lewis & Clark Summer Events

Aug. 4-7 MR340 Finish Line Event--W elcome competitors completing the annual River Miles MR 340. Aug. 21 Festival of the Little Hills-- Our Keel Boat and living history reenactors will share the story of Lewis and Clark in St., Charles, MO. Sept. 25-27 Walk Through Time Event, Mexico, MO --Keelboat, military camp and discovery Tent (Portable Museum) Volunteer

Museum Is Open! The Lewis & Clark Boathouse & Museum opened Memorial Day weekend. We are following local guidelines with new social distancing rules and sanitizing protocols in place so we can welcome visitors safely! Visit the Museum and grounds and experience "distance learning" with new signage and activities for all ages. Check out the new items at the Museum Shop. Museum volunteers are needed! Visit Us

Hip Hip Huzzah for Betty! For many years, Betty Kluesner has almost single-handedly created the monthly newsletter and photos to beautifully capture each event, celebrate accomplishments and announce the next adventures Please thank Betty for the endless hours, patience and much love she has dedicated for the “good of the corps.” Hip hip huzzah! (Click on the links for more info or to become a member.) Support us

Raffle On The River

WIN fabulous prizes (total value over $1500) while supporting Lewis & Clark Discovery Expedition, Boathouse & Museum. Raffle tickets are only $10 each, 5 for $40 Prizes include: 1 of 3 L&C Artworks numbered and signed by renowned artist Charles Fritz (shown) Hand-Crafted Walnut Mantle Clock $200 Bass Pro Gift Card Captain's Cabin Bed & Breakfast Stay in Louisville, KY Book: Complete Collection of Charles Fritz Paintings Drawing to be held Oct. 17 at our Facebook Live event at Fort Massac Grand Encampment. Need not be present to win. Tickets are available at the Museum and online . Buy more chances to WIN. Thanks for supporting the education, adventure and conservation efforts of Lewis & Clark! Share the link! It's secure and we never sell contact information. BUY TICKETS

"Crossing The Most Terrible Mountains" giclee art on canvas by Charles Fritz Captain's Cabin Bed & Breakfast Hand-made Walnut Mantle Clock

News From The Field

Get Boat Training This Summer! The keelboat and red pirogue will be on the Ohio River this late summer to do some filming for our educational film series. While getting the boats on the water to and from the marina, we hope to do some crew training. This is a MEMBERS ONLY opportunity and space is limited so sign up early! Become a Member Trader's Row To buy and sell items needed for your Lewis & Clark journey, email lewisandclarklivinghistory@gmail.com. WANTED ASAP for film shoots in June and beyond. 1.Hat with deer tail and bear crest: 7 3/8 2.Regimental Coat or Lewis Coat 46 chest 3.Overalls-wool, linen, cotton. 38 waist 34 length (will adjust to fit). Email Seth Graves at  ilranger17@yahoo.com

From the Journals June 2nd Saturday 1804 ...George Drewyer & John Shields who we had sent with the horses by Land on the N. Side joined us this evening much worsted, they being absent Seven Days depending on their gun, the greater part of the time rain... they were obliged to raft or Swim many Creeks,... those men gave a flattering account of the Countrey.... --William Clark

Lewis & Clark Discovery Expedition

Bishop's Landing 1050 S. Riverside Drive St. Charles, MO 63301 Phone: 636-947-3199

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